At First Responder PEER-O-LOGY we understand the emotional physical and spiritual toll that public safety work takes on first responders; law enforcement, fire, corrections, dispatchers and their families. Our training is designed to strengthen resilience, restore balance, build elasticity and trust – one person, one team and one agency at a time.
Each training is grounded in peer support principles and led by experienced facilitators who bring real world insights and deep understanding of the challenges faced by the first responder community.
At its core, PEER-O-LOGY brings together senior-level clinicians, human behaviorists, and culturally competent seasoned mentors to facilitate meaningful peer engagement. This approach allows course participants to connect with others who understand the unique pressures of being a first responder.
PEER-O-LOGY exists to serve those who serve others. We believe in the power of connection, the importance of connection and courage it takes to heal. Whether you are returning from a difficult call, leading an agency through change, or seeking renewal after years of service, we are here for you.
Training for First Responders: PEER-O-LOGY offers specialized training programs for peace officers, firefighters, paramedics, 911 operators, and more.
- Kevlar for the Brain: Focuses on mental wellness for first responders and teaches the importance of brain health. The course examines alternative brain health treatments.
- Executive Peer Support Program Development: Executive and command staff face unique challenges supporting personnel and themselves, after a critical or high stress incident. This program focuses on leadership strategies, for managing emotional recovery agency wide. It helps build a culture of wellness and identifying early warning signs of distress among staff and helps agencies create executive level peer support networks. Leaders will learn how to communicate effectively with each other and their agency personnel during times of crisis which will reduce stigma and model resilience and elasticity in their agency.
- Shots Fired: Behind the Badge—Understanding the Hidden Impact of Officer-Involved Shootings: Addressing the psychological and emotional impact on those involved and their families Even when no one is injured, a shots fired incident can deeply impact those involved. The goal of the training is to help law enforcement personnel return to duty grounded and supported. We provide tools for coping and the peer connection for the those involved and their families, that lasts well after the incident is over.
- Betrayal Trauma for First Responders: Navigating the Impact and the Role of Peer Support: Exploring betrayal trauma and the role of peer support.
- The Public Safety Executive Connection Corner (Bi-Monthly Virtual Meetings for executive level personnel): PEER-O-LOGY is a Center of Excellence dedicated to strengthening the mental, emotional, and relational well-being of leaders through the creation of a tailored, local, confidential and structured executive peer support network. The program is designed specifically for executives who navigate high-stakes environments and bear significant organizational responsibility. Confidential virtual meetings facilitated by Nancy Bohl-Penrod, Ph.D.
- Three-Day Workshop Retreat: Healing After Officer-Involved Incidents: This powerful retreat, provides a restorative environment for first responders who have experienced a line of duty shooting. Facilitated by two culturally competent facilitators, the retreat blends education, group processing, and quiet reflection. Participants reconnect with purpose, find renewed meaning in their work and learn strategies for sustaining emotional wellness. It is a safe and uplifting space where healing begins through peer support shared experiences.
PEER-O-LOGY Merchandise: Our branded First Responder PEER-O-LOGY merchandise includes apparel, challenge coins and symbolic keepsakes, that represent unity, pride and healing. Each item serves as a reminder that no one stands alone. Proceed help fund training, outreach and peer support development across the public safety community.
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