Responder Resilience

Mental Health And Therapy Episodes

Unboxing The Cop Box: Brotherhood, Healing, and Growth | S4 E17
April 24, 2024

Unboxing The Cop Box: Brotherhood, Healing, and Growth | S4 E17

On this compelling episode, we reunite three distinguished law enforcement veterans: retired Chief John Monaghan, retired Chief Douglas Wyman, and retired New Hampshire State Police Sergeant James Steinmetz. These three friends, previously featured in the impactful film "Inside the Box," come toget…
Guests: John Monaghan III , Douglas Wyman , James Steinmetz
Chief Motes and Marie Gumá—Mental Health Lifeline for Clay County’s Bravest | S4 E16
April 17, 2024

Chief Motes and Marie Gumá—Mental Health Lifeline for Clay County’s Bravest | S4 E16

Responder Resilience welcomes Acting Fire Chief David Motes and Command Counseling founder Marie Gumá, sharing insights on their groundbreaking mental health program for Clay County Fire Rescue. They shed light on the critical need and their collaborative efforts, emphasizing the program's impact o…
Guests: David Motes , Marie Gumá
Rob Rudewicz—Duty, Depression, and Deliverance | S4 E15
April 10, 2024

Rob Rudewicz—Duty, Depression, and Deliverance | S4 E15

This episode isn't just about hardships; it's about resilience. Join us as we uncover the strength of the human spirit, as seen through the journey of retired Hartford Police Department Captain Rob Rudewicz, sharing his career and personal battles with addiction, depression, and surviving stage 4 p…
Guest: Rob Rudewicz
Chris Moore—Shuffling the Deck on A.C.E.S. | S4 E14
April 3, 2024

Chris Moore—Shuffling the Deck on A.C.E.S. | S4 E14

Tune in to this new episode as we explore the mental health challenges faced by first responders, through the lens of Captain Chris Moore's personal and professional experiences with post-traumatic stress. He discusses Adverse Childhood Experiences Scores (ACES), alcohol use, faith in the fire serv…
Guest: Chris Moore
John Kelly—Infidelity: Temptation and Transformation | S4 E13
March 27, 2024

John Kelly—Infidelity: Temptation and Transformation | S4 E13

Join us in this unprecedented behind-the-badge episode as we focus on the heartbreak of infidelity with law enforcement veteran, author, and coach John Kelly.
Guest: John Kelly
This Too Shall Pass?? Real Talk on Stress vs Serenity | S4 E11
March 14, 2024

This Too Shall Pass?? Real Talk on Stress vs Serenity | S4 E11

In this special episode, Officer Pete Elste (Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator), Firefighter Pete Nichio, Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW-EMT, and Scott Alvord, LCSW (Crisis Intervention Clinician), come together for Real Talk: Stress vs Serenity. Under the theme of "This too shall pass," they explore stre…
Guests: Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT , Peter Elste , Scott Alvord, LCSW , Pete Nichio
Jason Patton—Saving Lives Through Connection and Comedy | S4 E6
Feb. 7, 2024

Jason Patton—Saving Lives Through Connection and Comedy | S4 E6

Get ready to meet firefighter/paramedic Jason Patton, the creative genius behind Fire Department Chronicles.
Guest: Jason Patton
Derek O. Hanley— Focusing the Lens on EMS in Crisis | S4 E5
Jan. 31, 2024

Derek O. Hanley— Focusing the Lens on EMS in Crisis | S4 E5

In this episode, we delve into the powerful stories behind "Photos From the Front Lines" with photographer, paramedic and disabled veteran combat medic, Derek O. Hanley.
Guest: Derek O. Hanley
Bonnie & Stacy: What Do The Shrinks Think? | S4 E4
Jan. 24, 2024

Bonnie & Stacy: What Do The Shrinks Think? | S4 E4

In the latest episode of Responder Resilience, trauma therapists Dr. Stacy Raymond and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT, dive deep into the crucial aspects of first responder mental health.
Guests: Stacy Raymond , Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT
Todd Donovan—From Silence to Strength | S4 E3
Jan. 17, 2024

Todd Donovan—From Silence to Strength | S4 E3

🎙️Join us for an emotional and inspiring episode featuring retired Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic Todd Donovan. 🚒 We dive deep into his journey, exploring what triggered his depression and suicidal thoughts. We'll explore the groundbreaking world of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and discover T…
Guest: Todd Donovan
Dena Ali—Insights on Leadership, Wellness, and Sleep | S4 E2
Jan. 10, 2024

Dena Ali—Insights on Leadership, Wellness, and Sleep | S4 E2

Guest co-host Captain Rom Duckworth joins us on the latest episode of Responder Resilience as we sit down with Battalion Chief Dena Ali from the Raleigh (NC) Fire Department. Chief Ali shares valuable insights on how to cultivate resilience as leaders, and approach conversations with those who are …
Guest: Dena Ali
David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1
Jan. 3, 2024

David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1

In this episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of interviewing David Berez, a retired Police Officer and Drug Recognition Expert with over 33 years of experience in Emergency Services. David shares his insights on Resiliency, Officer Mental Health, Transition into Retirement with Purpose, and…
Guest: David Berez
Jason Palamara and Barbara Rubel —A Conversation on Living Blue | S3 E52
Dec. 27, 2023

Jason Palamara and Barbara Rubel —A Conversation on Living Blue | S3 E52

We dive into the world of law enforcement wellness with special guests Jason Palamara, a retired NYPD Cold Case Homicide detective, and Barbara Rubel, an acclaimed author and thanatologist. Their book, Living Blue, explores their personal experiences and evidence-based practices to improve officer …
Guests: Jason Palamara , Barbara Rubel, BS, MA, BCETS, DAAETS
Josephine Rios—Dispatching Diversity and Mental Health | S3 E51
Dec. 20, 2023

Josephine Rios—Dispatching Diversity and Mental Health | S3 E51

In this episode of Responder Resilience, we sit down with Josephine Rios, Founder of Latinas of 911.
Guest: Josephine Rios
Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48
Nov. 29, 2023

Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48

Join us on this powerful episode as we sit down with John Monaghan III, a retired police chief with an inspiring story.
Guest: John Monaghan III
Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42
Oct. 18, 2023

Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42

Join us in the latest episode of Responder Resilience as we sit down with guest Laura G. Hanson, a Certified High Performance Coach and wellness coordinator with the Virginia State Police. We delve into the world of first responders and their high-performance mindset.
Guest: Laura G. Hanson
22ZERO: Break Free from Trauma | S3 E40
Oct. 4, 2023

22ZERO: Break Free from Trauma | S3 E40

🎙️ Discover a stress-free, non-invasive approach to healing on our podcast! Dr. Pamela Arnell and Nick Davis from 22ZERO.org discuss how their Trauma Resiliency Protocol (TRP) and Emotions Management Process (EMP) are helping responders and military cope with PTSD and negative emotions.
Guests: Nick Davis , Pamela Arnell
Unbreakable Spirits: Overcoming Post 9/11 Trauma | S3 E37
Sept. 13, 2023

Unbreakable Spirits: Overcoming Post 9/11 Trauma | S3 E37

🇺🇸 🎙️ On this special 9/11 episode of Responder Resilience podcast, we speak with A Badge of Honor's Samantha Horwitz and John Salerno sharing their first-hand experiences as 9/11 First Responders.
Guests: Samantha Horwitz , John Salerno
Real Stories: Healing PTSD with EMDR | S3 E33
Aug. 16, 2023

Real Stories: Healing PTSD with EMDR | S3 E33

On this episode of Responder Resilience, we dive deep into the incredible impact of EMDR therapy on first responders facing traumatic stress. Join us as veterans, firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and dispatchers openly share their personal journeys. This is a must-watch to discover positi…
Guests: Nick Paproski, LP, EMS-I, DICO-C , Samantha Cabrera , Joe Fawley , Dan Welch , Peter Elste , Kasey Brainerd
From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
Aug. 9, 2023

From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32

Join us on the Responder Resilience Podcast as we delve into the power of proactive peer support. Our guests, Dr. Stephanie Conn and Craig Deardorff, share valuable insights on the EMDR/ASAP protocol and how to choose the right clinician for your agency.
Guests: Stephanie M. Conn , Craig Deardorff
Walking Tall in Vegas: A Rescuer’s Triumph over Trauma | S3 E28
July 12, 2023

Walking Tall in Vegas: A Rescuer’s Triumph over Trauma | S3 E28

Join us on Responder Resilience as we uncover the incredible story of professional athlete Todd Blyleven. From his selfless acts of bravery at the Las Vegas shooting to finding strength and triumph over PTSI, Todd's journey will leave you inspired.
Guest: Todd Blyleven
Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25
June 21, 2023

Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25

Don't miss our latest episode of Responder Resilience! Our guest, Jason Corthell, Director of Ironclad Wellness, Division Chief of Training, and Emergency Services District 13, shares his personal story of overcoming post traumatic stress and addiction. He has created a groundbreaking emotional wel…
Guest: Jason Corthell
Portraits of an Emergency—Healing Trauma Through Art | S3 E24
June 14, 2023

Portraits of an Emergency—Healing Trauma Through Art | S3 E24

Check out this inspiring episode of Responder Resilience where we dive deep into the power of art therapy with Daniel Sundahl, a paramedic and talented photo artist. Throughout his more than two decades of service as a firefighter and paramedic, Daniel has experienced countless traumatic calls that…
Guest: Daniel Sundahl
Tactical Self-Care For Public Safety Professionals | S3 E21
May 23, 2023

Tactical Self-Care For Public Safety Professionals | S3 E21

Join us in this episode as we talk with Resilience Expert & Author at Pathfinder Resilience, Dr. Renee Thornton, about navigating adversity in the world of public safety. A U.S. Navy Veteran, Dr. Thornton has worked with numerous law enforcement agencies, focusing on improving individual health and…
Guest: Renee Thornton