Mental Health Care for First Responders and Military Personnel
First responders and military personnel, you are real-life heroes, and you have dedicated your lives to protecting our country and our communities. You come to our rescue every day; as our nation’s military, police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, criminal justice officers, public safety tele-communicators, doctors, and nurses.
Thank you for all you have done and will continue to do.
As first responders and military personnel, you are constantly exposed to dangerous, stressful, and sometimes life-threatening experiences. No shift is routine, and you can experience stress due to the uncertainty of each situation.
These experiences and repeated job stressors can create obstacles, scarring both the mind and body. As first responders and active duty service members, you are at an increased risk of experiencing traumatic events and situations. If you ignore or try to mask the feelings of fear, anxiety, and stress that these events produce, they can have lasting impacts on your mental health.
It is estimated that 30% of first responders develop behavioral health issues like hopelessness, anxiety, depression, post–traumatic stress as well as suicidal behavior.
A 2022 analysis showed that nearly 18% of active-duty service members sought mental health treatment that year.
If you or a loved one is in need of mental health treatment, contact the Wings team today. Our team of trauma experts and peer-support groups can help first responders, active duty miliary, and others in public safety find healing.
Treatment at Wings Recovery in San Diego
At Wings Recovery, we strive to provide you with the necessary tools to develop healthy coping mechanisms for the stressors that you encounter each day. To do this, we use a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities that address your unique needs so that you can return to a life free of guilt, shame, or strife.
Our trauma experts have the cultural competence to address the challenges that first responders and military personnel face. Those participating in this treatment option at Wings will be placed in groups comprised of their peers who understand and share many of the same experiences. For many, this peer support network is a source of strength and insight even after treatment.
Wings Recovery utilizes an individualized approach to treatment offering a combination of proven clinical modalities including:
- Four individual therapy sessions each week, two with your primary therapist and two with your trauma therapist
- Family therapy sessions when needed
- Group therapy
- Trauma education
- DBT skills
- CBT skills
- Physical fitness program
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
The program at Wings provides treatment services for first responders and military personnel working through a variety of issues including:
- PTSD
- Co-occurring disorders including substance abuse
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- Intrusive Thoughts
- Grief and Loss
- Suicidal Ideation and Recent Attempts
- Relationship Problems
- Sexual Trauma
Take the First Step on Your Journey to Healing
If you or your loved one are considering residential mental health treatment, we provide the best care available in the San Diego area. Call us at 1.888.790.9377 to discuss with a professional if Wings Recovery is right for you.