The work we do helping people makes a difference in peoples’ lives, and this aspect of our jobs is rewarding.
But our toughest cases can be emotionally demanding and a source of stress (Killian et al., 2017).
Exhaustion, irritability, and feeling emotionally numb can be signs of compassion fatigue, burnout, and secondary traumatization.
First responders and other professionals working with trauma survivors also report feeling overwhelmed and sense of moral injury when systems we work with that are supposed to provide help, support and advocacy for victims and clients, fail them, and us. At times, our work demands much from us.
I offer an array of services (trainings, program evaluation) for individuals and organizations, including law enforcement, first responders, and agencies where helping professionals work with trauma survivors on a regular, ongoing basis. I’m an experienced trainer who tailors talks, workshops, and clinical services to suit your specific needs.
If you are a member of law enforcement, a first responder, or a director or supervisor at a clinical service agency or organization, and are interested in training programs that speak to compassion fatigue, burnout, and vicarious resilience, you can contact me here.