About this episode

The episode features a discussion with John Hosea on supporting first responders and veterans through trauma and crisis.

Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with John Hosea, Law Enforcement Chaplain, Hostage and Crisis Negotiator, and Mental Health Counselor on A Badge of Honor TV. With years of experience supporting first responders, veterans, and individuals navigating trauma, crisis, and high-stress environments, John specializes in bringing calm, clarity, and compassionate guidance when it matters most. His approach blends crisis negotiation techniques, evidence-based counseling practices, and faith-informed chaplaincy, allowing him to meet people where they are—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Whether he is standing beside an officer after a critical incident, coaching a couple through the strain of service-related trauma, or negotiating in high-risk situations, his mission remains the same: restore hope, stabilize crises, and empower resilience. Find out more here   https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaplain-john-hosea-ms-lpca-st-emdr-first-responder-therapy-316aa05b/ A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation, working with mental health liasons and critical incident management teams for Post Traumatic Stress Injury…

People in this episode

Hosts: John Salerno, Samantha Horwitz

Guest: John Hosea

Topics covered

• mental health
• first responders
• crisis negotiation
• trauma recovery
• resilience training

Sponsors

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: A Badge of Honor, Carry The Load

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