First responders are more likely to die by suicide than any other line-of-duty death. Almost 50% are struggling with addiction/dependency, and approx. 20-30% develop adverse behavioral health conditions.
Comprehensive PTSD, Addiction & Suicide-Prevention Resilience Training
First Responders Trained
Stated that the GGG training gave them tools for their mental health that they previously did not have, or that they were not previously aware of.
Stated that after experiencing the GGG training they feel more equipped to recognize a potential future mental health struggle ahead of time, and process the challenge (using these tools) before it becomes an emergency.
Stated that after experiencing the GGG training they feel better equipped to have open dialogue with their co-workers and family members regarding emotional challenges and mental health struggles.
Statistics from surveys of real first responders’ self-reported experiences following GGG training. Results intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute a guarantee of future outcomes.
In our pilot program, 156 members of the Surprise Fire-Medical Dept. (AZ) completed the training.
Uncovered and/or shared for the first time a mental health struggle or crisis they were experiencing, and reached out for help/support (including 2 members who had contemplated suicide). ALL 31 members were resourced and helped ranging from peer support to EAP/Therapy.






















Joe Spector is a former LEO, retired firefighter, survivor of a near-miss with suicide, and a nationally recognized subject matter expert in public safety resilience. He’s the founder and CEO of Grit, Growth & Gratitude Training, and serves as the Director of Public Safety Partnerships for Kadelyx Ketamine Therapy. GGG is comprehensive, evidence-based resilience training created in partnership with trained mental health professionals.
To learn more about how we can work together to implement this training in your organization, fill out our contact form or feel free to email Joe: joe@ggg.training.
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