Veterans and First Responders

Veterans

Emily Groteboer-Distad has extensive experience providing mental health therapy to veterans. This includes a wide variety of issues including: adjusting to civilian life, trauma from time served, anxiety, depression, coping with distress from following orders that may conflict with personal beliefs or values and managing suicidal ideation. Emily used evidenced based treatment modalities including prolonged exposure and cognitive processing therapy. Emily has personal experiences working with the armed forces and living within in the military culture.

Emily approaches this work with an understanding that military experiences can shape the way individuals view themselves, relationships, and the world around them. In therapy, she works collaboratively with clients to process difficult experiences, build coping strategies, and reconnect with personal values and goals. Treatment may focus on reducing symptoms related to trauma, improving emotional regulation, strengthening relationships, and supporting the transition to civilian life. Her goal is to create a respectful and supportive environment where veterans can speak openly about their experiences and move toward greater stability and well-being.

First Responders

Eric Schuck has experience providing therapy services to first responders, including police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency personnel. First responders often face unique stressors related to repeated exposure to high-pressure situations, critical incidents, and the responsibility of protecting others. Eric understands the culture and demands of these professions and works with clients to address concerns such as trauma exposure, anxiety, burnout, sleep difficulties, and the impact of the job on personal relationships. Through a supportive and confidential therapeutic environment, Eric helps first responders develop practical strategies for managing stress, processing difficult experiences, and maintaining overall mental well-being.