Restore Balance: Family Support Group Scroll Down for Zoom Meeting Link WHAT: This is a free, voluntary support group for families of FHE patients dealing with mental health issues. It is a 12-session education and open discussion group. This is designed to help while a patient is in treatment and encourage the ... Read More
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Stronger Together: Shatterproof Spouses Support Group Info Scroll Down for Zoom Meeting Link WHAT: This is a free, voluntary support group for the spouses and significant others of Shatterproof program patients. It is a 12-session education and open discussion group. This is designed to help while a patient is in ... Read More
Stronger Together – First Responder Family Support
Spouses and significant others of first responders require support due to the unique challenges and demands associated with their partners' professions. First responders often face high-stress situations, long and unpredictable work hours, and exposure to traumatic events, which can take a toll on their mental and ... Read More
Family Support
At their best, families play a pivotal role in the treatment of substance use disorders and mental health issues, providing crucial support and fostering a nurturing environment for recovery. The familial bond serves as a foundation for emotional support, creating a sense of belonging and stability that is integral to ... Read More
What Makes a Good Therapy Dog for First Responders? An Expert’s Take
Last fall, we featured the below interview with Dean Moreno on the question of what makes a good therapy dog for first responders. Moreno, an expert on the topic, is probably best known as Oscar the Therapy Dog’s owner and handler. (Catch Moreno’s exciting news about Oscar.) Since Moreno will again be heading the ... Read More
3 Therapies That May Work Better for Men
Men and women are different in many ways, including in their health conditions and treatment. One clear example of this is heart disease. There are drastic differences between prevalent heart disease in men versus women, the symptoms associated with the condition and even the response to medical treatment. So it's not ... Read More
The Benefits of EMDR for First Responders, from an Expert
FHE Health has begun providing intensive EMDR (“Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing”) as part of its specialized inpatient treatment program for first responders. The Shatterproof Intensive EMDR Program includes one EMDR resourcing group session, an intensive EMDR workbook for customizing individual goals, and ... Read More
The Most Common Meds for Treating Depression
If you're one of the millions of Americans who suffer from depression, you might be considering medication to help treat the condition. Antidepressant medications are a common, effective way to treat depression. But if it's your first time going down this route, it can feel scary and overwhelming. An excellent place to ... Read More
