Destigmatizing suicide and seeking help
Suicide. One word that has a big impact. Chances are that many of you reading this article have been personally impacted by suicide. Perhaps you lost a partner, friend or […] Read More
Medina Baumgart, Psy.D., ABPP
Using your brain to ease your pain
Techniques for managing chronic injuries and illnesses
Law enforcement officers will likely deal with injuries and/or illnesses resulting in chronic pain at some point during their career. Unlike acute pain from an injury that resolves itself over […] Read More
When the job spills over into your relationship
Share this article with your spouse!
When my husband was on the job, our relationship struggled with communication and connection, not unlike many of the law enforcement couples I help in my professional work. As a […] Read More
Why taking inventory is important
A tool to help you counter the negative impact of the job
The demanding and stressful nature of law enforcement work can negatively impact your well-being over the course of your career. When you ignore or fail to address the cumulative impact […] Read More
Seeking the right kind of help
How to choose a mental health provider
Policing is a demanding profession that takes a toll on you throughout your career. It is nearly impossible to come out of the job unscathed, given that you are exposed […] Read More
You need to feel it to heal it
Don’t view your unpleasant emotions as a threat; put on your detective hat and get curious
Police officers are trained to suppress and compartmentalize emotions on duty to help them maintain an objective stance and effectively do their job. This is a necessary skill for officers, […] Read More
