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First Responder Mental Health Services

Supporting Those Who Serve Our Communities
Available: In-person and Telehealth (Indiana-based)

Interested in Working for Pillars?

Are you passionate about serving those who serve others?
Pillars of Wellness is expanding our First Responder Mental Health Services and seeking clinicians who want to make an impact in the lives of law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, and frontline professionals.

We are currently looking for:

  • A Lead Clinician to help shape and grow this program
  • Therapists interested in first responder wellness, trauma care, or department partnerships

As a member of this team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Lead clinical innovation and wellness outreach with first responder communities
  • Receive support from a multidisciplinary team committed to holistic care
  • Help develop workshops, consultations, and specialized services
  • Grow into a leadership role with visibility across Northwest Indiana and beyond

If you have experience working with public safety, trauma, or occupational stress—and want to be part of a mission-driven team—we’d love to hear from you.

✨ [Apply here to join the First Responder Program]

Who Are First Responders?

First responders are professionals trained to respond in emergencies, including:

  • Law enforcement officers
  • Paramedics and EMTs
  • Firefighters
  • Other frontline personnel in crisis response roles

These individuals are the first on scene when emergencies happen—often facing danger, trauma, and high-stress situations as part of their daily work. While their role is critical to community safety, the emotional toll of their work is often underestimated or unaddressed.

Why Mental Health Support Matters for First Responders

First responders are frequently exposed to critical incidents, trauma, loss, and risk. Over time, these experiences can have a cumulative effect on mental health.

Key statistics:

  • 85% of first responders have experienced symptoms related to a mental health condition
  • Police officers and firefighters are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty
  • Rates of depression and PTSD are up to 5 times higher in first responders than in the general population

Stress from irregular hours, sleep deprivation, physical strain, and time away from loved ones adds to the psychological load. While departments may offer debriefings or peer support, many professionals benefit from comprehensive and confidential clinical care.

Our Services for First Responders

At Pillars of Wellness, we partner with local law enforcement, fire departments, EMS agencies, and other first responder networks to support whole-person wellness. Services include:

🧠 Clinical Mental Health Services

  • Individual therapy (in-person or telehealth)
  • Trauma-informed care (for cumulative or acute incidents)
  • Anxiety, depression, and grief support
  • Stress management and burnout prevention
  • Education around healthy habits: sleep, nutrition, exercise, social support

🛡️ Organizational Wellness Services

  • Annual Resilience Checks
  • Wellness Workshops (custom topics by department need)
  • Pre-Employment Psychological Evaluations
  • Fitness for Duty Evaluations
  • On-site support through Wellness Success Consultants
  • Mental health content and checklists for departments

Resource Kit for First Responders

Immediate support and peer resources:

Indiana-specific support contacts:

  • EMS District Managers: View EMS staff map (PDF)
  • Indiana State Police Chaplain – Staff Chaplain Daniel Coffey
    • 317-234-4637
    • dcoffey@isp.in.gov

Getting Started

📞 To learn more about our First Responder Mental Health Services or request support for yourself or your department, contact our administrative team. We’ll walk you through available services, answer your questions, and help determine the best next steps for care or collaboration.

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