Therapy for First Responders in Ontario
You were never meant to serve alone.
Do not suffer alone.
No one is immune to the stresses and strains of service.
Do you serve as a Firefighter, Paramedic, Police Officer, member of the Military, or as another First Responder? Are you a Veteran? If so, you know that the unique stresses and strains of service can take a toll on your physical and mental health. Whether it is anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), other Operational Stress Injuries (OSI), or mental health difficulties outside of service, you’re not alone.
Richard Piekarczyk-Vacca is a Registered Psychotherapist with a clinical focus in therapy for First Responders and Veterans. Having served in the Military, he understands these stresses and strains in a way others who have never had boots on the ground would struggle to grasp.
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You belong to unique communities that comprise their own cultures rich in attitude, beliefs, and values.
First Responders
Therapy
Regardless of how well-trained you are, how cohesive your unit is, how advanced the technology you carry, or how effective the leadership is, no one is immune to the stresses and strains you face. This is not a measure of character. It is a reality of service.
Veterans
Therapy
The experiences we faced and the attitudes, beliefs, and values we developed in service do not always transition easily into civilian life. For better or for worse, service has changed us and can complicate our return to civvy street.
First Responders & Veterans Families
Strains of service, like anxiety, depression, or PTSD, might not only affect your loved-one but ripple into family relationships. Families of First Responders and Veterans not only face unique challenges but are often part of recovery and resilience.
Whether it is First Responders therapy or Veterans counselling, many who have never been in uniform will likely struggle to understand service, let alone communicate it.
About Richard
Richard is a former Combat Engineer in the Canadian Armed Forces. He was medically released after a traumatic brain injury, but he has since recovered and gone on to become a therapist. He brings his own experiences to his work, which allows him to connect with his clients on a deeper level.
