Resources & Videos

🛡️ Law Enforcement Mental Health Resources

Police-Mental Health Collaboration Toolkit

Comprehensive training and response models for departments integrating mental health into policing.

🔗 https://bja.ojp.gov/program/pmhc/training

National Sheriffs’ Association Mental Health Tools

Suicide prevention, peer support, and trauma-informed resources for sheriffs and deputies.

🔗 https://www.sheriffs.org/Mental-Health-Tools-and-Other-Resources

Officer Safety and Wellness Resources (DOJ)

Federal archive of wellness programs, resilience training, and support strategies for officers.

🔗 https://www.justice.gov/archives/asg/officer-safety-and-wellness-resources

Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety

Specialized training for law enforcement and first responders to recognize and respond to mental health challenges.

🔗 https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/population-focused-modules/public-safety/

🎖️ Military Mental Health Resources

Military OneSource

Confidential counseling, crisis support, and transition assistance for service members and their families.

🔗 https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/mental-health-support/

Health.mil Mental Health Hub

TRICARE-covered services, behavioral health integration, and suicide prevention tools for active duty and veterans.

🔗 https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Mental-Health/Resources

Give an Hour

Free, confidential mental health care from licensed professionals for military, veterans, and families.

🔗 https://giveanhour.org/military/

Real Warriors Campaign

Stigma-reduction initiative promoting resilience and help-seeking among service members.

🔗 https://www.realwarriors.net/

Local Resources: Oklahoma

🏛️ Oklahoma-Based Mental Health Resources

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) – Oklahoma Department of Mental Health

Statewide initiative offering 40-hour CIT training for law enforcement, dispatchers, and mental health professionals. Focuses on de-escalation, crisis response, and community collaboration.

🔗 https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas/recovery/criminal-justice/cit.html

First Responder Mental Wellness – Oklahoma Senate Briefing

Outlines strategies for supporting police, fire, and EMS personnel across Oklahoma, including peer support, stigma reduction, and rural outreach.

🔗 https://oksenate.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/First-responder-wellness_handout%20Healthy%20Minds%20%281%29.pdf

Oklahoma Mental Health & Law Enforcement Partnerships – Counseling Institute

Highlights collaborative efforts between state agencies and law enforcement to improve crisis response, expand CIT training, and promote trauma-informed care.

🔗 https://www.counselinginstitute.org/news/oklahoma-mental-health-agencies-partnering-with-law-enforcement-to-better-serve-those-in-crisis

ODMHSAS Behavioral Health Services

Offers outpatient services, crisis intervention, and addiction recovery programs across Oklahoma. Includes links to local providers and emergency contacts.

🔗 https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas/services.html

Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps (OKMRC)

Volunteer opportunities for licensed professionals to support disaster response and mental health outreach across the state.

🔗 https://www.okmrc.org/

Local Resources: FLORIDA

🌴 Florida-Based Mental Health Resources

Florida Law Enforcement Liaison (LEL) Program – Officer Wellness Hub

Dedicated to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of Florida law enforcement officers. Offers practical tools for managing stress, trauma, and burnout.

🔗 https://www.floridalel.info/help/

Florida Sheriffs Association – Mental Health Support Guide

Outlines confidential services including peer support, chaplain programs, hotlines, and online counseling options for officers and their families.

🔗 https://flsheriffs.org/blog/entry/law-enforcement-mental-health-resources/

Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association – Trauma Resources

Partners with trusted organizations like CopLine, Survive First, and After Action to provide crisis response, long-term trauma care, and therapeutic retreats for first responders.

🔗 https://fldeputysheriffs.org/trauma-resources/

Survive First – Florida-Based First Responder Support

Provides treatment assistance, education, and peer support for first responders and their families dealing with mental health challenges.

🔗 https://www.survivefirst.us/

After Action – Trauma-Informed Care for Florida First Responders

Offers confidential, long-term support for sheriffs, deputies, and correctional officers recovering from critical incidents and chronic stress.

🔗 https://www.afteraction.org/

First Responder Project – Florida-Based Retreats & Training

Delivers therapeutic retreats, peer connection, and resilience-building programs tailored to the psychological needs of first responders.

🔗 https://www.firstresponderproject.org/

Videos

“The Weight of the Badge” by George Strait

A heartfelt tribute to the men and women who serve as first responders. Through powerful imagery and personal interviews, the video honors the emotional and physical burdens carried by those who wear the badge—highlighting their courage, sacrifice, and the impact on their families. Released on National First Responders Day, it’s a moving reminder of the strength behind the uniform.

“Hold That Line” by Chris Darlington

A powerful country anthem written by a veteran law enforcement officer for his brothers and sisters in blue. With lyrics drawn from 17 years of service, the song honors the grit, sacrifice, and quiet courage of those who suit up each day—not for glory, but for duty. Released on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the video is both a morale booster and a heartfelt tribute to the thin blue line.

“Invincible” by Floor Jansen

A soaring anthem of resilience, originally written for the Invictus Games. With powerful vocals and emotionally charged lyrics, the video honors those living with PTSD—especially veterans and first responders—while offering a message of hope, healing, and inner strength. Jansen’s personal connection to the topic adds depth to this moving tribute, reminding viewers that even in brokenness, there is beauty and the possibility of becoming whole again.

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