Not all first responder work is the same—and neither is the toll it takes. Here at The Resilience Academy we specialize in the mental health needs of firefighters, fire service leaders, chaplains, and their families.
Firefighting brings its own mix of pressures—the strain of shiftwork that disrupts sleep and relationships, the emotional residue of close proximity to patient care, and the cumulative impact of the duration of time on-scene which tests endurance and empathy. Those realities require more than generic “first responder” care—they demand fire service–specific care that speaks the language, honors the culture, and accounts for the operational cost of the job.
Everything we offer—from peer support team training and fire couple workshops to clinical consultation and department-wide education—is built with firehouse fluency. Rooted in cultural competence, trauma-informed practice, and practical tools that work on the frontline and in the real world.
Whether you are building a peer support team, carrying the weight of the job, or trying to stay connected at home—you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s build something strong—and sustainable—together.
Bring Dr. Lea to Your Agency for Live Peer Support Training. Here’s What You’ll Get:
✅ Dr. Lea comes to your agency – hands-on, on-site training designed for your team
✅ 12 Core Sessions from Cover My Six: The Playbook
✅ 40 Hours of In-Person Training with the author
✅ Flexible Scheduling to fit your shift calendar
✅ Real-World Firefighter Scenarios & Tools you can use immediately
✅ Printable Checklists, Guides, and Resources for continued learning
✅ Certificate of Completion for your full team
Build stronger crews.
Sharpen your support skills.
Stay ready—together.
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Equip Your People. Strengthen Your Culture.
Dr. Lea trains fire service peer support teams to do the job well—through evidence-based tools, real-world scenarios, and a deep understanding of firehouse culture. Your team will learn how to:
These trainings are 100% developed from the most current scientific research to equip firefighters with the tools and skills to support their crewmates—before, during, and after the call.
Fire service life inevitably comes home. Dr. Lea offers couples-focused training that helps partners navigate the unique challenges of shift work, trauma exposure, and emotional disconnection. These sessions help:
Couples workshops are tailored, interactive, and grounded in evidence-based attachment science applied to couples with one or both partners serving in the fire service.
Chaplains and Critical Incident Teams play a vital frontline role—but they often lack training in mental health strategies. Dr. Lea provides specialized instruction for chaplains and critical incident response teams who serve our fire service agencies. These training workshops cover:
This training bridges the gap between caring for the spiritual component of a firefighter and mental health response—ensuring chaplains serve with both compassion and clarity.