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Artwork for Resilience Development in Action: First Responder Mental Health

Resilience Development in Action: First Responder Mental Health

Steve Bisson
Mental Health
First Responders
Trauma Recovery
Grief
Trauma
Therapy
First Responder Mental Health
Resilience
Addiction
Suicide Prevention
Burnout
PTSD
Community Support
Leadership
Cultural Competency
EMDR
Grief Processing
Vulnerability
Coaching
Substance Abuse

Discover practical resilience strategies that transform lives. Join Steve Bisson, licensed mental health counselor, as he guides first responders, leaders, and trauma survivors through actionable insights for mental wellness and professional growth.Each week, dive deep into real conversations about grief processing, trauma recovery, and leadership development. Whether you're a first responder faci... more

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Artwork for Resilience Development in Action: First Responder Mental Health

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A career can end without a single bad call. Sometimes it’s the station politics, the paper trail, and the quiet retaliation that do the damage and it can hit your mental health just as hard as anything on the street. I sit down with... more

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The fastest way to miss someone in pain is to only believe the “approved” version of distress. We sit down with Liana Lucine, a former UK London Met police officer and trainer, to unpack how stereotypes shape everything from mental ... more

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If you’ve ever wondered why some calls escalate fast while others calm down in minutes, the answer usually isn’t “more force” or “better scripts.” It’s the human skill that gets trained the least and judged the most: how we talk to ... more

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Your body can hit full panic speeds while your brain has to make courtroom-clean decisions. That tension sits at the center of my conversation with Eric Robinson, a former pastor turned FBI agent who spent 24 years in the Bureau and... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Newberry
Captain Paramedic with 40+ years in firefighting and EMS
National Medical Education and Training Center
Episode: How One Cardiac Arrest Save Ripples For Decades
Kiera Newberry
EMT and ER technician, involved in book project and discussions on trauma
BI Hospital / Beth Israel
Episode: How One Cardiac Arrest Save Ripples For Decades
Stacey Raymond
Clinical psychologist and author of Helping the Helpers
Author, Helping the Helpers; clinician specializing in first responder mental health
Episode: Trust Is Earned Before Therapy Can Work
Stacy Raymond
Clinical psychologist with private practice; EMDR practitioner; speaker on trauma in first responders
Private practice in Ridgefield, Connecticut; EMDR professional organizations
Episode: You Can Treat Trauma Early Without Reliving It
Joe Smarro
Guest, author and advocate on police resilience
Solution Point Plus / Mindfulness and trauma recovery advocate
Episode: How A Crisis Cop Broke Through Stigma And Got Help
Emma Irwin
Paramedic turned disability assessor and mental health advocate
Former London Ambulance Service, Southeast Coast Ambulance Service
Episode: Paramedic Trauma And The Moment It Hit
Kemmi Sadler
Former law enforcement officer; author of a memoir about healing and mindfulness
Author of From the Badge to the Vine
Episode: A Retired Officer Shares How Ayahuasca Opened The Door To Grief Healing
Kemi Sadler
Retired Supervisory Special Agent in the US Department's Diplomatic Security Service
Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Department of State
Episode: A Diplomatic Security Agent On Trauma, Clearance Fear, And Getting Help
Kevin Gilmartin
Clinical psychologist, retired from law enforcement, author
Episode: Why Police Need Mental Health Training Like Firearms

Host

Steve Bisson
Host guiding interviews and facilitating discussions on first responder mental health, leadership, and resilience. Licensed mental health counselor with extensive experience supporting police, fire, EMS, and dispatch professionals.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Love listening

    Knowing Steve, I really like his podcasts especially those geared toward first responders

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sidiebsiekahwveheb
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent Interviews

    I listen to a lot of podcasts on mental health, but this one tops the list. Steve Bisson has a wealth of personal experience with working in the first responder sector and his help to that community has been immense! Listen, like, and follow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CGAggie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful!

    Steve Bisson’s Finding Your Way Through Therapy podcast is a must-listen for anyone curious about the world of therapy or looking to deepen their understanding of mental health. Steve’s candid and relatable approach makes even complex topics feel approachable, and his warm demeanor creates a space where listeners feel truly seen and heard.

    The guest interviews are a highlight, offering diverse perspectives and insights that complement Steve’s expertise. Whether you’re a mental health profession... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craig928
    United States2 years ago
  • Durty

    Your apple podcast is durty.

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    r78900234556
    United States3 years ago
  • Buster

    You are buster

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States3 years ago

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Guests and host are praised for openness, credibility, and empathetic interviewing style.
Content is repeatedly described as valuable and uplifting for professionals dealing with trauma and stigma.
Listeners appreciate practical, actionable mental health guidance tailored to first responders.

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What Happens After The Save
Q: How did you decide on the title The Saved Effect?
The title emerged from a collaborative process anchored in the butterfly- and ripple-effect metaphor, illustrating how one life saved triggers a cascade of positive outcomes across people, communities, and even generations, beyond the immediate moment.
You Can Treat Trauma Early Without Reliving It
Q: Could you introduce yourself to my audience who may not know who you are?
I'm Stacy Raymond, a clinical psychologist with 27 years in private practice in Ridgefield, Connecticut, and I work as a peer support clinical supervisor for a local police department, focusing on trauma care and EMDR.
Paramedic Trauma And The Moment It Hit
Q: Tell me a little more about yourself.
Emma describes her journey from criminology student to paramedic in London, moving into an office role as a disability assessor, and sharing her personal experiences with trauma and recovery.
A Diplomatic Security Agent On Trauma, Clearance Fear, And Getting Help
Q: What were the biggest mental health challenges in your role?
She discusses survivors' guilt, vicarious trauma, and the stigma around seeking counseling due to concerns about fitness for duty and professional identity.
A Diplomatic Security Agent On Trauma, Clearance Fear, And Getting Help
Q: How did your career start and what drew you to DS?
The guest explains she learned about DS while in Kuwait and pursued it for a long, globally varied career in law enforcement and travel security.

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A practical, resilience-focused show that centers on mental wellness, trauma recovery, leadership development, and grief processing for first responders and their leaders. Across episodes, guests include clinicians, former officers, paramedics, and advocates who share evidence-based strategies, personal recovery journeys, and systemic insights. The host combines clinical credibility with real-world experience to translate complex mental health concepts into accessible, actionable guidance for public-safety professionals and organizations seeking healthier cultures and sustainable careers.

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2. Kiera Newberry
3. Stacey Raymond
4. Stacy Raymond
5. Joe Smarro
6. Emma Irwin
7. Kemmi Sadler
8. Kemi Sadler

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