Medina Baumgart, Psy.D.

Medina Baumgart, Psy.D., is an organizational psychologist who works in the Psychological Services Bureau of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

Practicing gratitude

The neuroscience tactical advantage it provides in work and in life

March 27, 2021

If you’re a cynical cop, 2020 was your year. Nothing like a pandemic and civil and political unrest to reinforce your distrust of human nature and motive. While doubting the […] Read More

Coping with chronic pain

Learn these proven body–mind techniques and you’ll cope better

January 24, 2021

The very nature of police work means that injuries will occur. At times, those injuries can result in long-term pain that substantially impacts an officer’s quality of life. In addition […] Read More