Expert Mental Health Care for Firefighters, Police, EMTs, Physicians, Nurses—and Those Who Love Them

You face what most people can’t imagine. But even the strongest need support.

I specialize in helping first responders and their families manage the unique emotional and psychological challenges that come with a life of service. My trauma-informed care is grounded in experience, empathy, and a deep understanding of your world.

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How I Can Help

Stress & Trauma Support

From critical incidents to chronic exposure to high-stress environments, the toll on your nervous system is real. We help first responders process traumatic experiences, reduce anxiety, and build resilience so you can stay grounded—on and off the job.

Compassion Fatigue & Emotional Regulation

If you're feeling emotionally drained, disconnected, or quick to anger, you're not alone. Compassion fatigue and emotional burnout are common among professionals who give so much. I provide tools and support to help you recover your energy, stay emotionally present, and reconnect with your sense of purpose.

Relationship Strain & Communication Tools

Long shifts, emotional shut-downs, and unpredictable schedules can cause tension at home. We help couples and families navigate these stressors, improve communication, and create deeper emotional connection—even during the most demanding seasons of life.

Support for Spouses & Children

The impact of your work doesn’t stop at the front door. I offer individual therapy for spouses and adolescent children of first responders—helping them understand and manage the emotional ripple effects, reduce anxiety, and build stronger family bonds.

Why Choose Me?

I understand the weight you carry—because I’ve lived it.

I’ve been married to an EMT/firefighter for over 25 years. I know the unpredictable hours, the missed holidays, the constant undercurrent of worry, and the emotional toll that comes with loving someone who runs toward danger. I’ve lived through the long nights, the emotional aftermath of difficult calls, and the quiet strength it takes to hold a family together.

As a therapist, I bring both clinical expertise and personal experience to our work. Whether you're a first responder yourself or someone who loves one, I offer a space where you don’t have to explain the unspoken—the shift work, the burnout, the compartmentalization. You’re not alone. I’m here to help you navigate it.

Your well-being matters—to your family, your community, and yourself. You don’t have to carry the weight alone.

Contact me today to schedule a confidential consultation.

Phone: 415-860-6070 | Email: jillekane@gmail.com