Beyond the Siren: Healing Trauma in the First Responder Community
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In this vital episode of Registry Insider, CEO Bill Seifarth welcomes licensed clinical social worker and trauma therapist Stephanie Neuman of Leave Trauma Behind. Drawing from her own law enforcement experience, Stephanie offers profound insight into the psychological toll and accumulated trauma experienced by EMS, fire, and police personnel. She addresses the common challenge of the “full pot,” the breaking point where chronic stress and exposure overwhelm a first responder’s capacity to cope, and shares practical, healthy ways to process this deep-seated trauma. Discover simple, effective tools such as bilateral music and yoga, learn how to spot warning signs like isolation and somatic reactions, and hear Stephanie’s crucial advice on overcoming the career-defining stigma associated with seeking mental health support. Do not wait for your pot to boil over. Tune in to learn how to heal and stay healthy for the long run.
United States
