Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner
Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner
Jeff Gauthier of the Milwaukee Fire Department and MORI, the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative
Jeff Gauthier of the Milwaukee Fire Department and MORI, the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative
Jeff Gauthier of the Milwaukee Fire Department and MORI, the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative
Tuesday 8th February 2022
Lt. Jeff Gauthier talks about mental health, substance abuse among firefighters, and his recovery journey on 'Rehab Confidential' with Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner.
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It's also my job as somebody in recovery to say: listen, I, I get that you're frustrated, but that's...
Ever wondered what it's like to be a firefighter grappling with both flames and the mental health crisis? In this compelling episode of 'Rehab Confidential', hosts Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner sit down with Lt. Jeff Gauthier from the Milwaukee Fire Department. With 28 years of sobriety under his belt, Jeff opens up about the unique challenges firefighters face, from substance abuse to the mental toll of their demanding job.
He shares his personal journey to sobriety and how it has shaped his role in the Peer Support Team and the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative (MORI). Jeff's candid discussion sheds light on the frustrating cycle of substance abuse among firefighters and the critical need to break the stigma and shame surrounding it. He also talks about his work with the Milwaukee Junior Fire Institute, aiming to inspire young adults to pursue a career in the fire service.
Throughout the episode, Jeff emphasizes the importance of empathy and positive interaction, especially when connecting with fellow firefighters and those he revives. This episode is a heartfelt dive into the mental health crisis among first responders, offering insights into how recovery and peer support can make a difference.