Responder Resilience

Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.), Dr. Stacy Raymond, Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT
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Step into the world of real-life rescuers with RESPONDER RESILIENCE, an insightful podcast that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of firefighters, EMTs, police, 911 professionals and clinicians. Hear firsthand accounts from our community's finest as they discuss critical issues on the job and share their experiences with hosts Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.), Bonnie Rumilly LCSW/EMT and Dr. Stacy Raymond. You’ll hear powerful discussions on leadership and wellness brought to life by top experts and those behind the badge. 

  1. 2D AGO

    S6 E14 The Leadership Shift Law Enforcement Can’t Ignore with Guest Rosanne Richeal

    Law enforcement leadership is evolving, yet many organizations still operate under outdated assumptions about strength, resilience, and performance. In this episode, David Dachinger and guest co-host Dr. Tracy Hejmanowski sit down with retired Chief Deputy Rosanne Richeal, Trauma-informed Executive Coach, and founder of The Richeal Group, to understand the conditions impacting leadership, performance, and culture in public safety. Drawing on nearly four decades in law enforcement and emergency medical services, along with clinical training in counseling psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy, Rosanne challenges the belief that toughness alone sustains performance and explains how unaddressed stress, cumulative trauma, and leadership behaviors shape decision-making, communication, and long-term effectiveness. The conversation moves beyond theory into real-world application, outlining what trauma-informed leadership looks like inside an agency: • Why psychological safety strengthens accountability and trust • How self-regulation directly impacts leadership effectiveness • What it means to lead with clarity and dignity under pressure • How culture is built through daily interactions, not written policy Rosanne also offers a practical starting point. PAUSE. Create space before reacting, ask more questions before responding, and lead with intention instead of urgency. She also previews her upcoming books, Trauma-Informed Leadership: The Future of Wellness in Law Enforcement and Unapologetic Pause, both releasing soon on Amazon.  If you work with first responders or you are one, this episode is not optional. Watch live Wed 4/8 at 7 pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience **Resources for Responder Wellness:** • Book: Helping the Helpers https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q • Free App: CRACKYL http://crackyl.respondertv.com • Fitness: FightCamp (code RR10 for 10% off) https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/ Contact Rosanne Richeal: Website: http://www.richealgroup.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rosannericheal/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosannericheal/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanne-richeal-437268215 Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/

    1 hr

  2. APR 1

    S6 E13 Deep Brain Reorienting: The Next Frontier with Guest Dr. Joanna Rosen

    Your nervous system doesn't know the call is over. That's the reality for first responders — and the problem most conventional therapy wasn't built to solve. Dr. Joanna Rosen, psychologist and founder of Between Two Ears Trauma Consultancy, goes deeper than the story, deeper than the memory — all the way down to where trauma actually lives. In this installment of our Clinician's Guide Masterclass series, Dr. Rosen breaks down Deep Brain Reorienting — DBR — a cutting-edge modality that's changing what's possible in trauma treatment, and explains why there's a critical difference between being trauma-informed and being trauma-competent. For clinicians who want to go further. For first responders who want to understand why they can't just leave it at the door.  Discover why DBR is transforming trauma treatment — watch live Wed 4/1 at 7 pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience **Resources for Responder Wellness:** • Book: Helping the Helpers https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q • Free App: CRACKYL http://crackyl.respondertv.com • Fitness: FightCamp (code RR10 for 10% off) https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Dr. Joanna Rosen: Website: http://moveforwardbetter.com/ Website: http://between2ears.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-joanna-rosen-psyd/ Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/

    47 min

  3. MAR 25

    S6 E12 Dump The Bucket: Healing Trauma In Police With EMDR with Guest Dr. Stacy Raymond

    Cops don't break on the job. They break slowly, quietly, in the space between calls — carrying everything they've ever seen, heard, and survived until the bucket finally overflows. Dr. Stacy Raymond knows what's in that bucket. She's sat across from officers who've held it together for decades — on the street, in the squad room, at home — until they couldn't anymore. Her book, Dump the Bucket: Healing Trauma in Police with EMDR, doesn't deal in platitudes. It deals in truth: that the trauma destroying officers didn't always start on the job. And that EMDR might be the most powerful tool in law enforcement wellness that nobody's talking about. This is a conversation about what it actually takes to heal — not manage, not cope, not white-knuckle through another shift. Heal. If you wear a badge, treat the ones who do, or love someone who brings the job home every night — this one's for you. Now available! Helping the Helpers: A Guide to Supporting First Responder Mental Wellness, our new book that equips you to support the mental wellness of those who serve and protect our communities. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q Thanks to our resource partner, CRACKYL. Download the FREE CRACKYL App: http://crackyl.respondertv.com FightCamp: build strength, boost confidence, and decrease stress through interactive boxing workouts, streamed to your device on demand. Use code RR10 for a 10% discount on FightCamp packages and accessories. Go to https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Dr. Stacy Ramond: Website: https://www.drstacyraymond.com/ Dump the Bucket Book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0ewEHfTE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stacy-raymond-ba2142359/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacyshrink1414/ Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/

    54 min

  4. MAR 18

    S6 E11 Turning Pain Into Promotion with Guest Jim Van Wattum

    Jimmy Van Wattum knows what it’s like to carry the weight of the job long after the shift ends. In this episode, we get inside Jimmy’s story—the pain he couldn’t shake, the breaking point that sent him searching for help, and how he turned raw trauma into a hard-fought promotion. Jimmy doesn’t pull punches. He talks straight about the moment he realized therapy wasn’t a last resort, but a lifeline, and how EMDR became the tool that helped him process what the job throws at you. This is post-traumatic growth in real time: scars that turn into stripes, pain that becomes fuel, and the courage it takes to walk back through the fire for yourself and your crew. For every first responder who thinks they have to tough it out alone, Jimmy’s story is proof—there’s strength in seeking help, and the hardest calls can lead to your biggest breakthroughs. Now available! Helping the Helpers: A Guide to Supporting First Responder Mental Wellness, our new book that equips you to support the mental wellness of those who serve and protect our communities. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q Thanks to our resource partner, CRACKYL. Download the FREE CRACKYL App: http://crackyl.respondertv.com FightCamp: build strength, boost confidence, and decrease stress through interactive boxing workouts, streamed to your device on demand. Use code RR10 for a 10% discount on FightCamp packages and accessories. Go to https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Jim Van Wattum: ​​Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/resilienttactix/ Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/

    44 min

  5. MAR 11

    S6 E10 Sirens, Scars, And The Road To Recovery with Guest Carmine Fiore

    There’s no playbook for what happens after the sirens fade. In this episode, retired FDNY EMT Carmine Fiore lays it all bare—addiction, painkillers, the battle to hold it together at home, and the brutal truth of what first responders carry long after the shift ends. No sugarcoating, no clichés—just raw honesty, grit, and the kind of redemption story that cuts through the noise. This is what it means to fight for your own life after spending years saving everyone else’s. Carmine takes us inside the struggle to find meaning and connection in a world where vulnerability is seen as a risk and silence is the norm. Through hard-won lessons and unflinching self-examination, Carmine shows what real recovery looks like—and why the toughest battles are fought where nobody sees. Now available! Helping the Helpers: A Guide to Supporting First Responder Mental Wellness, our new book that equips you to support the mental wellness of those who serve and protect our communities. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q Thanks to our resource partner, CRACKYL. Download the FREE CRACKYL App: http://crackyl.respondertv.com FightCamp: build strength, boost confidence, and decrease stress through interactive boxing workouts, streamed to your device on demand. Use code RR10 for a 10% discount on FightCamp packages and accessories. Go to https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Carmine Fiore: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17zR3XP33q/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmine12285 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmine-fiore-241a701a8 Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/

    38 min

  6. MAR 5

    S6 E9 Healing The Human Behind The Shield with Guest Lynette Shaw

    In this episode, Lynette Shaw Butler—retired LEO with a psychology degree, advocate, and educator—pulls back the curtain on the unseen toll of growing up in the shadow of childhood trauma and responding on some of America’s toughest streets. On the job, the trauma she’d buried for so long erupted, and suddenly survival meant facing herself as much as any threat outside. Lynette’s story is one of grit, vulnerability, and the fierce drive to transform pain into power. In this raw, unflinching episode, she lays bare what it takes to go from broken to unbreakable. The courage to ask for help. The lonely road of therapy, and the difference a culturally competent therapist can make for those who wear the badge. She’s battled through the silence, the stigma, and the scars—emerging not just as a survivor, but as a relentless advocate for others. Now available! Helping the Helpers: A Guide to Supporting First Responder Mental Wellness, our new book that equips you to support the mental wellness of those who serve and protect our communities. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q Thanks to our resource partner, CRACKYL. Download the FREE CRACKYL App: http://crackyl.respondertv.com FightCamp: build strength, boost confidence, and decrease stress through interactive boxing workouts, streamed to your device on demand. Use code RR10 for a 10% discount on FightCamp packages and accessories. Go to https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Lynette Shaw: ​​Website: LynnShawGroup.com Instagram: @LynnShawGroup Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynette.butler.9028 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynette-shaw-butler-98345538/ Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/responderTV/

    46 min

  7. FEB 26

    S6 E8 Grit And Growth: How To Thrive In Law Enforcement with Guest Eric Tung

    In this episode, we sit down with Commander Eric Tung, the visionary behind Blue Grit, who’s on a mission to elevate the lives and careers of Law Enforcement Officers. Get ready to delve into the art of resilience—how can we not only strengthen ourselves but also inspire those around us?  We’ll explore the nuances of communication across generational lines, drawing on Eric's two decades of experience in the field. With a sharp focus on vulnerability and self-awareness, he unpacks the concept of “true accountability” in policing, pushing the boundaries of what it means to lead with integrity. For the newer officers finding their footing, Eric shares invaluable insights on confidence and respect—elements crucial for success in this challenging landscape. Together, we’ll tackle pressing questions around work-life balance: Is it attainable? What does it mean for longevity in a demanding profession?  Join us as Eric shares his wisdom forged through the intense highs and lows of law enforcement, helping to cultivate a proactive mindset, adaptable routines, and a thriving organizational culture. Don’t miss this chance to gain perspective from a true leader in the field! Now available! Helping the Helpers: A Guide to Supporting First Responder Mental Wellness, our new book that equips you to support the mental wellness of those who serve and protect our communities. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q Thanks to our resource partner, CRACKYL. Download the FREE CRACKYL App: http://crackyl.respondertv.com FightCamp: build strength, boost confidence, and decrease stress through interactive boxing workouts, streamed to your device on demand. Use code RR10 for a 10% discount on FightCamp packages and accessories. Go to https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Eric Tung: Website: http://bluegritwellness.com/ Instagram: @bluegritwellness Email: bluegritwellness@gmail.com   Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/responderTV/

    43 min

  8. FEB 19

    S6 E7 Unlocking The Data On Behavioral Health Risks with Guest Christopher Velasquez

    Imagine a system that tracks not just the nature of the calls we do, but the hidden costs of cumulative trauma, organizational stressors, and behavioral health risk. This is a high-stakes conversation about resilience in a field where the emotional toll can be as devastating as the physical one. This episode plunges into the raw, unfiltered world of firefighters and their mental health, inspired by Christopher Velasquez’s groundbreaking work, “Firefighter Mental Health Exposure Program.”  We dissect a grim reality: While first responders log near misses and toxic exposures, their psychological scars go unchecked. Velasquez, a veteran firefighter and paramedic, is on a mission—a fiery crusade to revolutionize how we measure mental fitness.  Join us as we tackle these tough questions: How do we convince chiefs and stakeholders to embrace a new paradigm? What features must these tracking systems have to resonate with the firehouse culture? Velasquez lays bare the need for action, boldly proclaiming that mental wellness must become as routine as a fitness test. This episode doesn’t just illuminate an urgent issue; it challenges every firefighter to confront the unseen battle they face. Buckle up for a gritty revelation that might just change the game for the bravest among us. Now available! Helping the Helpers: A Guide to Supporting First Responder Mental Wellness, our new book that equips you to support the mental wellness of those who serve and protect our communities. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q Thanks to our resource partner, CRACKYL. Download the FREE CRACKYL App: http://crackyl.respondertv.com FightCamp: build strength, boost confidence, and decrease stress through interactive boxing workouts, streamed to your device on demand. Use code RR10 for a 10% discount on FightCamp packages and accessories. Go to https://joinfightcamp.com/shop/  Contact Christopher Verlasquez: Website: http://www.mobilehealthconcepts.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/safiremedic LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/christopher-velasquez-43aaa8a5 Contact Responder Resilience: Phone: +1 844-344-6655 Email: info@respondertv.com Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ResponderResilience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/responder-resilience-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/responder.tv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/responderTV/

    39 min
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Step into the world of real-life rescuers with RESPONDER RESILIENCE, an insightful podcast that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of firefighters, EMTs, police, 911 professionals and clinicians. Hear firsthand accounts from our community's finest as they discuss critical issues on the job and share their experiences with hosts Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.), Bonnie Rumilly LCSW/EMT and Dr. Stacy Raymond. You’ll hear powerful discussions on leadership and wellness brought to life by top experts and those behind the badge. 

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  • Creator
    Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.), Dr. Stacy Raymond, Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    223
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Mind Health Media, LLC
  • Show Website
    Responder Resilience

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