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.

  • "As a law enforcement officer it is almost impossible to find people that you can trust. You can trust this place."

  • "I have learned after 20 years on the job how important it is to have a safe space to unpack things. When I started in this line of work we were taught to suck it up. That is not the answer. None of us want to hold onto those tough calls."

  • "Anytime we have needed guidance on how to handle a situation that has come up, I know that I can reach out to the team at Living Pono for support."

  • "Thank you Living Pono for being the first responders to us."

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.

  • "Thank you for creating a place for us to talk."

  • "Cindy and her team come highly trained knowing what it is like to do our job."

  • "We hired Cindy to come and teach at our station. It was valuable information that really spoke to what we see and how we can process it appropriately."

  • "I didn't realize that you can laugh so much in therapy and discuss hard things! What a concept."

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

Get started with Living Pono.

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