Cognitive Distortions Among First Responders

Objectives and Summary:

Cognitive distortions are a common human experience that can impact a person’s outlook on themselves, others, and the world around them. This webinar is intended to help fire service members, other types of first responders, and members of the community learn more about identifying, managing, and reducing cognitive distortions. Participation in this webinar will help attendees learn more about the basics of cognitive distortions, how they develop, and discover the ways cognitive distortions impact a person’s overall mental health. Hannah Elmore, MSW will highlight various types of distortions and provide attendees with strategies for identifying which cognitive distortions he or she most frequently experiences.

Presented By:

Hannah Elmore, MSW

Clinical Outreach Coordinator
Hannah Elmore is the Clinical Outreach Coordinator for the IAFF Center of Excellence through Advanced Recovery Systems. Hannah works with first responders through connection to behavioral health resources, providing education, and offering support. Hannah educates on behavioral health topics pertaining to the fire service and first responder communities to departments, peer teams, families and clinicians. Hannah is a certified IAFF Peer Supporter.