When your job requires you to keep moving, keep responding, and keep it together even in the hardest moments, it takes a toll most people never see.
You deserve a place to lay that weight down for a bit, without having to explain how your world works. Therapy gives you and your family space to slow down, make sense of what’s been happening in your nervous system, and learn tools that still work when life doesn’t allow you to take extended time off to recover.
How it Works
proudly serving first responders throughout the state of washington
I support responders and families through these exact experiences every day.
Partners shouldering extra emotional load, kids feeling the stress second-hand, or a home that feels a little less steady.
A FAMILY THAT WANTS TO SUPPORT YOU — BUT FEELS THE IMPACT TOO
Images, sounds, or flashes that show up long after the shift ends.
CALLS OR MOMENTS THAT STICK WITH YOU
Miscommunication, misunderstandings, or short fuses that weren’t there before.
HOUSEHOLD TENSION
Numbing out after shifts because slowing down feels overwhelming.
WITHDRAWING OR SHUTTING DOWN
Have you been struggling with...
This service will work for you if you are a firefighter, EMT or Paramedic, law enforcement officer, emergency department nurse, dispatcher or communications professional, healthcare or crisis responder, or the partner, spouse, or family member of someone in these roles.
Who This Service is For:
More capacity for hobbies, downtime, and everyday life
Less irritability and reactivity, even under stress
More emotional room to connect with the people at home
Common Shifts Might include
Trauma therapy for first responders and their families isn’t about rehashing every detail. It’s about helping your mind and body process what’s been stuck so you can move through life (and relationships) with more steadiness.
Benefits & Outcomes
You won’t find judgment here, just grounded support for your real, everyday life. If you or a family member feel impacted by your experience as a first responder, I encourage you to reach out.
My style is practical, collaborative, and honest.
I’ve spent more than a decade working alongside first responders, healthcare workers, crisis teams, and emergency departments, and I’ve seen firsthand how demanding and unpredictable this work can be.
That experience shapes how I support not only responders, but also the families who hold just as much of the weight. Partners often carry invisible stress: long nights alone, inconsistent schedules, emotional aftermath, and the strain of wanting to help without knowing how.
Hi, I'm Vickery
First responder life moves fast, and the impact of that pace doesn’t disappear when the shift ends. This therapy process follows a steady, supportive rhythm that helps you understand your nervous system, make sense of what’s been piling up, and work through the hard moments without rushing or forcing anything. It’s designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re on the frontlines yourself or supporting someone who is.
Here's What to Expect
A pace that respects your schedule and responsibilities
Straightforward coping tools that work in real time
Nervous system education
We begin by building safety and clarity around what brought you in. You’ll get simple, practical grounding tools you can use during high-stress moments on the job, at home, or anywhere tension shows up.
A Steady Start
phase 1
Space to connect the dots at a pace that feels manageable
Support for the cumulative stress unique to responder life
A clearer understanding of what’s weighing on you
Next, we explore how chronic stress, shifts in sleep, repeated exposure to crisis, or the emotional load of supporting a responder have been impacting your life. Together, we identify the themes and patterns so things start making more sense, without having to relive every detail.
Finding the Right Threads
phase 2
More capacity for rest, connection, and the parts of life you’ve had to put on hold
Fewer stress responses catching you off guard
Less internal “charge” around difficult experiences
In this phase, we use EMDR or other targeted approaches to gently process what’s been overwhelming or stuck. You’ll begin to feel more space in your day-to-day, fewer spikes in reactivity, and a stronger baseline for handling the demands of work and home.
Reprocessing & Relief
Phase 3
Insurance is accepted, and superbills are available for out-of-network plans.
$200
53-minute session
Starting therapy as a first responder—or supporting one—comes with real-world challenges. My goal is to make the process straightforward and predictable, so you always know what to expect financially and clinically. Therapy is a meaningful investment in your wellbeing, your relationships, and your future.
Investment Overview
YOUR TIME IS NOW
I accept both insurance and private pay for first responder and family sessions. If you plan to use your insurance, I’m happy to help you understand your coverage and what your out-of-pocket costs may be.
Under the No Surprises Act, you’re entitled to a Good Faith Estimate outlining expected costs for your care. You’ll receive this information before we begin, and you can request an updated estimate at any time.
GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE & INSURANCE
Understanding Your Coverage
Therapy is client driven and you choose what we talk about! Many first responders come in because of work-related stress, trauma exposure, or the emotional toll of the job, but life outside the uniform matters just as much. Relationships, family dynamics, identity shifts, burnout, past experiences… it’s all connected.
Yes. Variable schedules are the norm for first responders, and therapy shouldn’t add pressure to your week. You don’t have to commit to the same time every session, you can self-schedule appointments at times that work for you. We’ll build a rhythm that supports consistency without expecting your availability to look the same each week.
No, and I want to be transparent about that. But I’ve spent more than a decade working in hospital emergency settings alongside first responders and medical teams on some of their hardest days. I understand the pace, the pressure, the exposures, and the emotional aftermath that often follows.
My goal isn’t to claim your experience, it’s to honor it, understand it as fully as I can, and offer a space where you don’t have to explain the basics before we can get to what’s actually going on for you.
Yes. I have advanced training in working with military members and regularly work with veterans as well as individuals who are currently active duty. The experiences, stressors, and trauma exposures in military life often overlap with the challenges first responders face, and my approach is well suited for both communities.
If you are active duty, I strongly encourage you to understand how using insurance may require a formal diagnosis to be placed in your medical record. We can talk through what that means, explore your options, and make choices that feel right for your situation. You’re welcome here, and we’ll tailor the work to the unique realities of your role and history.
No. Therapy is confidential, and I do not communicate with your employer unless you request it in writing. Many first responders worry about stigma, job implications, or being seen as “unfit,” and I take your privacy seriously. What you share here stays here, with clear ethical and legal boundaries protecting your information.
There are certain situations in which i am required by law to break confidentiality when there is imminent risk of harm to self or others or other mandatory reporting statutes ie RCW 18.225.105, RCW 70.02.230, RCW 26.44,RCW 26.44
You don’t have to shoulder everything on your own. A free 15-minute consultation is a low-pressure way to ask questions, get clarity, and see whether working together feels supportive for what you’re navigating — whether you’re a first responder or someone who loves one.