Navigating Wellness for First Responders with Dr. Carrie Steiner

The Beacon Way Podcast: Navigating Wellness for First Responders with Dr. Carrie Steiner Welcome back to the Beacon Way podcast! In this episode, we continue our founders' edition with special guest Dr. Carrie Steiner, founder of the First Responders Wellness Center and a licensed clinical psychologist with 13 years of experience as a Chicago police officer. Dr. Steiner shares her journey from the police force to establishing a wellness center dedicated to helping first responders. She discusses the critical need for mental health support in the community, the challenges of finding the right clinicians, and how her center provides specialized care for police, firefighters, and paramedics. Dr. Steiner also highlights the importance of self-belief and community support when starting a business. Tune in for an insightful conversation about the intersection of mental health and first responder culture. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:54 Inspiration Behind First Responders Wellness Center03:21 Challenges and Realizations in the Field05:40 Establishing the Wellness Center10:34 Growth and Expansion19:00 Balancing Roles and Responsibilities26:48 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs27:23 Conclusion and Contact Information