Responder mental health in Vermont

The Vermont Center for Responder Wellness, located at 162 Hegeman Avenue in Colchester, Vermont, is a health institution specializing in trauma care for first responders and frontline workers. Utilizing evidence-based modalities such as The Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol (ASAP) and Compassion-Focused Therapy, the center offers a powerful system for treating trauma and morale injury. With a focus on early intervention to prevent and mitigate PTSD in first responders, the center offers trainings and workshops at their headquarters in Colchester or onsite at departments. In-house mental health care services are available to local Vermont first responders, with a team of culturally-competent mental health professionals providing confidential 1-on-1 therapy sessions. The ASAP, developed by a collaboration of traumatologists and a 20-year police officer, is a technique approved for continuing education credits and aimed at screening for and reducing the risk of PTSD onset after trauma. The center also offers solutions for mental health symptoms, using trauma recovery science to treat PTSD, anxiety, depression, and more. Dedicated to improving access to mental health care for first responders, the center works to establish peer support programs and train ASAP-certified peer support specialists for frontline agencies. Visitors can find the center at 354 Mountain View Dr Suite 105 in Colchester and are encouraged to leave reviews to help spread awareness and break the stigma surrounding first responder mental health.

Kingdom Therapeutics at Safe Haven Farm, located at 4095 Gore Road in Derby, Vermont, is a unique institution that offers equine-facilitated psychotherapy and horseback riding lessons for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Our approach is rooted in the belief that both humans and horses can learn and grow from each other, forming a bond that allows for healing and personal development. Our licensed mental health professionals work alongside experienced equine professionals to help clients achieve their psychotherapy goals through interactions with horses. The sensitive nature of horses allows them to sense and respond to changes in human emotions, providing valuable feedback for both the client and therapist.