Tactical Brain Training®

Stress Reduction for First Responders

Tactical Brain Training®: Mindfulness for First Responders is an educational and experiential workshop that introduces first responders to the science and practice of mindfulness. It was developed by Gina Rollo White, founder and director of Mindful Junkie Outreach and author of Tactical Brain Training: A Guide to Trauma and Stress Management for First Responders and the Professionals Who Support Them. Gina has trained only a handful of Tactical Brain Training Advocates who can lead trainings. Jen was selectively chosen.

Tactical Brain Training® for law enforcement, officers, fire fighters, health care, mental health professionals, teachers, victims advocates, corrections, paramedics/EMS/EMT, telecommunicators/dispatch, and veterans.

The four-hour event includes teaching mindfulness skills and the research behind them, mindfulness practice, and group discussion with the goals of stress management, trauma mitigation, and resilience building.

In this workshop, first responders learn:

  • The science of mindfulness: how it works to decrease stress by rewiring the brain.

  • How to identify triggers and de-escalate emotional responses to chaotic and traumatic situations.

  • Real time – on-scene - techniques for focus and concentration during emergent encounters.

  • How to reorganize the mind to respond to stimuli, rather than react based on past experiences and conditioned behaviors.

  • Experiential exercises that increase focus, attention, and self awareness (otherwise known as meditation).

  • How to create an individualized mindfulness practice you can use anywhere, anytime so you can be there for others, and for yourself.

FAQs

  • WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS COURSE?

    The Tactical Brain Training® course was developed specifically for first responders — including police, correctional officers, paramedics, firefighters, dispatchers, medical professionals, emergency managers, and disaster response. This training is also appropriate for civilians and support staff who work in the first responder departments and environments.

  • WHERE WILL THE TRAINING BE HELD?

    Trainings are typically held on site, in your department. Some departments choose to use a training space shared with other local agencies, to use space in a nearby library, faith-based organization, or community center to accommodate more participants.

  • WHAT TYPE OF ROOM IS NEEDED?

    The room should be large enough to hold the number of participants you expect, and each participant should have a chair and a surface to write on available.

  • HOW LONG IS THE COURSE?

    The standard Tactical Brain Training® is four hours, which includes time for breaks. The timing can be adjusted the to fit your department’s availability and needs.

  • WHAT MATERIALS ARE NEEDED?

    We require a projector, screen, chairs, and tables or desks for first responders to write on. We provide workbooks to all first responders who attend the training.

  • WHAT DOES THE TRAINING COST?

    The cost of the training is determined based on the size of the group and the agencies needs. Typically, a training costs between $2,500 - $4,000. (This does not include workbooks, books, travel or accommodations.)

  • HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN ATTEND?

    It’s up to you! There is no minimum or maximum.

  • CAN WE PROVIDE MEALS DURING THE TRAINING?

    Yes! Most hosts decide to cater or provide meals to first responders, as it increases attendance and supports participation.

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