Unbroken at the Meadows

Unbroken at the Meadows

July 6, 2026 · 59 min · Episode 28

About this episode

This episode discusses the Unbroken program at the Meadows, focusing on mental health support for first responders and military personnel.

Mental health for first responders and military personnel is crucial in today's challenging landscape. This episode dives deep into the Unbroken program at the Meadows, a lifeline dedicated to helping those who serve our communities. Join John and Sam as they welcome Andrea Keith and Caitlin Pena, expert therapists specializing in trauma and mental health support. They share their experiences with the unique challenges faced by first responders amidst overwhelming stress and societal pressures. As the conversation unfolds, Andrea and Caitlin illuminate the intense emotional toll on first responders, particularly in high-stress environments like New York City and Fort Worth. From the relentless shifts to public scrutiny, these men and women face emotional crises that often go unseen. Their insights underscore the necessity of specialized therapy tailored to understand the unique cultural and psychological frameworks that define the first responder community. The Unbroken program offers a transformative approach, addressing trauma through innovative techniques like EMDR and ART. Andrea and Caitlin explain how their focus on trauma can release stored emotions and create a pathway…

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