A Safe, Supportive Place to Heal

Residential Treatment for First Responders

First Responder Wellness is one of the only time-tested and trusted programs with a proven track record of treating first responders nationwide.

Our Residential Program provides a safe, structured environment where police officers, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, and other public safety professionals can learn tools to overcome maladaptive coping mechanisms caused by the strain of the job, and return to work better than ever.

At our campus in Orange County, CA, you’ll live, learn, and heal alongside peers who understand the culture, the experiences, and the “silent burden” that comes with the job. You won’t have to explain what you’ve seen, why you feel the way you do, or why it’s been hard to ask for help—you’ll be among your own.

“I had a seamless experience referring a member to First Responder Wellness. The staff was incredibly supportive and fantastic to work with throughout the entire process. It’s the only treatment facility I would confidently recommend to our members.”

Marco Monteblanco
Executive Director Washington State FOP

Why Choose Residential Treatment?

Some stress injuries and behavioral health challenges are too acute to manage while working full time or trying to balance life at home. Residential treatment offers:

24/7 support in a safe environment
Intensive, focused therapies and counseling
Distance from workplace stressors and unhealthy coping mechanisms
Time and space to restore balance and build resilience
Residential homes are welcoming, comfortable, and located in quiet neighborhoods

What Treatment Looks Like

First Responder Wellness offers a confidential, solutions-focused, and culturally competent approach to trauma treatment. No substance use is required to enter our program. Here’s what that looks like:

Individual & Group Therapy

Every client works with a culturally competent clinician to address trauma, stress injury, substance misuse, and co-occurring conditions. Group sessions bring peers together to share experiences, practice tools, and connect.

Experiential Therapies

The First Responder Wellness program includes equine therapy, yoga, meditation, mindfulness training, and breathwork. These experiential approaches help responders reconnect body and mind, release stored stress, and discover new coping strategies.

Gym & Physical Wellness

Physical readiness is part of the job—and part of recovery. FRW clients have access to a fully equipped gym and fitness programming, including group workouts, personal training, and wellness coaching. Exercise is integrated into treatment as a proven way to manage stress, improve mood, and restore confidence.

Family Programming

Trauma affects more than the individual. It ripples into marriages, children, and home life. Our family program gives spouses and loved ones a chance to understand what their responder is experiencing, learn communication and support strategies, and begin their own healing process. In our 3-day in-person family program, we work to rebuild trust and connection at home.

“We’ve had excellent results with [First Responder Wellness]. I won’t hesitate for one second to use your facility over and over again”

Sgt. John Blumenthal
Oklahoma City Police Department

Validated Outcomes

We hold the title of a vetted and approved treatment program by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), and California State Firefighter's Association (CSFA).

Most insurance plans and workers’ comp are accepted. In network with: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Behavioral Healthcare Options, Inc. / Sierra Health, Blue Shield of California, Community Care - Oklahoma, CIGNA, Health Partners, Humana, Kaiser, Southern CA, Magellan, Health Net, Multiplan, Prime Health, The Holman Group, United Healthcare, and USAMCO.

94% return to work rate. On average, 70% reduction in post-traumatic stress (PCL-5) scores from admission to discharge.

PORAC-approved treatment program.

We work with partners at more than 1,000 agencies across the country.

We have provided treatment to over 2,000 public safety professionals since 2018.

Our culturally competent staff work exclusively with first responders.

Program curriculum is developed specially for public safety.

“They stabilized him, supported him, and gave him purpose… He says First Responder Wellness saved his life.”

Chief Michael Cash
Guadalupe Department of Public Safety