⚠️ Trigger Warning: Discussion of Officer Suicide
This post contains discussions about police officer suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek support from a mental health professional or a trusted resource. You can call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7.
Forensic professionals face some of the toughest challenges—exposure to trauma, high-stakes decisions, and the emotional toll of the job. But how can you safeguard your mental and physical well-being while continuing to do the work you love?
In this two-part series, we dive deep in this interview with Matt Davis discussing trauma recovery for forensic professionals, exploring real-life experiences, coping strategies, and actionable techniques that can help you build resilience. From traditional therapy methods to advanced approaches like EMDR and ketamine therapy, plus daily habits that make a difference, we break down what works (and what doesn’t) for those in the field.
If you’re ready to move from just surviving to truly thriving in your career, this series is for you. Tune in now!
Links from today's episode:
Join Matt Davis in the Forensic Field Training Officer Academy: https://gapscience.teachable.com/p/forensic-field-training-officer-virtual-academy1
The officer deaths by suicide statistics come from this report: Law Enforcement Deaths by Suicide Report.
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