I am a former law enforcement investigator with 9 years of experience. I worked in my hometown county serving and protection the people I grew up with and around during that time and I loved every minute of it. However, like as many of us first responders, the tolls of the job began to weigh on my body and my mind. In 2020, I found myself seeking out help for my PTSD from those “career killer calls”. In that search I came in contact with SC4i. I started as a client much like many do. Sitting in the couch scared of what may be said or how it may be perceived. What I found was understanding, support, and encouragement to make it through the struggles I was facing. I was able to make connections through group therapy and realize that I am not alone and not the only one carrying these weights; both in my work and personal life. With these connections I found myself wanting to help others like me; to keep boots on the ground; and remind others they are not alone. That is when I went for my Masters of Science in Military and Emergency Responder Psychology. During that course I was able to transition from a client to a student and into an intern with SC4i. I continue to keep boots on the ground through my part time work with SC4i, while also still working with the courts in my hometown county. My goal is to continue to help others and bring as much awareness and acceptance as possible to those out there protecting and serving.