TBPA is a unique practice that specializes with Law Enforcement (LEOS), Fire Fighters, EMS and other First Responders.
Critical to this specialty is a distinctive knowledge of:
the essential functions of public safety organizations and personnel
working conditions unique to their respective positions
common and unusual stressors in public safety work
normal and abnormal responses to occupational stress and trauma
research related to resilience and recovery in public safety personnel
the unique aspects of confidentiality and testimonial privilege when providing services to public safety personnel and/or agencies
Over the past several years, TBPA has worked closely with various police and fire departments, building a collaborative relationship between first responders and mental health. The goal is to not only build resiliency in first responders, but also to assist in their efforts to work in the community and maintain personal safety.
TBPA offers the following services specific to LEOS, security, fire, EMS, federal law enforcement, and other public safety personnel:
Evaluations: Pre-employment, Fitness-for-Duty, Post-Incident, and Psych Clearance/Security Clearance
Counseling: Voluntary, Mandatory, Restoration of Fitness, etc.
Employee Assistant Programs (EAP) development
Officer Wellness Program development
Critical Incident Stress debriefings
Peer support team development and training
Guest lectures/trainings on mental health topics
Operational Support
Organizational Consultation
Your guide to Florida First Responder PTSD Legislation Training.
TBPA can help your organization implement:
Mental and Behavioral Health Awareness Training - Meet the regulatory requirement, provide an overview on PTSD and the legislation, suicide awareness, identify signs and create a system for accessing help.
Organizational consultation - understand the PTSD legislation and learn how to better structure your organization to improve moral and psychological wellness of employees.
Implement Peer Support Groups - The most effective way to prevent PTSD, suicide, and burnout; organize a structure peer system.
“take a proactive step to building a more resilient
agency by preventing mental health crises and addressing those that occur more effectively”