Mental Health Episodes

Former Police Officers Working To Help First Responders. Kimberly DeFiori and Sara Laszaic join us to discuss their Law Enforcement experience. Plus, what they've learned in their police careers that dives them to help first responders. Learn about the Badges United Foundation and how they have dedicated their lives to increased wellness for all first responders. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never more than 2 issues a w...

Dogs Helping Police Officers and First Responders with PTSD, Training. Jeff Gettings a professional life long dog trainer is our guest. Jeff talks about his organization, comprised of him and his team of professional dog trainers and active and retired Law Enforcement officers that train and provide service dogs to LEOs with PTSD. Jeff also talks about their mission to save shelter dogs and train them to be service dogs. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe...

Police Officers and First Responder Mountain Retreats. Trauma and Stress Treatment. Tina Jaeckle, Crisis - Critical Incident - Trauma Counselor for several law enforcement agencies is our guest. Tina talks about her Blue Ridge Heroes Haven retreats and mountain cabin rentals for first responders. She also talks about the need for continued growth of best practices policies for first responders when dealing with critical incident traumatic incidents. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enfor...

Kevin Hicks, a former EMT for the city of Louisville, Kentucky is our guest. Kevin talks about the physical injuries and debilitating PTSD that he suffered on the job. He also talks about how he has been abandoned by the City, his agency, the union and workers compensation. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never more than 2 issues a week sent out. Click here and scroll down about halfway. Be sure to check out our website. ...

Kay Reyna, wife of retired NC State Trooper Umberto Reyna is our guest. Kay talks about the line of duty accident that caused her husband's permanent and severe traumatic brain injury. She also talks about the unbelievable way that the North Carolina State Highway Patrol have abandoned her and Umberto. In addition to the conversation regarding the care of a TBI family member, she discusses the shocking treatment by Workers Compensation. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk P...

Police Officer and Family Abused By Workers Compensation and their Government. April Phillips, wife of retired Officer Richard Phillips is our guest. April talks about the line of duty accident that caused her husband's Traumatic Brain Injury. She also discusses, how her family struggles due to the repeated pattern of abuse and lack of care from Workers Compensation in Pennsylvania. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never mo...

Police Officer Suicide, Max Scherzer. Told by His Widow. April Scherzer, widow of Officer Max Scherzer is our guest. April talks about her husband's suicide, PTSD and the factors that may have contributed. Plus, she talks about life for her and her children afterwards and what all of us should be doing. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never more than 2 issues a week sent out. Click here and scroll down about halfway. Be su...

The unbelievable but true way that Norwalk Ct. abandons their injured Police Officers. Police Officer Phil Roselle was accidentally shot during a training exercise. Debbie Roselle joins us to discuss the horrible way they are being treated by Norwalk Ct. This is a wife’s journey through the valley of despair. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter,...

Law Enforcement Officers and First Responders need to be treated with respect by the courts, public and media. Lance LoRusso, former Law Enforcement Officer and Attorney, known as the Blue Line Lawyer is our guest. He is also an author, litigator and expert witness in Police use of force. He talks about the unreasonable demands put on Law Enforcement Officers today and what you can do to help. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Never miss out on ...

Police Officer Now a Psychologist talks about First Responder Trauma. Increasing Resilience In Police and Emergency Personnel with Dr. Stephanie Conn. Dr. Stephanie Conn, a former Law Enforcment Officer, Psychologist and author joins us to talk about the unique challenges of First Responder Pschology. Dr. Conn also talks about how her Law Enforcement Career influenced her mission to help First Responders deal proactively with traumatic stress. Background song Hurricane is used with permission ...

Police Officer and First Responder PTSD Preventing Traumatic Stress Related Mental Health Issues. Brandielee "Lee" Baker talks about Code 9 Project. Their mission and efforts to help Law Enforcement Agencies, families and Officers prevent traumatic stress related mental health issues. Learn about their S.H.A.R.E. workshops, training and how you can help. Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Never mis...

Police Officer's Throat was slit, PTSD after and First Responder Cruises. Retired NYC Transit Police Officer Christine McIntyre returns to the show. She talks about her long and successful recovery from P.T.S.D. after a near death knife attack. Plus, Peter Enns from CESail.com joins us to discuss their incredible First Responder Cruises for First Responders, their families and friends. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Today Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, nev...

Motorcycle Police Officer’s Wreck, Devastating Injuries and Addiction. Retired Montgomery County Maryland Police Officer Tammy Hardy joins us on the Law Enforcement Today Radio Show. Tammy talks about the line of duty motorcycle accident that nearly took her leg. She also discusses how the more than 20 surgeries led to a demoralizing addiction to Opiate pain pills. Plus, how she is using her nightmare to help others. Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Background song Hurricane is...

Sheriff Sergeant's Life and Recovery After Hitting Rock Bottom. Joey Rafferty a retired Sheriff's Sergeant talks about his life and recovery after hitting rock bottom as a result of PTSD and alcohol abuse. Joey talks about the program that helped save his life. Plus, his quest to help save the lives of First Responders and others that struggle with substance abuse and PTSD. Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Hor...

Australian Police Officer PTSD, Retired, His Recovery and Mission. Shaun O'Gorman a retired Australian Police Officer, recovering from PTSD. He is from Queensland is our guest. He states that American media distorts the truth about gun violence and crime in Australia... it is still a problem. Do Police "Down Under" face the same problems and difficulties as American Law Enforcement? Plus, a frank conversation about P.T.S.D. It's a problem for First Responders and Military in Australia too. Foll...

Police Officer PTSD, Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Protection. Deborah Louise Ortiz shares her dramatic story about recovery from Law Enforcement related PTSD. Plus, she talks about Code 9 Project's focus on raising awareness about PTSD. They also provide education, support and viable self-help tools to all Public Safety Personnel and their families for the purpose of managing and reducing the compressive stress effects, such as PTSD and suicide. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship...

Police Officer PTSD Recovery and Helping others. A retired Cop's story. Chris Orton, retired Detective Travis County Sheriff's Officer joins us to discuss his recovery from and how he helps others to recover from PTSD. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an email to the host and producer of the show jay@...

Police Officer PTSD and TBI, Family After A Severe Injury. Law Enforcement Today Radio Show. A powerful conversation about life for the family after a severe line of duty injury. Daily life for the family impacted by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury. Our guest, who wishes to remain anonymous gives insight into the struggles for the family and the retired Police Officer in a way that no one else could. Brought to you by Galls. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend ...

Police Officer Suicides Combatting Deaths and Raising Awareness. With Karen Rodwill Solomon, Author and Founder of Honor Them and Blue Help. An open and honest discussion about preventing Law Enforcement Suicides, the causes and prevention. Be sure to check out our website. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunitie...

Kyle Reyes of The Silent Partner Marketing joins us to talk about his "Behind The Uniforms" video series. Kyle and his company are donating $500,000 worth of marketing services to Law Enforcement Officers, First Responders and Veterans. Kyle explains why we all need to show our support for these heroes. Be sure to check out our website. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Inte...

Police Officers Killed, Widow and The Family Afterwards. Line of duty deaths and the Family afterwards. Kim Abato Deachilla joins us to discuss the Line of Duty Death of her first husband, Baltimore Police Officer William J. "Billy" Martin. Kim explains the process of coping with the murder of her husband, the departmental funeral and starting her life over for her and her son Patrick. Kim's current husband Paul, is a retired Baltimore Police Officer. Plus their son Patrick is now a Baltimore Po...

Retired Police Officer, Burned Severely, His Inspired Life. Retired Phoenix Police Officer Jason Schechterle is our guest. You may have seen Jason in early episodes of the television show "The First 48". Jason experienced catastrophic injuries when his Patrol Car erupted into flames after an accident. Jason talks about living an inspired life, in spite of extreme adversity. Don't miss this interview with an inspirational man. Be sure to check out our website. If you enjoy the show, please tell...

Retired Police Officer's Struggles With Physical and Mental Injuries. Law Enforcement Today Radio Show with a special guest a retired Police Officer who wants to remain anonymous.This retired officer discusses an incident where he was beaten almost to death, his injuries, PTSD and the ongoing struggle afterwards. Be sure to check out our website. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be apprecia...

Police Officer PTSD, Depression, Suicide Prevention. Andy O'Hara Retired California Highway Patrol Sergeant, joins hosts John "Jay" Wiley and Robert Greenberg. Andy courageously describes his life and death incidents, his struggles and recovery from P.T.S.D. and Depression. Andy O'Hara has taken his experience and applies it to helping save the lives of Law Enforcement Officers across the Country. Be sure to check out our website. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportu...