MHNR Network, LLC
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Ep002: Don Prince - The 11th Hour Trauma Retreat, A Jump-Start Toward Healing
Ep002: Don Prince - The 11th Hour Trauma Retreat, A Jump-Start Toward Healing
Ep002: Don Prince - The 11th Hour Trauma Retreat, A Jump-Start Toward Healing
Saturday 5th August 2017
Don Prince discusses co-founding a program for first responders dealing with PTSD and addiction, offering insights on therapy and support systems.
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Get the buttons here!Don Prince: Healing First Responders from Trauma and Addiction
But the most bravest thing and the most scariest thing to do and the most fearful thing to do is to reach out for ourselves- and it doesn't have to be that way- and that there are more than a lot of people out there that are available, such as yourself, Stephen, the work you're doing here and the reasons why you're doing it are so important.
Ever wondered how first responders cope with the immense stress they face daily? In this episode of 'Rescue the Rescuer', former firefighter Don Prince opens up about his journey and the program he co-founded to support first responders grappling with PTSD and addiction. Don, who served for sixteen years at the Brookhaven Fire Department and briefly at the World Trade Center site post-9/11, knows firsthand the toll that constant exposure to trauma can take on mental health.
Through his work as a Certified Recovery Coach and Peer Support Specialist, he collaborates with various fire and police departments to help others find their path to recovery. He emphasizes the importance of therapy, particularly alternative treatments like EMDR, in addressing PTSD. Don also sheds light on the culture of drinking within fire departments and the stigma surrounding mental health issues. His insights are not just informative but deeply compassionate, offering hope and practical advice for those in similar situations.
Tune in to hear Don's inspiring story and learn how you can support first responders on their journey to healing.