Not Just Responding: A Wellness Guidebook for those in the First Responder Fields

by Susie Reynolds Reece, Cindy Hamilton (Editor)

This is a self-guided workbook for those in first responder fields wanting to work on their wellbeing and crisis planning skills. Although this workbook is intended for use in conjunction with the Not Just Responding training program, it can act as a stand-alone workbook for any first responder hoping to improve their wellbeing. This workbook is intended as a self-help tool to increase personal wellbeing. It does not represent medical, legal, or policy advice. It is not meant to supersede any organizational, or mandatory reporting practices. This is not intended for use as a risk assessment tool.

98 pages, Paperback

Published June 19, 2019

About the author

Reece, also known as the Southern Fried Asian (because of her experience growing up as a Korean-American in Arkansas), is no stranger to the desperate need for suicide prevention, having suffered multiple significant traumas in her early childhood and later fighting major depression throughout her formative and adult years.

She is a powerfully engaging story teller who conveys passion by drawing from both her tragic and rewarding experiences. Reece deftly blends humor, education, and enthralling stories in a unique and memorable manner to compel any audience. She uses real life lessons to empower audiences to overcome obstacles.

She is a staunch mental health activist who is not afraid to tackle a difficult issue head on. She holds roles that allow her to champion grassroots efforts geared toward improving communication, connection, and outcomes.

Reece is a leader in the spaces of suicide, mental health, substance use disorders, violence, and communication. She is dedicated to bringing you or your group current evidence-based information and best practices that are practical and effective.