“FIRST RESPONDER COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD” LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE May 1, 2025 The first, annual “First Responder Community Impact Award,” hosted by the national behavioral health provider, FHE Health, is spotlighting first responder agencies and departments that are making a positive mental health impact in their ... Read More
The Experience Blog
FHE Health is comprised of a team of professionals dedicated to improving our patients well-being. In this section our experience is used to weigh in on current events including legislation and trends as well as expert opinion articles directly contributed by our staff. The proof of our program is our Alumni, so we often feature articles from those who have completed our program. They offer real-life stories of struggle, hope and a new life. In our blog you’ll also find out about upcoming events and community impact efforts FHE Health is taking part in.
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The Fix for Acid Reflux with Anxiety or Addiction (Part 1)
You’re not alone. If you’ve ever had to sit up in bed after a meal, felt that slow burn climbing up your chest, or tasted acid in the back of your throat — you’ve likely experienced acid reflux. And you’re in good company: It affects nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. (1)(2). For many, acid reflux or ... Read More
Finding the Words: How to Act When It Feels Like There’s Nothing You Can Say or Do
In the past, family members affected by addiction mostly heard the message that they were “powerless” over the disease: that there was nothing they could do to help, except to avoid enabling their loved one’s substance use. In Episode 12 of the First Responder Families Podcast, show host and Director of Family ... Read More
From the Ashes: A Firefighter on “Post-Traumatic Growth”
In this installment of the First Responder Families Podcast, show host and licensed family therapist Ivona Bhahda explored the innovative concept of “post-traumatic growth,” by interviewing a former firefighter about his journey through trauma, alcoholism, and PTSD. When post-traumatic growth is an end destination, ... Read More
What Men Need Out of Therapy
Men face unique mental health challenges that therapy can address. In celebration of Men’s Health Month, we decided to explore these issues with the help of Patrick Fitzgibbons, MBA, MS, MA. Fitzgibbons is a counselor and the program lead for Shatterproof FHE Health, our specialized treatment program for first ... Read More
The Dangers of Drug Use in High School
With the back-to-school season upon us, it's natural for parents to worry about their children and especially the presence of drugs in high school. It's a sad but true fact that many cases of addiction begin in the teenage years. While we'd like to think schools are safe, unfortunately, there's some extent of exposure ... Read More
Does Weed Kill Brain Cells?
Marijuana has been legalized in 24 states for recreational purposes, and this is likely to increase in the future, with many other states already decriminalizing the substance or allowing it for medicinal use. This normalization has led to some people wondering if weed is truly safe and what effect it can have on the ... Read More
Reccognizing and Identifying Meth Sores
Meth use and related deaths have been increasing in recent years, underscoring the need to understand more about what the signs of addiction can look like and the physical and emotional toll meth use can take. One of the most visible signs of long-term meth use is meth sores. These sores are often present on the face, ... Read More
