About Us

Our Mission
At Clark & Jackson County CISM, our mission is to provide immediate and evidence-based psychological support to individuals and organizations affected by critical incidents. We are committed to reducing the emotional impact of traumatic events through structured intervention, education, and long-term resilience-building strategies.

 

Our Vision
We envision a world where no one faces the psychological aftermath of trauma alone. Through proactive training, crisis intervention, and ongoing support, we aim to create resilient individuals, stronger communities, and healthier workplaces.

 

Our Approach
Our interventions are rooted in research and guided by the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF) model, developed by Dr. Jeffrey T. Mitchell and Dr. George S. Everly. 

 

Our multi-component CISM model includes:
•    Pre-incident training to strengthen resilience.
•    Critical incident stress debriefings (CISD) for trauma processing.
•    One-on-one and group crisis interventions.
•    Long-term referrals to professional mental health services.

 

Who We Serve
We provide CISM support Clark and Jackson County first responders, healthcare professionals, educators, corporate teams, military personnel, and crisis-affected communities. Our services are designed for those facing high-stress environments where exposure to trauma is common. Please click here for more detailed information on who we serve.

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Meet Our Team
Our team consists of licensed mental health professionals, trained peer supporters, and crisis response specialists with backgrounds in:
•    Emergency and disaster response
•    Military and veteran support services
•    First responder and healthcare crisis intervention
•    Workplace trauma and organizational resilience
Each member is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and trained in trauma-informed care, psychological first aid, and crisis counseling.
•    Jeremiah Blogdonovich
•    Chelsea Coyle
•    Elizabeth Jones
•    Kathryn Kinter 
•    Stephanie Simonson
•    Andrea Anderson 

 

Our Partners & Affiliations
We collaborate with leading organizations to ensure comprehensive, research-backed support:
•    International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF)
•    American Psychological Association (APA) – Trauma Division
•    National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
•    Local and national first responder agencies