Katie Paddon, Author at Anchored Resilience Therapy

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Resources for first responders

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Texas list of suicide hotlines http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/texas-suicide-hotlines.html Safe Call Now is a CONFIDENTIAL, comprehensive, 24-hour crisis referral service for all public safety employees, all emergency services personnel, and their family members nationwide https://www.safecallnowusa.org/ 206-459-3020 COPLINE SUICIDE HOTLINE https://www.copline.org/ 800-267-5463 COP 2 COP – 1-866-COP-2COP A 24/7 hotline based in New Jersey staffed by retired officers who are […]

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Warning signs and myths

First responders, Mental health / Katie Paddon

Proactive vs. reactive: Patrolling to prevent vs. taking a report after the crime happened Don’t wait until rock bottom to reach out for help. Signs of anxiety: Signs of depression: Warning signs of suicide: When to seek help: Myths: I’m weak if I go to therapy. It’s the opposite. Seeking help is a sign of

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Burnout

First responders, Mental health / Katie Paddon

Burnout is a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion that results from prolonged stress, particularly related to one’s work or responsibilities. It is characterized by detachment, cynicism, and a sense of reduced accomplishment. A decrease in motivation, productivity, and overall well-being often accompanies burnout. It can happen to anyone, but is common in high-stress

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Mental health directories for therapists

Mental health professionals / Katie Paddon

My wellbeing free or 44.99 per month Psychology Today 6 months free with referral, then $30 per month, CONTACT ME FOR A REFERRAL LINK Therapy Den free, paid version available Mental Health Match 60 days free, then $199/year or $25 monthly, referral code CXN26971IPG Thriving Campus directory free Ravel Mental Health profile free trial 6

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EHR options for mental health professionals

Mental health professionals / Katie Paddon

Simple Practice https://www.simplepractice.com/pricing/ Ranges $29-$99 per month, 30 day free trial, free $200 credit with referral code, contact me and I will send you a referral link Theranest https://theranest.com/pricing/ ranges $39-$91 per month, 21 day free trial Therapy Notes https://www.therapynotes.com/pricing/ Ranges $49-$59 per month, 30 day free trial My Best Practice https://practice.mbpractice.com/Account/FreeTrial $39 per month,

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The risks of shift work

First responders, Sleep / Katie Paddon

For most of my adult life, I have worked in shift work, whether it be in retail management, law enforcement, shelter work, or crisis line work. I’ve most likely worked every possible combination for first, second, and third shifts spanning eight, ten, and twelve hours. My career has mostly consisted of working the second shift.

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14 ways to improve your sleep while working night shift

First responders, Sleep / Katie Paddon

Stick to a schedule: As difficult as it is, keep a regular sleep pattern routine. Rotating shifts make this one extra difficult, as well as trying to maintain a “normal” life on your days off. Avoid caffeine 6 hours before bedtime. I know this one is asking a lot. I recall someone telling me to

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