Episode 01 | Navigating Trauma Responses: A Guide to PTSD Mitigation with Tania Glenn, PSYD, LCSW, CCTP TANIA GLENN, PSYD, LCSW, CCTP
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In Episode 01, we dive deep into the realm of trauma response and PTSD mitigation with our esteemed guest, Dr. Tania Glenn, PsyD, LCSW, CCTP. Explore the key points and valuable insights discussed in this episode to gain a deeper understanding of trauma response and effective strategies for mitigating its impact.
Main Topic: Trauma Response and PTSD Mitigation
Understanding Trauma Response: The 4Fs - Explore the innate Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn responses and their manifestation in the lives of First Responders. Differentiation of Trauma Response in First Responders Delve into how trauma responses in first responders differ from the general public, considering their unique challenges and constant exposure to high-stress situations. Mitigating PTSD: Protective Factors and Resilience Learn about protective factors identified in the literature that contribute to resilience and aid in the prevention of longer-term suffering. These factors include continuous support, disclosure, positive emotion, finding meaning, helping others, and fostering the belief in managing feelings.
Prevention of Suffering on Top of Pain - Understand the concept of preventing additional suffering on top of pain, with an insightful analogy illustrating the importance of resilience.
Resources for Mitigating PTSD - Dr. Glenn provides additional resources for mitigating PTSD, emphasizing their practical application in the daily lives of first responders.
Creating a Daily PTSD Mitigation Routine - Explore the significance of establishing a daily routine for mitigating PTSD, uncovering the power of consistency in promoting mental and emotional well-being. Join the Conversation - Share your thoughts in the comments section below. Connect with Mind the Frontline at www.mindthefrontline.org.
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Dr. Tania Glenn is the president of Tania Glenn and Associates, a clinical practice in Central TX that is focused on promoting resilience and providing critical care to first responders and veterans. As a leading national clinician in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Dr. Glenn specializes in creating effective programs designed to mitigate traumatic stress and to assist patients with their return to normalcy as quickly as possible.As a licensed clinician with thirty years of experience, Dr. Glenn deployed to the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995, New York City in 2001, New Orleans for Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Dallas in 2016 for the aftermath of the attack on the Dallas Police Department, and to Uvalde for the school shooter in 2022. Recognized nationally, Dr. Glenn’s clients include a host of Texas and Arizona Police, Fire and EMS Departments, Federal Law Enforcement agencies, commercial aviation, and air medical programs. She is the Clinical Director for several peer support teams with her unique perspective on special operations competencies.Dr. Glenn is a noted author with numerous books dealing with mental health, PTSD, first responders, military, and family. Additionally, she has been involved in several documentaries dealing directly with mental health trauma.