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If you’re a first responder (such as police, EMT, firefighter, etc.), you regularly work in a high-stress environment to perform life-saving work. This puts you at a higher risk of developing mental and emotional issues, including depression and PTSD, necessitating professional therapy.

Therapists are a critical resource for first responders. Whether you are located in downtown El Centro, the suburbs of El Centro, other nearby places such as Indio, Calexico, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Do You Need First Responder Counseling?

First responders often experience traumatic events that can leave a lasting effect on their mental health. Here are some signs that you could use counseling:

  • Recurring memories of a traumatic event, such as a shooting, arrest, fire, or critical incident.
  • Feeling anxious or stressed on a chronic basis.
  • Feeling sad on an ongoing basis without hope.
  • Loss of interest in things that you used to love.
  • Being easily agitated or emotionally reactive.
  • Feeling burned out or apathetic about your job.

If any of the above signs ring true to you, consider getting some help in the form of first responder counseling. For more help to figure out if counseling is right for you, read this article from licensed therapist Dana Carretta-Stein about signs of trauma common to first responders.

Get First Responder Therapy Today!

Mental Health Match can help you find a professional therapist who can help you cope with the demands of your job so you can feel great and continue to do your best work. On our platform, finding a licensed therapist is easier than you may think. Get started today by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Amanda Tekinceer
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Through our work together, we’ll reframe your limiting beliefs into superpowers and channel your doubt into motivation. It’s time to create a fulfilling life of empowerment, forgiveness, self-love, and greater connection to others.

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My approach is collaborative and compassionate. As your therapist, I will honor your journey and walk alongside you through the sadness, mess, and despair to find your spark again.

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  • Domestic Violence
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  • Functional Anxiety
  • Grief
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  • Mood Regulation
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  • Sexual Abuse
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Holly Spotts, Psy.D.
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create something new. Together, we will sift through the mess and give voice to your goals and dreams. Together, we will create a life you love!


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create something new. Together, we will sift through the mess and give voice to your goals and dreams. Together, we will create a life you love!

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You are complex, with deep layers, not a mere list of symptoms or a diagnosis to treat. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning that I blend elements from different theoretical approaches to customize treatment according to your needs.

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Elyce Mandich
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In our sessions, you'll get the opportunity to better understand yourself, your patterns, gain insight, create change, find acceptance, & grow. It's all about empowering you to tell your story on your terms.

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Imagine our therapy sessions as creating a customized playlist where different approaches come together to create the perfect blend for your needs. Alongside traditional talk-therapy, I also incorporate Brainspotting - a powerful body-based approach.

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Identify what is keeping you stuck, process any impacting traumatic events that are holding you back, or work through any major life transitions.


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Identify what is keeping you stuck, process any impacting traumatic events that are holding you back, or work through any major life transitions.

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I work best with clients that are ready for change. I strongly believe in building a therapeutic relationship and take time to build trust and rapport before we jump into any emotionally heavy therapy work.

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  • Anxiety
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Dr. Galina Buckhout
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We will collaborate about your diagnosis and treatment plan. During treatment, your treatment plan can be updated at any time. We will always work collaboratively and in line with your therapeutic goals at your comfort level.


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We will collaborate about your diagnosis and treatment plan. During treatment, your treatment plan can be updated at any time. We will always work collaboratively and in line with your therapeutic goals at your comfort level.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use several types of evidence-based psychotherapies to create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific wants, needs, and symptom presentation. All of the psychotherapies used are evidence-based (meaning they are supported by research).

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