Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Alex Menas | Shatterproof at FHE Health
Alex Menas | Shatterproof at FHE Health
Alex Menas | Shatterproof at FHE Health
Friday 30th June 2023
Join Alex Menas as he discusses FHE Shatterproof's wellness program for first responders dealing with PTSD and mental health challenges.
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Get the buttons here!Alex Menas on Transforming First Responder Care at FHE Shatterproof
Episode Overview
- FHE Shatterproof provides evidence-based therapies and a comprehensive wellness program for first responders dealing with PTSD and other mental health conditions
- Alex Menas shares his journey from the Virginia Military Institute to the Air Force and eventually to FHE Shatterproof
- The conversation covers the importance of peer support and the misconceptions about residential treatment for first responders
- Alex Menas discusses the admissions process for first responders seeking treatment at FHE Shatterproof
- The episode emphasizes the need to overcome stigma surrounding mental health and offers support for first responders
I think that from a staffing perspective, from a, I would say all of us are probably always looking for great clinicians and great peers that bring some resiliency aspects from their careers, whether it be military or first responder.
Ever wondered how first responders manage the immense stress and trauma they face daily? In this episode, hosts Austin Pederson and Brad Shepherd chat with Alex Menas from FHE Shatterproof, a facility dedicated to supporting first responders through evidence-based therapies. Alex's journey is fascinating, starting from his days at the Virginia Military Institute, through his service in the Air Force, and eventually leading him to FHE Shatterproof.
His story is one of dedication and transformation, making him a perfect fit for the challenging yet rewarding field of first responder treatment. The conversation highlights the comprehensive wellness program at FHE Shatterproof, which aims to help first responders tackle PTSD and other mental health conditions. Alex shares insights into the innovative medical care and peer support systems that are crucial in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health in the first responder community.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the unique mental health challenges faced by those who protect and serve us every day.