Thank you to Sgt. Lacey Nelson for taking the time to join The Overwatch Collective Podcast to share her experience in Law Enforcement and discuss mental health amongst our community.

Tune in to this episode to learn about her time in Juvenile Hall, Corrections, Patrol, and becoming a supervisor. Lacey does a great job of breaking down the importance of noticing the signs of a member struggling from a supervisor standpoint, which isn't discussed nearly enough.

Thank you again Lacey and hope everyone enjoys this episode.

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David Edwards shares his journey from personal tragedy to leading mental health initiatives for first responders. We discuss the importance of resilience, peer support, and proactive mental health strategies to reduce suicide rates among first responders.

The Call For Backup Suicide Awareness and Prevention Campaign is built upon the principle that peers are best suited to help one another. The stigma of seeking help for stress-related issues, and departments’ seeming lack of support, have caused many first responders to continue to suffer needlessly.

Got to https://callforbackup.org/ to learn more!

A huge thank you to our podcast sponsor Brain Performance Technologies.

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A huge thank you to Sean for joining the podcast to share about his time in the United States Marine Corps as an Infantryman. Sean shares his experiences including high-level security details, deployment stories, and the personal loss of his brother.

He discusses mental health challenges, the importance of proactive therapy, and the significance of community support for veterans and first responders.

We all carry trauma and react differently!

Thank you to our sponsor Brain Performance Technologies

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In this episode of the Overwatch Collective Podcast, host Greg Grogan speaks with Aaron Ranallo from Nix Six One Strategies about his journey in law enforcement, including his experiences as a deputy sheriff, SWAT team member, and K9 handler. Check out Nine Six One Strategies to learn about educating our LEO community.

They discuss the importance of mental health in policing, the challenges faced by officers, and the need for better resources and training. Aaron shares insights on drug investigations and the role of K9 units in law enforcement, as well as his commitment to improving mental health awareness among officers. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community support and proactive mental health measures in the law enforcement profession.

Enjoy this episode and check out Nine Six One Strategies.

A huge thank you to our podcast sponsor, Brain Performance Technologies.

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Nick McCarthy, Founder of The Code 33 Project, takes a dive deep into the mentorship initiative aimed at supporting law enforcement officers and preparing them for success. Nick shares his journey from a police officer to a retired K9 handler, discussing the challenges faced by new recruits and the importance of mentorship in shaping their careers. The conversation highlights the disconnect between current policing practices and the need for a more proactive approach to law enforcement, emphasizing the significance of mental health and community relations in the profession.

Nick McCarthy and Greg worked together for around 10 years at Daly City Police Department in Northern California and shared some great memories while talking about the important steps that need to change in our law enforcement community.

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In this episode of the Overwatch Collective, hosts Greg Grogan and Michael Worthen dive deep into the challenges faced by first responders, particularly focusing on mental health and the importance of vulnerability. Michael shares his extensive experience in emergency medical services, highlighting the emotional toll that years of exposure to trauma can take. On two occasions, Michael lost his friends and coworkers in helicopter crashes.

He emphasizes the need for open conversations about mental health within the first responder community, advocating for a cultural shift that normalizes seeking help and discussing feelings. The discussion also touches on the stigma surrounding therapy and the necessity for culturally competent therapists who understand the unique experiences of first responders.

Follow Michael on Instagram: @Mworthen_mw11

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Introduction call turned into a Podcast with Josh Cook from Enter the Lion, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting first responders and military personnel through mental health challenges.

The conversation covers Josh's background as a police officer, the founding of Enter the Lion, and the evolution of their retreats aimed at fostering community and healing.

They discuss the importance of faith in the first responder community, the impact of mental health on families, and the organization's mission to save lives. The episode emphasizes the collective effort needed to normalize mental health discussions and provide support for those who serve and protect.

Learn more at www.enterthelion.co

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Listen in as Dr. Robyn Sonnier and Dr. Brooke Bartlett, T.O.C. contracted therapists, relax with a drink on a Friday afternoon and talk mental health in the first responder and military community.

We talk about non-competent therapists being contracted with departments and the negative affects, debunking hypervigilance in the first responder and military community, ensuring that you vet your therapist and make sure they are a good fit for you, EMDR not being the end all be all, impulsivity of suicide, and much more.

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Instagram: Robynsonnierlpcllc & Doctorbrookephd

Website: www.Robynsonnierlpc.com & www.Centertas.com

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