What starts as a routine call can quickly change. 

In this episode, I sit down with a full time police officer who has built his career around both protecting others and supporting those within this profession. He serves as a peer support officer and a member of the critical incident stress management team.

Alongside all the work in law enforcement, he is currently finishing up his masters in clinical mental health and counseling, specializing with the first responder and military community. His goal is to bridge the gap between the realities of this profession and the mental health support often needed but rarely sought. 

During our conversation, we discuss the danger of complacency in policing and how quickly a routine call can escalate. He shares a powerful story about responding to what appeared to be a standard medical call, but quickly turned violent when a firearm was introduced - forcing a split-second fight for control. 

This episode is a conversation about vigilance, culture, and the growing movement of first responders working to support their own mental health needs. 

Today’s guest represents a new generation of officers working to change the way the profession approaches resilience, support and service.

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