AfterShift© Support
Reset. Recover. Restore.
For Fire Fighters and First Responders.
A practical pathway to wellness for
work, home and life.
Our Specialized AfterShift© programs
AfterShift© Support
Reset. Recover. Restore.
For Fire Fighters and First Responders.
A practical pathway to wellness for work and home life.
Our Specialized AfterShift© programs
Core Principles
Dispatch-Specific Support
- Reset
- Maintain focus on shift
- Prevent cumulative stress buildup
Stabilize First
- Restore calm and Functioning
- Nervous system regulation tools
Wellness Focused
- Sleep strategies for shift workers
- Balance stress at home and work
- Support for all areas of Life
Ongoing Check-Ins
- Tracking of symptoms between sessions
- Continued wellness support
Program Overview
AfterShift© Support connects Fire Fighters and First Responders with trauma-informed clinicians who specialize in the specific occupational stressors of: occupational stress & burnout, critical incident stress, and trauma, moral injury and, cumulative exposure and secondary traumatic stress. Any of these create a cumulative weight from carrying calls long after the shift ends.
Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we’re here to help you forge a path to wellness—both on the job and AfterShift©
The AfterShift© Support Program
Check-In Start
Start a conversation with one of our therapists to assess impact, and areas of needed support.
Reset
Strategies to help mind and body settle; regain focus for work and home life.
Next Steps
Recommendation for follow up care. This may include additional wellness supports or, assistance with WSIB (if necessary). Program covered under workplace Benefits.
√ Covered by workplace extended health benefits
√ WSIB Circle of Care where applicable: assessment, structured treatment, and return-to-work planning.
Early Detection. Proactive Support. Treatment. Connection to a Trauma Informed Clinician.
A Simple First Step
The job impacts more than the firefighter. Support is available for family members too. Specialized programs for: Partners/Spouses of First Responders, Couples Sessions and Children of First Respnders
Reach out now to learn more about how we can help you develop the tools to reduce your stressors and elevate resilience for the unique challenges you face.
Offices located in Aurora, Toronto, Burlington, and
St. Catharines with Virtual services supporting surrounding areas.
Hummingbird Therapy Clinic
AfterShift© Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-4:30 pm/evening availability
Call or Leave a message: 289-383-0355
Email Us: Hummingbirdfrontoffice@gmail.com
Web Contact: jwalkertrauma.com/contact/