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Crises, disaster and emergency situations are an all too frequent part of contemporary life. We are constantly confronted with: NATURAL disasters – such as hurricanes, tornadoes, ice storms and earthquakes; NON-INTENTIONAL industrial, manufacturing and corporate events-such as chemical spills, toxic releases, accidents and air crashes; DELIBERATE acts-such as mass shootings, corporate and industrial sabotage, and other individual acts of violence against people and property; and TERRORISM- acts by individuals or groups designed to de-stabilize government, business or industrial sectors and change the norms of a society. To better prepare for these situations, Bray Associates offers a continuum of services including risk analysis, planning, training, drills/exercises, consulting and outcome evaluation. Our associates are professionally training and grounded in the “real world” crisis experiences. CURRENT TRAINING:
CRISIS PLANNING – We can create, assist in creation or evaluate:
DRILLS AND EXERCISES:Based on policies, procedures and plans, effective drills and exercises are a way to test response prior to an event. In addition to creating reality based exercises, our trainers provide pre-exercise consultation, exercise management and a written critique after the frill or exercise.COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMMING FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT STRESS (CPLES)COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMMING FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT STRESS is a separate training component from Catch A Falling Star facilitated by both Dr. Grady Bray and Cindy Goss. CPLES is designed to be facilitated within a two-day training module however, additional time is always extended to those agencies with varies training needs. Law enforcement is generally acknowledged as the most stressful profession. The consequences of prolonged exposure to such a high stress career can include increased risks for cardiovascular disease, depression, family dysfunction, substance abuse and suicide. Stress issues have consistently been identified as a priority activity for law enforcement agencies in FBI training assessment surveys. Appropriately addressing these stress related issues for any agency begins with the active support of command officers and administrators and extends throughout the organization. The ability of the organization to respond to stress issues is based on three critical components:KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND COMFORTComprehensive Programming for Law Enforcement Stress (CPLES) addresses each of these components and provides practical guidelines for implementing and maintaining a broad based law enforcement stress program. At the conclusion of this training, participants should be able to assist in the establishment, operation and promotion of a stress program for law enforcement agencies. Participants will also be certified as Law Enforcement Stress Managers by the Foundation For Law Enforcement Stress. CPLES is a fast paced lecture and experiential program. Participants are expected to actively engage in the exercises in order to apply the information presented during the lectures and demonstrate the individual and group skills necessary for the development and operation of a stress support program.Topics presented during the CPLES training include:
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Post Critical Incident Stress Seminar - PCISPCIS is a three day program which originated with the FBI in 1985. This multiday program is for officers who have been involved in critical incidents. Quite often an officer is provided support in the initial days or weeks following a critical incident. However, in the weeks and months following the critical incident, an officer may still be experiencing the emotional impact of the incident. The street, the gun, and indeed one’s life may feel different. There has been a lack of follow-up programs for officers involved in critical incidents. This program meets that need, and provides a safe, confidential atmosphere where officers can talk with fellow officers who have “been there.”The first day, the program is introduced and an agreement is made that what is said in the seminar stays in the seminar. Most of the day is spent with participants explaining the incident(s) they were involved in. However, it is certainly okay if someone prefers to just listen and not talk. The second day education on critical incident trauma is presented and participants break into smaller groups for further discussion. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapeutic method for resolving traumatic memories and reducing distressing images, is offered on a voluntary basis. The third day, education on coping is presented as well as further group discussions. A Family oriented Program is also incorporated in this 3-day training to assist officer family members with education and coping strategies as well. Follow-up studies on this seminar have shown that it is very helpful in reducing traumatic reactions, and appreciated by officers. It is important to note that any officer who still has an active case regarding their incident, will be instructed not to disclose details regarding their case but can participate in the educational component of the program. Dr. Solomon is now providing PCIS for Military Personnel returning from deployment for both officer and civilians alike. For more information you may contact Dr. Solomon at: |
Cynthia Goss has over 20 years experience working with law enforcement personnel and their families and helped define the standards of international law enforcement stress programs. Instructed in excess of 10,000 officers over the years, Cynthia is a dynamic, engaging public speaker who utilizes interactive modules in order to drive home the importance of her material. Working directly with law enforcement academies across the United States and Canada, law enforcement is taught effective techniques to deal with a broad-based spectrum of issues, such as stress management and critical stress management, job burnout, fitness, resources referrals and suicide prevention to name a few. 
Dr. Grady Bray is an internationally known disaster psychologist and one of the originators of the critical incident stress support movement. He has responded to numerous national and international disasters and has provided training to federal, state and local governments, emergency responders, schools, businesses and corporations. He continues to help develop CISM Teams across the country as well as internationally. 
Dr. Roger Solomon, formerly police psychologist with the Colorado Springs Police Department and Washington State Patrol, currently is Clinical Director of the South Carolina PCIS and Police Psychologist with South Carolina Department of Public Safety. He is also consultant with the trauma programs of the US Senate and NASA.
