

Clark & Jackson County
CISM

Who We Serve
Industries & Professions We Support
First Responders & Emergency Personnel
Firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, police officers, and 911 dispatchers face frequent exposure to trauma, death, and high-stakes emergencies. Research shows that first responders experience PTSD rates 10 times higher than the general population (Berger et al., 2012).
How We Help:
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On-scene crisis support & psychological first aid (PFA)
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Post-incident stress debriefings & peer support programs
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Trauma-informed resilience training & burnout prevention
Healthcare Professionals
Doctors, nurses, and hospital staff often experience moral injury, burnout, and compassion fatigue, particularly in high-intensity settings like emergency rooms and ICU units. Studies indicate that 30-50% of healthcare workers experience symptoms of PTSD (West et al., 2016).
How We Help:
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Crisis intervention following traumatic patient cases
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Staff-wide resilience workshops & stress management training
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Confidential peer support & mental health referrals
Military Personnel & Veterans
Active-duty military members and veterans frequently encounter combat stress, life-threatening situations, and loss. Without early intervention, these experiences can lead to chronic PTSD, depression, and suicidality (Hoge et al., 2006).
How We Help:
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Combat stress debriefings & trauma processing sessions
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Military-specific peer support programs
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Long-term counseling referrals & reintegration assistance
Corporate Workplaces & High-Stress Professions
Employees in finance, law enforcement, journalism, social work, and security sectors may experience workplace violence, employee deaths, or traumatic events. Research suggests that employees exposed to critical incidents are at higher risk of anxiety disorders, substance misuse, and absenteeism (Harvey et al., 2009).
How We Help:
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Crisis debriefings for workplace trauma (e.g., layoffs, violence, employee suicides)
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Workplace resilience & stress management workshops
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Executive coaching & leadership crisis response training
Educational Institutions
Teachers, school administrators, and students face increasing exposure to school violence, suicides, and natural disasters. Without proper support, exposure to such events can lead to academic decline, emotional dysregulation, and PTSD in both students and staff (Brock & Jimerson, 2012).
How We Help:
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Crisis intervention for schools following student or staff trauma
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Training for educators on post-trauma behavioral responses
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Group crisis debriefings & psychological first aid for students
Contact Us
📞 Crisis Support Helpline: (715-743-3400) for immediate assistance. 📧 Email: CISM@co.clark.wi.us
📍 Office Location: 517 Court Street, Room 503, Neillsville, WI 54456
🌐 Website: https://www.clarkcountywi.gov/
We are here for you—because mental health matters in every crisis.