Resiliency and Wellness in Public Safety
Instructor: Heather Williams, PsyD
Date: February 19, 2027
Location: Newport Beach, CA 92633 (Orange County)
Duration: 8 hours
Cost: $195.00
Category: Fitness/Wellness, Stress Management, Communication
Course Overview
Designed specifically for public safety professionals, this comprehensive 8-hour training program provides an in-depth exploration of mental, physical, and spiritual wellness. Participants will have the opportunity to disconnect from distractions and develop a deeper understanding of their personal values, conditioning patterns, triggers, stressors, and past traumas. Through increased self-awareness, attendees will gain the tools and knowledge necessary to take charge of their own well-being and move away from counterproductive coping mechanisms toward healthier stress management approaches.
The course employs a hands-on, interactive format featuring practical self-assessments and evidence-based strategies for improving emotional resilience, sleep quality, and interpersonal communication. The ultimate objective is to equip participants with lasting techniques for managing discomfort and building a fulfilling, balanced life.
Topics Covered
- Techniques for activating the parasympathetic nervous system to enhance relaxation, optimize sleep, and bolster immune function
- Understanding people-pleasing behaviors and their connection to professional burnout
- Evidence-based approaches for processing traumatic incidents to prevent cumulative trauma and post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI)
- Examining addiction through a neurochemical perspective, with emphasis on dopamine and the drive for relief
- Effective communication practices for building stronger personal and professional relationships
- The physiological impact of cortisol on overall health
- Nutritional strategies and supplementation for reducing inflammation