Police officers, firefighters, and EMTs are likely to experience high levels of stress and trauma. These experiences not only impact their own mental health, but can also be detrimental to the well being of their spouse and children. American Military University professor Dr. Marie Isom has extensive experience providing both child and family counseling. In this episode, she provides insight to the unique challenges first responder families face and the benefits of professional counseling, including improved communication, coping techniques, and problem-solving skills, that can help make a family unit more resilient.

 

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