Police officers in Victoria play a vital role in protecting our communities, responding to emergencies, and supporting people on their worst days. From Geelong to the Surf Coast and across the Bellarine Peninsula, officers regularly witness trauma, violence, death, and...
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PTSD in police officers: understanding trauma behind the badge in Geelong & the Bellarine Peninsula
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Trauma and first responders: understanding the hidden impact and the path to healing
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology, Geelong Every day, first responders — police officers, firefighters, paramedics, emergency dispatchers, and SES volunteers — face situations most people can’t imagine. They are the ones who run toward danger, hold...
EMDR for Police and Paramedics: Fast Track Trauma Recovery in Geelong
Read MoreAs police officers and paramedics, you face relentless demands on the frontline, confronting emergencies that leave lasting echoes on your mental health. At Happy Minds Psychology, our psychologists are dedicated to supporting first responders with Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing...
