May 22, 2024

Shrinks Unwrapped—The Inside Scoop on Responder Therapy | S4 E21

Responder Resilience plunges you straight into the heart of the therapist's office, where unspoken tales of adrenaline and pain swirl like a storm. Dr. Stacy Raymond and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW-EMT, seasoned veterans on a mission to improve mental wellness, pull back the curtain on therapy, offering an exclusive glimpse into the clinician’s world where rescuers come to be healed. They tackle the tough questions head-on and demystify therapy, armed with facts and fueled by their years of experience. The road to resilience starts here!

Today, we’re not just breaking down doors; we're breaking the stigmas. The sirens fade, all units are returning to quarters, and the streets are safe again - but what happens to those who just calmed the chaos? This episode cuts through the silence that often shadows frontline personnel, diving directly into the unspoken truths of first responder mental health.

Imagine stepping into a therapist’s office, where unspoken tales of adrenaline and pain swirl like a storm. That’s where we're taking you. Dr. Stacy Raymond and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW-EMT, seasoned veterans on a mission to improve mental wellness, pull back the curtain on therapy, offering an exclusive glimpse into the clinician’s world where rescuers come to be healed.

They tackle the tough questions head-on. Does therapy signify weakness? How does one handle the financial maze of insurance? What about the choice between virtual or face-to-face counseling sessions? And then, there’s EMDR—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing—a beacon of hope for many, yet a mystery to some. Our hosts demystify these processes, armed with facts and fueled by their years of experience.

This isn’t just another episode; it’s a call to arms—a call to heal. Whether you're taking the leap toward therapy or simply seeking to understand, join us. Witness the transformation, engage in the dialogue, and perhaps, inspire a change. Let’s embark on this vital journey with Stacy and Bonnie. The road to resilience starts here!


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Stacy Raymond

Clinical Psychologist / EMDR Trauma Specialist

Dr. Stacy Raymond is a Clinical Psychologist, and is an approved EMDR and trauma specialist. Half of her practice is dedicated to First Responders and Military Veterans. Stacy created Responder Wellness Inc - a non-profit charity for EMS, Police & Fire. Stacy co-leads a weekly Peer Support Meeting for first responders Along with Bonnie Rumilly.

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Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT

Bonnie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of Adults, Adolescents, Children and First Responders. Bonnie worked in Newtown treating Trauma directly after the Sandy Hook School Shootings and is an EMDR therapist. A Board Member of the Fairfield County Trauma Response Team, Inc., which treats First Responders for PTSD and Trauma, Bonnie is also a 21 year Emergency Medical Technician.