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EPISODE · May 30, 2025 · 29 MIN

Behind the Badge: Law Enforcement, Leadership, and Mental Health with Major Marissa Barnes

from The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance · host Warrior’s Ascent

In this powerful episode, Matt and Mike sit down with Major Marissa Barnes of the Kansas City Police Department—board member, leader, and 22-year veteran of the force. Marissa shares hard-won insights into the emotional toll of policing, the unique challenges officers face balancing trauma and family life, and why Warriors’ Ascent’s mission is personal for her. From bridging social work and law enforcement to advocating for mental health within the ranks, Marissa’s story is a must-hear for first responders, supporters, and anyone who believes in protecting those who protect us. #WarriorsAscent #WarriorEthos #LawEnforcementWellness #FirstResponderSupport #BehindTheBadge #MentalHealthInUniform #BreakTheStigma #PTSDRecovery #HealingOurHeroes #KCPD #ResilienceInBlue #TraumaRecovery #MindfulnessForOfficers #VeteranAndFirstResponder #StrongerTogether #CommunityHealing #LeadershipInLawEnforcement #WarriorMindset #SupportOurPolice #TransformativeHealing

In this powerful episode, Matt and Mike sit down with Major Marissa Barnes of the Kansas City Police Department—board member, leader, and 22-year veteran of the force. Marissa shares hard-won insights into the emotional toll of policing, the unique challenges officers face balancing trauma and family life, and why Warriors’ Ascent’s mission is personal for her. From bridging social work and law enforcement to advocating for mental health within the ranks, Marissa’s story is a must-hear for first responders, supporters, and anyone who believes in protecting those who protect us.

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