06/15/2026
First responders face unique challenges that require more than traditional mental health approaches. Understanding the culture, trauma exposure, family dynamics, and occupational stressors of law enforcement, fire rescue, EMS, dispatch, corrections, and healthcare professionals is essential to providing effective care.
Join us on August 7, 2026, for an 8 CE Credit Hour training designed to equip mental health professionals with trauma-informed, culturally responsive strategies for serving the first responder community.
🎤 Presenters:
• Vania Simon, LMHC
• Samuel Simon, NCRPS
📍 Hosted by the North Miami Beach Police Department
đź“… August 7, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Whether you’re a clinician, counselor, social worker, psychologist, or peer support professional, this training will deepen your understanding of the first responder profession and strengthen your ability to build trust, improve engagement, and support healing.
📲 Register today: www.mindingthegap.net