Surviving Suicide with Sarah Gaer

Suicide is a unique kind of loss that is widely stigmatized. Loss isn’t discussed enough in this world, and suicide loss even more so. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show has a lot to say about this topic, and more! Sarah Gaer is a suicide loss survivor and holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health. She has spent the past 10 years working in Suicide Prevention focused on men in their middle years and first responders. Sarah currently works as a consultant in suicide prevention and trauma recovery and is spearheading long term recovery efforts at Holyoke Soldier's Home, which experienced a mass causality event during Covid-19. Sarah also holds a contract with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health creating and providing training for Law Enforcement on topics such as suicide prevention, toxic stress and resilience building. Sarah is also a National Trainer for Psychological First Aid She authored the novel "The Price" which chronicles the suicide death of a police officer as well as co-authoring Guts, Grit & The Grind, which is an anthology series about Men's Mental Health. Sarah has also published a children's book, Good Night Grace, which assists families and caregivers in talking with children about their parents' substance use disorder. You can connect with Sarah at sarahgaer.com ================================================================================================================== Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way Connect with me at [email protected]! Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling. And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!