Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Nick Turkovich | West Coast Post Trauma Retreat
Nick Turkovich | West Coast Post Trauma Retreat
Nick Turkovich | West Coast Post Trauma Retreat
Monday 3rd October 2022
Nick Turkovich discusses how West Coast Post Trauma Retreat helps first responders heal from work-related stress and PTSI through peer support and storytelling.
Explicit
62 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
About this podcast
Author:
Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Overview:
Categories:
Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
116 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Nick Turkovich on First Responder Healing at West Coast Post Trauma Retreat
We're literally conquering one of the biggest goliaths, one of the biggest challenges we have in law enforcement, and that's the shit that we deal with being our own worst enemies, oftentimes because we don't handle things the right way internally, which leads to us handling things the wrong way externally.
Imagine facing daily trauma and then having to carry that weight home with you. In this heartfelt episode of 'No One Fights Alone', hosts Austin Pederson and Brad Shepherd chat with Nick Turkovich, the Peer Director & Satellite Director from West Coast Post Trauma Retreat (WCPR). Nick opens up about the unique challenges first responders face and how WCPR has become a sanctuary for many.
The retreat offers a residential program tailored for both current and retired first responders, focusing on recognizing and addressing work-related stress and post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI). Since 2001, WCPR has been a lifeline for over 1,500 first responders across various states, including California, Oregon, and Arizona. Nick emphasizes the crucial role of peer support in the healing process. By sharing their stories, first responders can break down the stigma surrounding mental health.
This episode sheds light on the power of storytelling and how it fosters a sense of community and understanding. The conversation also touches on the cultural aspects within the first responder community and how financial investment in mental health support is vital. Nick passionately discusses the need for ongoing support and resources to help these everyday heroes.
If you're interested in the mental health of first responders or looking for inspiration on how to support those who protect us, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear how WCPR is making a difference, one story at a time.