Ep. #25 Melissa Carr (therapywithmelissa) - Tales from the Tailboard Podcast

Most first responders and veterans hide their trauma behind dark humor and emotional shutdowns, unknowingly making things worse. Join trauma therapist Melissa Carr as she reveals how these survival tactics can deepen suffering without proper support. Discover how chronic trauma rewires the brain, affecting both work and personal life. Learn about common mental health myths, the role of humor as a coping tool, and practical steps to differentiate stress from trauma fatigue. This episode is essential for anyone in emergency services or military roles seeking to understand and address mental scars. Melissa's insights offer hope and actionable steps for healing without stigma.