our services
First Responder Counseling
For First Responders & First Responder Families
Our first responder counseling sessions are designed to support you in dealing with and recovering from intense experiences leading to PTSD and stress symptoms.
available at all locations and telehealth
you may be experiencing…
Emotional numbing
Avoidance
Distancing yourself from friends and family
Anxiety or depression
Substance abuse
Suicidal thoughts
Chronic pain
Insomnia
how we can help
Short-Term Counseling
Our short-term counseling takes a more solution-oriented approach. During this type of counseling, we’ll focus on identifying immediate solutions and a path forward.
*Also available to families of First Responders.
Long-Term Counseling
Our long-term counseling involves going to sessions over the course of several months or years, giving you time you need to work through complex and ongoing issues.
*Also available to families of First Responders.
Onsite Visits
We are available for onsite debriefing and trainings for your and your team. This has proven to be a valuable resource for first responders and opening them up to the idea of counseling.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR is a therapy technique that treats mental health conditions related to traumatic events. It is aimed to help with symptom reduction and relief.
*Also available to families of First Responders.
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how it works
We know at times you feel isolated and misunderstood.
We provide a space for you to open up and feel safe.
Consultation
Our consultation call is an opportunity for you to share with our team where you are in your life and why you are seeking our support.
We will match you with a counselor or practitioner that best supports your needs.
Guided Growth
Together, we will collaborate on a treatment plan that incorporates effective strategies for growth.
Our 55-minute sessions are for police, EMT/paramedics, fire fighters, dispatch, active service, veterans, retirees, hospital staff, mental health clinicians, and families.
A More Balanced You
With the support of Living Pono and the new skills unearthed during your sessions, you will redefine your sense of self, establish empowering new routines and approach to being, and lay the foundation for a balanced and healthier you.
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benefits of first responder counseling
helps you heal from PTSD that causes nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, depression, and triggers
helps you heal mentally, emotionally, and physically from traumatic injuries
gain clarity and learn how to enjoy life again.
helps you learn to balance between work and family
manages drug and alcohol abuse caused by depression
helps you re-enter your duties after mandatory time away
improves effective and helpful communication with your family and those close to you
EMDR therapy for symptoms reduction and relief
available at
Libertyville, IL
1850 W WINCHESTER RD
Suite 108
Libertyville, IL 60048, USA
T: 224-424-4194
F: 224-424-4102
Libertyville, IL
740 FLORSHEIM DRIVE
Suite 11
Libertyville, IL 60048, USA
T: 224-424-4194
F: 224-424-4102
Gurnee, IL
1800 NATIONS DRIVE
Suite 211
Gurnee, IL 60031
T: 224-424-4194
F: 224-424-4102
Hastings, MN
1303 SOUTH FRONTAGE RD
Office 275
Hastings, MN 55033
T: 224-424-4194
F: 224-424-4102
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Get started with Living Pono.
Would you like Living Pono to come to speak to your team?
Complete the form below to find out more about our on-site debriefing and training services available.