Resources

For San Francisco Firefighters and EMS Personnel

If you are looking for resources to support you on your journey to long-term wellness, you are in the right place. Check out some of our favorite books, documentaries, apps, and more!

Reading List

The Alchemist | Paulo Coelho
A fictional classic about chasing your dreams in a journey of self-discovery.
I Love a Firefighter | Ellen Kirschman
This book was written for families of firefighters but can also help with fire fighter self-awareness.
In the Meantime | Iyanla Vanzant
This book is about relational awareness and becoming who you want to be.
Waking the Tiger | Peter A. Levine, Ann Frederick
Understanding human trauma through research on animals on the wild.
The Body Keeps Score | Bessel Van Der Kolk
Read to learn how trauma rewires your brain and how to combat its effects.
You Are a Badass | Jen Sincero
Learn how to stop self-sabotaging and be your greatest self.
You Are A Badass at Making Money | Jen Sincero
Transform your mindset towards finances.
Staying Sharp | Henry Emmons, David Alter
How to take care of your mental health as you age.
White Fragility | Robin DiAngelo
A book on social awareness, especially as it pertains to race.
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts | Gabor Mate M.D.
This book brings awareness to addiction and its effects.
Emotional Survival For Law Enforcement | Kevin M. Gilmartin
We highly recommend this book for anyone seeking our services.
The Gift of Fear | Gavin de Becker
This book talks about how we can use fear as a tool rather than an enemy.
Blue Mind | Wallace J. Nichols
How being in or around water improves your mental health and cognitive functions.
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind | Joseph Murphy
Learn what role your subconscious plays in your mental health and how to improve it.
Codependent No More | Melody Beattie
Learn how to focus on controlling yourself instead of others.
One Day My Soul Just Opened Up | Iyanala Vanzant
Grow personally and spiritually while reading this book.
No More Mr. Nice Guy | Dr. Robert Glover
Learn how to have healthy boundaries with your people-pleasing tendencies.
Until Today | Iyanala Vanzant
Embark on a journey of self-discovery.
The Big Book | Bill W.
An Alcoholics Anonymous book that is helpful for first responders as well.
No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model | Richard Schwartz, PhD
Internal Family Systems (IFS), an evidence-based model of psychotherapy that challenges the prevailing therapeutic assumption of the unitary mind.
Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully | Kelly Starrett, Juliet Starrett
Simple and proven physical practices designed to improve the way your body feels—less stiffness! fewer aches and pain!—and boost the overall quality of your life, no matter how you spend your time.
On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous: A Novel | Ocean Vuong
This novel is a shattering portrait of a family, a first love, and the redemptive power of storytelling

Online Education

IAFF, Center of Excellence Virtual Training
Mental Health and Addiction Among Fire Fighters and Paramedics: Treating Unique Occupational Needs
Lexipol Webinars
Helpful webinars and resources for first responders
Dovetail Learning
This organization helps strengthen resilience in adults, youth, and children.
SAMHSA National Helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a national organization that provides a faith-based approach to recovery.
SMART Recovery
Find life past addiction with this resource.
Al-Anon
Are you worried about a loved-one’s relationship to drinking? Find help here.
Adult Children of Alcoholics
If you grew up in a dysfunctional household, this could be a great resource for you as an adult.

Therapy and Rehab Centers

IAFF, Center of Excellence | For Firefighters, Paramedics, and 911 Dispatchers
West Coast Post-Trauma Retreat | For First Responders
The Meadows Outpatient Center | Evidenced-Based Treatment Program
Mountain Vista Farm | Alcohol and Drug Treatment Rehab
Boulder Crest | PTSD Healing for Veterans and First Responders