First Responder Wellness Podcast with Conrad Weaver17 Sep 2025

99 - Resilience isn’t a Personality Trait - With Dr. Stephanie Conn

Episode Title: 99 - Resilience isn’t a Personality Trait - With Dr. Stephanie Conn

Guest: Dr. Stephanie Conn, PhD, ABPP – Psychologist, Author, Former Officer

Host: Conrad Weaver

Episode Overview: In this episode, Conrad speaks with Dr. Stephanie Conn, a former police officer and dispatcher turned board-certified psychologist. Dr. Conn shares her incredible journey into psychology after two traumatic line-of-duty deaths impacted her department. She now dedicates her work to helping first responders navigate trauma, strengthen resilience, and overcome stigma around mental health.

Topics Discussed:

How trauma impacts the brain—and how it can be healed
Techniques like EMDR and nervous system regulation
Why peer support must be well-trained to be effective
The importance of sleep hygiene and science-based wellness practices
Her books: Strengthening Your Mental Armor and her upcoming peer support manual

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Stephanie Conn’s Website: https://firstresponderpsychology.com

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