First Responder & Military

If you are a partner, family member or friend of a current or former first responder, safety personnel, military member or veteran, we understand that the demands of their job can take a toll on you, which is why we offer services to help provide you with support. In particular, if you are a partner or a loved one of a current or former first responder/military member/veteran with PTSD or other occupational stress injury, you play a critical role in supporting them in their journey of recovery, yet also need to learn how to care for yourself and set healthy boundaries. We know that having a loved one, family member or friend with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and/or alcohol/substance issues can lead to stress, confusion, frustration, fear, and worry. You may be confronted with changes in your loved one’s behaviour such as mood swings, emotional detachment or irritability and anger. It can be difficult to understand and cope with these changes.

At HART Centre for Psychology, we provide individual support and resources to partners and/or family members of first responders to help with the following: