Being involved as a first responder for the past seventeen years has made me intimately aware of the mental health concerns which exist in society, not only with my peers but members of the community in which I serve. These experiences have served to establish a solid foundation for my critical thinking and worldview.
Throughout the years of interacting with people from all walks of life, I have found the key to building those positive relationships is to provide a respectful, non-judgmental environment, which allows individuals a safe space to share.