Firefighters are some of the few first responders who deal directly with hazardous natural elements to safeguard the health and safety of civilians. They also tend to be the initial First Responders on many scenes and as such come face to face with the horrors of our world alone and without support of other groups.
As such, firefighters have some of the highest PTSD rates among all first responders and occupations, and they face significant rates of other mental health disorders, including:
Firefighters encounter unique challenges in their work, making traditional mental health treatment centers inadequate for their needs. Many treatment programs also fail to address the stigma, both external and internal, that first responders face when seeking support.
At BrainStim our First Responders Recover Program, focussing on treatment via deep TMS and/or Ketamine therapy is specifically tailored to firefighters’ unique mental health needs. Providing the specialized support and treatment you need and deserve, to live a happy life, enjoy your job and continue serving your community.
Call: 604-416-0115
Call: 855-405-8373
Meet the criteria for PTSD.
8% of firefighters report suicidal thoughts due to job related stresses.
29% of firefighters suffer from alcohol abuse and 10% abuse drugs.
Many firefighters don’t seek support due to professional stigmas around mental illness and a lack of specialized care.
**If you are a firefighter in need of immediate assistance for suicidal thoughts, please call or text the Crisis Centre at 988.**
Call: 855-405-8373
Leslie B.
Firefighter/Paramedic
dTMS treatment for PTSD
Brainstim Clinic has a team of exceptionally dedicated professionals who prioritize the well-being of first responders. Dr. Karapareddy, the psychiatrist, is known for his exceptional skills and compassionate nature, ensuring that patients feel heard and supported throughout their journey to mental wellness. Dr. Roghani, the clinical psychologist, extends a warm welcome to first responders, recognizing and addressing their unique needs with empathy and understanding. Kylie Wiebe, the Clinical Coordinator, stands out as a true guardian angel, always ready to help and going above and beyond to support the dedicated first responders who seek help at the clinic. Together, they form an incredible team that provides top-notch care and unwavering support to all.
JJ
Surrey RCMP
TMS treatment from Brainstim will help you avoid lengthy treatments and time off from work. Keeping your mental health safe and getting you back to being the firefighter you know you are.
Be in and out in about an hour including travel time.
From first consult to first treatment can be as little as days, not months.
Most of our patients notice a difference in themselves by the end of the first week.
No additional daily pills that can have adverse side effects.
TMS treatment from Brainstim will help you avoid lengthy treatments and time off from work. Keeping your mental health safe and getting you back to being the firefighter you know you are.
Be in and out in about an hour including travel time.
From first consult to first treatment can be as little as days, not months.
No additional daily pills that can have adverse side effects.
Most of our patients notice a difference in themselves by the end of the first week.
TMS treatment from Brainstim will help you avoid lengthy treatments and time off from work. Keeping your mental health safe and getting you back to being the firefighter you know you are.
Be in and out in about an hour including travel time.
From first consult to first treatment can be as little as days, not months.
Most of our patients notice a difference in themselves by the end of the first week.
No additional daily pills that can have adverse side effects.
Call: 604-416-0115
The Brainsway Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS) represents a significant advancement in treating depression and anxiety, offering deeper and wider brain stimulation compared to traditional rTMS. Its unique H-Coil design enables more intense magnetic pulses to target deeper neural structures effectively.
dTMS, approved by the FDA, uses magnetic fields to activate neural networks in the brain to improve symptoms of mental health and addiction conditions, including:
TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate and re-function your brain. No daily medications or their bothersome long-term side effects.
Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) involves a series of short magnetic pulses directed to the brain to stimulate nerve cells. The magnetic pulses stimulate area neurons and change the functioning of the brain circuits involved.
TMS is an evidence-based treatment that is Health Canada and FDA approved for treatment-resistant depression and other mood disorders.
The majority of our patients see a 50-60% decrease in symptoms and have little to no downtime post-treatment, helping them to continue on with their daily lives.
Sessions are quick and scheduled around your daily life to help ease your anxieties.
we’re Conveniently located in South Surrey to help serve all Fraser Valley firefighters.
we’re Conveniently located in South Surrey to help serve all Fraser Valley firefighters
“My Father was a firefighter, I’m here to help. Please give me a call if you or your loved ones need any assistance.”
Kylie Wiebe
Clinical Co-ordinator
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