This week's episode is an incredible conversation with Dr. Brooke Bartlett, a military and public safety Psychologist, as well as a nationwide speaker, trainer, consultant.
On a more personal level, she is a lover of dogs, heavy metal, sports, and anything outdoors...so JUST LIKE "US."
In this episode, Dr. Bartlett talks about how she got involved in this work and the steps she's taken to become certified and culturally competent in the military and first responder space, including in trauma and PTSD.
There is so much SCIENCE behind how our bodies and brains respond to things we see, do, and hear...whether we want it to or not. This part of the conversation was fascinating and I truly believe that if we share more of the facts and science or how bodies respond to this type of work...the stigma will lessen. At least that is my hope.
Dr. Bartlett talks about how therapy is a COLLABORATIVE approach and both parties must be willing participants in order to heal and move forward. She also talked about PTSD as a spectrum and once you're in the red...there is no time for PREVENTION, it's time for INTERVENTION.
This was a great conversation and one that I hope will ease your fears about reaching out and seeking at least a consultation with a therapist.
You can check out Dr. Brooke's website, here, and connect with her on Instagram. I love the way she breaks things down in her IG reels.
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