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Equipping Your Department:
Enhancing Safety, Competence, and Responder Well-being

Police, Fire, & EMS Department leaders, training, wellness coordinators, and union reps.
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If you want to better understand psilocybin-assisted therapy and how it may support the mental health of their teams, or training and protocols for responding to a psychedelic emergency, both in the new legal frameworks and underground. We provide clear, evidence-based information & training to help departments navigate this emerging field with confidence, responsibility, and care.

The Evolving Landscape:
Why This Matters to Your Agency

  • What This Means for Your "First Due" Area:

    • New laws - Oregon M109 & Colorado Prop 122

    • Establishment of licensed, regulated centers for psilocybin administration.

    • A new kind of call - Differentiating these licensed centers from underground scenes.

      • These are controlled environments where individuals are seeking treatment for profound mental health challenges.

  • The role of on-site licensed psilocybin facilitators:

    • Licensed professionals & trained staff with protocols - how responders can best collaborate with them during a psychedelic emergency.

  • Duty of care to both the community and your personnel:

    • The mental healthcare landscape is changing

    • Proactive training strategies - Both in responding to emergencies and taking care of our own.

Specialized Training:
Responding Safely & Effectively to Psychedelic Emergencies

A New Era of Emergency Response

As licensed psilocybin service centers become a reality in Oregon and Colorado, your personnel are on the front lines. Standard protocols are not enough for a psychedelic-related crisis. Our targeted training program equips Firefighters, EMTs/Paramedics, and Law Enforcement officers with the specific skills needed to manage these calls with safety, confidence, and professionalism.

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We provide the playbook for navigating these unique emergencies, ensuring the best possible outcomes for your community and your responders.

 

Our Comprehensive Curriculum

- From Theory to Tactical Response -

Our curriculum is built on a foundation of science and tactical application. We move from understanding the "why" behind psilocybin therapy to mastering the "how" of a safe and effective emergency response. A primary focus is always responder safety, with ideal outcomes for patients and their mental health benefits.

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Core Training Modules Include:
  • Psilocybin Fundamentals for First Responders

    • Understand the science, including its mechanism of action, typical effects, and the therapeutic goals that motivate clients to use these services.
       

  • Advanced Scene Safety & Assessment

    • Learn to read, secure, and manage a scene inside a licensed facility. Critically, we train responders to differentiate a psychedelic-induced crisis from other medical or psychiatric emergencies.
       

  • Specialized De-escalation for Altered States

    • Master evidence-based communication and de-escalation techniques tailored for individuals in a psychedelic state. Learn what to say, what not to say, and how your presence can de-escalate or escalate a situation.
       

  • Protocols for Facility Collaboration

    • Develop clear procedures for liaising with on-site staff at Oregon's Service Centers and Colorado's Healing Centers. Learn to work with facilitators to achieve a unified, effective response.
       

  • Legal & Ethical Frameworks

    • Gain a clear understanding of the legal and ethical considerations specific to the new laws in Oregon and Colorado, ensuring your department's actions are compliant and defensible.
       

  • Harm Reduction & Documentation

    • Implement best practices for harm reduction to prevent further psychological trauma and learn essential documentation standards for these unique incidents.
       

 

The Benefits for Your Department

- A Proactive Approach -

 

Departmental readiness with advanced training for long-term success, enhanced community response, and optimal preparedness for the future of mental healthcare.

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  • Enhance Responder Safety & Confidence

    • Equip your team with the knowledge to handle unfamiliar situations, reducing hesitation and risk.

  • Improve Patient & Community Outcomes

    • Employ a trauma-informed approach that de-escalates crises and supports individuals seeking mental wellness in the most beneficial way possible. 

  • Reduce Departmental Liability

    • Proactively adopt compliant, evidence-based protocols for this emerging new class of emergency calls.

  • Strengthen Community & Healthcare Partnerships

    • Demonstrate that your department is adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape with professionalism and compassion.

  • Foster a Culture of Preparedness

    • Build more resilient responders who are prepared for the future of mental health-related calls.

 

Flexible Delivery - Designed for First Responders, by First Responders

We understand the logistical challenges of departmental training. Our program is designed for maximum impact and minimal disruption.

  • Customizable Content:

    • We can tailor the curriculum to focus on the specific needs of law enforcement, fire, or EMS personnel.

  • In-Station Workshops:

    • We bring the training directly to you, delivered in flexible formats that work with your department's schedule.

  • Scenario-Based Learning:

    • We combine essential theory with practical, scenario-based exercises to ensure skills are not just learned, but mastered.

 

Ready to prepare your team?
Contact us today to schedule a presentation or book your training.

Call 

(503) 804-2280

Email 

FRC@PATA-US.ORG

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Fostering a Culture of Support:
Addressing Responder Mental Health

There is a growing recognition of the mental health crisis affecting first responders. The demands of their work—prolonged exposure to trauma, high-stress environments, and often limited access to effective support—have led to increased rates of burnout, depression, PTSD, and suicide among emergency personnel. Addressing this crisis with compassion, responsibility, and innovative approaches is a pressing priority.

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As part of this commitment, the First Responder Coalition (FRC) can offer optional informational sessions designed to educate personnel about emerging legal mental health tools, including the therapeutic use of psilocybin within the legal frameworks of Oregon and Colorado. These sessions are entirely separate from any emergency response training and are intended solely to provide evidence-based information for those who wish to explore these options for their own personal well-being.

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It is important to emphasize that these offerings are strictly educational. FRC does not provide therapy, treatment, or substances, nor does it encourage or discourage use. The goal is to destigmatize the conversation around alternative mental health pathways and to connect interested individuals with legal, vetted, and reputable resources in jurisdictions where such options are available.

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Above all, FRC is committed to upholding the integrity of each department’s policies and chain of command. All efforts are made in alignment with local regulations, professional standards, and the discretion of agency leadership.

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