First Responder Mental Health

A Clinician's Guide

Vincent B Van Hasselt editor Michael L Bourke editor Sam J Buser editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Springer International Publishing AG

Published:13th Oct '23

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

First Responder Mental Health cover

This edited volume provides mental health clinicians with knowledge to effectively work with current and former first responders.  It provides strategies on how to best develop and adapt clinical assessment procedures and therapeutic interventions to better meet the unique needs found in these settings.  Chapters synthesize existing literature to introduce the reader to profession-specific factors issues that exist in these contexts and describe the challenges that can present when working with police, firefighters, EMS, emergency communications operators, crime scene investigators, and corrections personnel.

The book covers a range of topics that clinicians and trainees need to understand the relevant issues, develop effective treatment plans, and deliver appropriate psychological services in public safety settings.  First Responder Mental Health: A Clinician’s Guide will be essential reading for mental health professionals working with first responders, as well as those in training.

ISBN: 9783031381485

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

528 pages

2023 ed.