Supporting Yourself with Self-Care: The Role of a Critical Incident Response
By: Janeen Baggette
First responders face immense physical and emotional challenges, and Critical Incident Response K9s are helping them cope in powerful ways. These specially trained dogs offer stress detection, emotional support, and a calming presence, playing a vital role in mental wellness on the front lines.
Psychological Body Armor™
By: George S. Everly, Jr., PhD, ABPP, CCISM
Resilience helps us bounce back from adversity, but what if we could “immunize” ourselves against stress? First responders, healthcare workers, and others face physical and psychological dangers daily. While they wear body armor for physical protection, shouldn’t they also learn to use Psychological Body Armor™ to safeguard their mental well-being? This book explores how to do just that, based on the latest science.

“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.”
– Lou Holtz

ICISF World Congress 18 Registration Is Open!

Training
Advanced Assisting Individuals in Crisis
Human Spirit and Faith Tactics in CISM
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) in the College and University Setting
Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention
Suicide Awareness: An Introduction for Crisis Responders
De-escalation Skills for the Front Line: A Practical Approach


“Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.”
– Eleanor Brownn
1st Responder Conferences: Upcoming 2025 Conferences
Lighthouse Health & Wellness: Supporting First Responders in their Work-Life Balance
First H.E.L.P.: EP: 52 Hey You Listen to Yourself
PTSD 911: EP: 65 – Self-Care Strategies with Dr. Kimberly Miller
The Counseling Team International: The Benefits of Mindfulness
C.O.P.S: Survivor LODD Guide and Traumas of Law Enforcement Trainings