Episode 96: Mental Health and Peer Support with Dr. Naomi Spilka, Clinical Psychologist

If you want to celebrate my last day in the fire service with me, order a shirt here! Make sure to snap a photo and tag me on social media on 3.15.24 so I can repost your pic.I met Naomi Spilka in May of 2023 at a Women's Summit hosted by South Metro Fire. Her story and lecture captivated me, and I knew I had to get her on the podcast.Naomi's intro from the Code-4 website:Hey there, I’m Dr. Naomi Spilka and I am so glad you’ve come to find me here at Code-4. Following my service as a combat sergeant in the Israeli Defense Force (IDF), I moved back to New York City and earned my bachelor’s degree from New York University with a concentration in Military Psychology and Trauma. Shortly after, I began my doctorate in psychology at the University of Denver, ultimately finding my way to Code 4 in 2018. My clinical experiences include detentions, veteran care, forensic and psychological assessment, emergency psychiatry, hospital settings and with the first responder community.   Now that all that is out of the way let’s talk about you…  Wherever you are in your life and whatever “stuff” you’ve got going on, I will meet you there. We will sort through it together and come up with a plan of action that best suits you, embracing each step forward or back with acceptance and maybe even a little humor. With that said, be prepared for some straight talk, hard questions, and emotional work; seeds have to crack in order to grow, so let’s get cracking!  So what, now what? The fire service, law enforcement, and military can be incredibly rewarding but also challenging work. A healthy understanding of 'self' can be one of the first steps in the right direction! Working with a provider can help you discover that self!Email Naomi: [email protected] out the Code-4 WebsiteCheck out PsypactHere's another website that might help you find your best provider!Want to see a pic of the famous farting bulldog? Click here.*****Register for 7-Minute Science herePurchase FRW Swag hereGet on the Waitlist for Building Your Career in FireFollow Fire Rescue Wellness on the socials...IG | LinkedIn | TwitterDiscount Code:FRW20 at Fluid NutritionAffiliate LinksCheck out my Fringe Affiliate LinkCheck out my TryCreate Affiliate Link (20% off your order)!Check out my ChiliSleep Affiliate Link (15% off your order)!Please rate, share, and subscribe to the podcast!