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Responder Resilience

Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.), Dr. Stacy Raymond, Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT

Step into the world of real-life rescuers with RESPONDER RESILIENCE, an insightful podcast that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of firefighters, EMTs, police, 911 professionals and clinicians. Hear firsthand accounts from our community"s finest as they discuss critical issues on the job and share their experiences with hosts Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.), Bonnie Rumilly LCSW/EMT and Dr. Stacy Raymond. You’ll hear powerful discussions on leadership and wellness brought to life by top experts

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S2 E41 The Connection Between Pain And Trauma with...

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2022/10/12

Is there a connection between pain and trauma? How are stress and trauma stored in the body? Many responders are struggling with some kind of emotional pain, substance abuse, depression, trauma and even suicidal ideation, etc. Is it possible to transform that pain into something more positive?Gabriel Shaw is a former EMT, coach, kinesiologist and tai chi/qigong instructor who works with health professionals who are in pain and feeling overwhelmed, to heal over-giving and find ease and balance...

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S2 E40 Is Trauma Treatable? The Cost Of Courage with...

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2022/10/05

In this episode, we’ll be speaking with Michael Crouch, LCSW on the topic, “Is Trauma Treatable?” Michael is an EMDR Consultant and Co-Coordinator of the Fairfield County Trauma Response Team (FCTRT). Mental health trauma treatment is a critical topic for many in the first responder community.Michael is featured in a TEDx talk in 2014 called “The Cost of Courage”, where he shares about his involvement with the birth of the FCTRT, as a result of the tragic 2011 Christmas Day fire in Stamford, ...

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S2 E39 Responder Finance$: Tips For Building Your...

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2022/09/28

We'll be speaking with financial representative Adam Palamara of Northwestern Mutual, who works with over 100 First Responders and Veterans across the country. We discuss some critical questions that should be answered well before retirement arrives. We also discuss estate planning, financial planning and pension maximization strategies.Depending on the type of work you do, your financial plan may vary, but the key is to make a plan. Adam shares ways to go over the best ways to map out a stra...

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S2 E38 CopShock: Normal Reactions To Abnormal Stress...

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2022/09/21

In this episode, we’ll be speaking with trauma expert and author of the book CopShock, Allen Kates, about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and how to survive it by employing resiliency techniques.CopShock is a go-to trauma and stress survival book. This book is a great source of knowledge for anyone who is interested in learning about the different types of trauma and stress, as well as how to deal with them on the job and in your daily life.CopShock is a comprehensive, in-depth re...

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S2 E37 Mental Fitness For First Responders And...

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2022/09/14

Can we exercise the mind to build mental fitness? Yes, says performance expert Erik Leslie from Modern Mindfulness. Erik has trained professionals in the world’s toughest careers (first responders, Special Forces and Apache Pilots) with simple ways to become present in high-stress situations.Erik talks about what modern mindfulness is, how to integrate it into daily life and work, and how it differs from the recurring cliches about meditation. He explains how to heal unhealthy stress, reduce ...

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S2 E36 Pete & Scott: Crisis Intervention Team with...

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2022/09/07

As a CIT Coordinator, Officer Peter Elste works closely with Crisis Intervention Clinician Scott Alvord on the Danbury Police Crisis Intervention Team. Together, they respond to calls involving mental and behavioral issues to help connect people to available services.In this episode Pete and Scott speak about Community Response and their work as a Crisis Intervention Team. They share what a “typical” CIT shift looks like, the challenges of getting mental health training within law enfor...

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S2 E35 Trooper Turned Therapist - Tackling Trauma...

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2022/08/31

Sonny Provetto is a former state trooper, EMDR clinician and a trauma consultant for police departments and emergency responders nationwide. He runs the Vermont Center for Responder Wellness, a comprehensive treatment center for first responders, which uses a multi-disciplinary approach to healing traumatic stress.Sonny talks about a tool he created called “ASAP” which uses EMDR in the group intervention setting, which is proving effective when CISD is called for. Sonny has also testified as ...

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S2 E34 Last Responder: Matters Of Life And Death with...

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2022/08/24

Katharine Pope is a renowned Forensic Investigator and Crime Scene Specialist, whose resilient career and path through PTSD and Alcohol Use Disorder is remarkable. Death investigation is a challenging field that requires a unique personality, work/life balance and a wide range of skills to be successful. In this episode, we follow Katharine Pope as she describes her own journey in death investigation, from her work as a police Crime Scene Specialist to her time working cold cases as a De...

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S2 E33 The Reality Of PTSD When Children Die with...

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2022/08/17

Throughout his 46 year career as a Fire Captain and Investigator, Patrick Wills had seen more than his share of trauma and death, but it wasn’t until he responded to a tragic fire that claimed the lives of three young sisters that he unknowingly descended into total PTSD.David and guest host Kim O’Neill speak with Pat, a veteran of the Long Beach Fire Department, as he shares the emotional toll of the death of three young sisters who died while sleeping inside an illegal garage residence that...

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S2 E32 Addiction Crisis: Truth, Justice And The Road...

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2022/08/10

Retired L.E.O. and FBI agent Michael Van Meter is a well respected Law Enforcement Leader and an Addiction Recovery Expert. In this episode, he talks about the devastating effects of addiction on the public, himself, and his profession. Pulling from personal and professional experience, Michael shares thoughts on this complex, controversial subject. Michael puts it all out on the table, provides expert insight and shares many of his own experiences. He debunks the widespread notion that you h...

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S2 E31 Paramedics Don't Sleep....They Wait with Guest...

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2022/08/03

Award-winning paramedic and educator Nick Paproski talks with David about a vital and elusive commodity: SLEEP. EMS workers, like all first responders and shift workers, are at risk for sleep deprivation and fatigue. When you are sleep deprived, your immune system may become compromised, your mood can be affected, and you are more prone to errors and accidents. There are many factors that contribute to sleep deprivation for EMS workers, so we discuss those in detail in this video. We also dis...

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S2 E30 Peer Support Network — Opening The Doors To...

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2022/07/27

Peer support is an essential element of any emergency response team. This episode features an interview with Doug O'Rourke, a Lieutenant with the Hamden Fire Department, who also serves as the Director of the Connecticut Firefighter Peer Support Network. In this video, Doug talks about the organization and its mission. He discusses the importance of peer support in the fire service, and how an effective peer support program can help prevent issues like PTSD and depression. Peer support and cr...

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S2 E29 Resiliency In Action, A Leader’s Journey with...

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2022/07/20

Pete Elste is a Danbury Police Officer who has become a leader in peer support and crisis intervention. In this episode Pete shares his story of addiction, restructuring his path to recovery, and staying grounded. Pete is a resilient leader who has proven that you can achieve anything you put your mind to, and is an inspiration for his peers and anyone struggling with addiction may be looking for a resilient role model. Pete offers real-world tips on how to be proactive and how to "check up" ...

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S2 E28 Firefighters—Get Fit, Stay Fit! with Guest...

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2022/07/13

In this episode, Bonnie and David interview Sara Beckert, National Fire Academy Instructor and founder of First Response Health and Wellness. Firefighters and other responders are constantly at risk for long term injury, and they suffer a higher rate of workplace injury than most US workers. First Response Health and Wellness offers a range of health and wellness programs suited for all first responders with a specific focus on firefighters. We will discuss: ➠How Sara prepares programming for...

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S2 E27 How EMDR Works: What You Should Know with Dr....

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2022/07/06

Ever had recurring stressful memories, nightmares, or emergency calls that re-activated a traumatic event? First Responder therapists Dr. Stacy Raymond and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW will be talking about EMDR, a powerfully effective way to take the charge out of stressful memories and reprocess them. First responders are often placed in situations where they come into contact with traumatic situations that can cause emotional reactions and reactions to trauma. Because of this, many first respo...

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S2 E26 Relentless Courage: Winning The Battle Against...

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2022/06/29

Sergeant Michael Sugrue has been on the front lines of the battle against duty induced trauma since he responded to a fatal officer involved shooting that instantly changed his whole world. The after effects of this traumatic incident began a journey where Michael experienced administrative betrayal and descended into a downward spiral affecting his work, his marriage, his integrity, and his health. He also had to constantly relive the details of this traumatic incident during 4 years of depo...

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S2 E25 FrontlineCT: Breaking The Mental Health Stigma...

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2022/06/22

We’ll be speaking with Steven Wilcox Director of Education for FrontlineCT about their first responder peer support program and the stigma around first responder mental health. Mental health issues are still infrequently discussed in the first responder community. The paramedic profession has a high rate of suicide and mental health-related issues. However, responders are slowly opening up about their own personal struggles with their peers and mental health professionals. It’s very important...

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S2 E24 Post-Traumatic Transformation: Using Negative...

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2022/06/15

Norm Wielsch was a police officer for 26 years, during which time he saw a lot, made some bad decisions, suffered and overcame opioid addiction and spent time in prison. In this episode Norm talks about how he emerged stronger from his suffering and became a positive force to help in the lives of others. For a law enforcement officer, traumatic emotional wounds and scars are not always visible to the public but they are there. This episode is about strength and compassion. It is about...

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S2 E23 “Living Blue”-Writing The LEO’s Guide To...

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2022/06/08

In this episode, we discuss police wellness, resilience, and the soon-to-be-released book Living Blue by Barbara Rubel and Jason M. Palamara. Law enforcement officers face high rates of burnout, secondary trauma, and compassion fatigue, which can significantly impact their well-being. Living Blue provides practical tools for officers, their families, and communities to combat occupational stress and vicarious trauma. Through Jason’s real-life experiences as an NYPD Cold Case detective and Bar...

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S2 E22 Never Forget: Lessons Learned At NY Telephone...

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2022/06/01

On February 27, 1975, a five-alarm fire erupted in the basement of the New York Telephone Company building in lower Manhattan. The toxic blaze exposed 699 FDNY firefighters to hazardous chemicals, leading to long-term health issues, including cancer. Retired firefighter Dan Noonan, first due on 3 Truck, has spent decades advocating for awareness of occupational cancer and toxic exposure in the fire service. Deputy Assistant Chief Frank Leeb, Acting Chief of Training for the FDNY, has sp...

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