Counseling for First Responders and Survivors of Critical Stress Trauma
YOUR LIFE MATTERS
First Responders
Your unwavering dedication to being there for others, regardless of the cost or risk, is commendable. Yet, it's crucial to recognize that your safety, well-being, and life are just as significant. There is support and backup available for you to unload the challenges you're facing. Prioritizing your mental fitness not only benefits you but also enables you to continue providing steadfast support to those who matter most in your life—your partner, your children, your family, friends, co-workers, and the communities you serve. Take the step to care for your well-being, ensuring you can be the pillar of strength for others.
Critical Stress Survivors
Todd provides counseling for individuals grappling with the aftermath of critical stress traumatic events such as sexual assault, domestic assault, severe car accidents, and traumatic loss or injury. Seeking help soon after a critical stress experience can reduce the most impairing symptoms associated with these traumas. Individuals can experience a more accelerated and lasting recovery, reclaiming their lives from the pervasive impacts of these distressing events. His approach stands out for its efficiency in addressing the unique challenges such traumas pose, providing a pathway to healing and restoration.
Todd Scott, LCSW
With a career spanning over 30 years as a first responder, Todd pursued a graduate degree in social work, driven by his unwavering dedication to the well-being and resilience of fellow first responders. Armed with a distinctive combination of professional expertise and personal insight, he possesses a profound understanding of the challenges inherent in the lives of those who serve as first responders and survivors of acute stress trauma. Todd specializes in innovative trauma-focused care, committing himself to assisting fellow first responders in navigating and overcoming the personal, relational, and emotional toll associated with their demanding profession and traumatic experiences. Leveraging a blend of professional training and personal experience, Todd employs state-of-the-art neuroscience-based therapeutic approaches to facilitate healing and resilience. Adopting a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective, he creates a supportive environment where clients can explore and process their experiences without judgment. Dedicated to the well-being of those who devote their lives to public service and have experienced debilitating trauma, Todd's direct and no-nonsense approach resonates with those seeking healing and restoration after trauma.
EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS
Todd welcomes all first responders, their spouses, partners, or family members, and survivors of critical stress traumas.
My style and approach is uniquely matched to meet the needs of first responders and survivors of critical stress trauma. I am not just another therapist with experience working with first responders and trauma survivors. I am a first responder who has shifted my focus from the front lines to supporting those whom first responders show up for (critical stress events) and those who are or have been on the front lines,
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I've been there. I know the stories. I've witnessed the trauma, and I've lived the experiences. You don't have to worry about my ability to handle what you bring into the room.
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I didn't just learn about the culture; I've lived it.
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You can expect me to be honest and direct. I won't beat around the bush. I don't shy away from the hard stuff. I prefer to face it head-on.
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I know firsthand the feelings of guilt, helplessness, and self-blame when calls go sideways or you feel like you did not do enough.
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As a first responder, I've been there for people's worst moments and am ready to help those who have survived.
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I don't believe talking helps resolve trauma, so I use a modality that is fast and efficient and will get you quick and lasting results.
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I've sat in that chair, and it saved my life. ​
SERVICES
IN PERSON
Todd offers individual in-person sessions at his office in Cheyenne. Typically, counseling sessions are attended once per week with sessions lasting 50 minutes. Depending on your individual goals, sessions can be scheduled more frequently, or longer than 50 minutes.
TELEHEALTH
Todd provides Telehealth sessions for anyone who lives in Wyoming. Telehealth can be an effective option for those who are not able to make it to the office, prefer the convience of video sessions, or live too far from Cheyenne. Telehealth sessions are held over live video using a secure platorm.
ACCELERATED
TRAUMA RECOVERY
Enhanced recovery entails elevating the frequency or duration of counseling sessions beyond the norms of traditional therapy. Intensive therapy aims to expedite progress and alleviate symptoms, enabling individuals to navigate intense and overwhelming trauma responses more swiftly and effectively. Utilizing Brainspotting in intensive sessions, a potent treatment focusing on the brain and body, aids in processing and releasing trauma, reshaping negative self-beliefs, and diminishing reliance on unhealthy coping mechanisms and problematic behaviors. This approach often results in accelerated improvements and a quicker development of coping skills, hastening progress and symptom relief.
In-Network Plans
Session Fees & Payment Options
All services are private pay or can be billed to insurance. Counseling services are often covered in whole or part through your insurance plan. I am an in-network provider for Blue Cross, Tri-Care, and United Behavioral Health/Optum. Depending on the benefits of your insurance plan, your 50-minute in-person or telehealth session may be covered in whole or part by your plan. I am happy to review your insurance benefits and inform you of any out-of-pocket expenses you may have before your first session. Verifying insurance benefits does not guarantee payment from your insurance plan. I highly recommend that you familiarize yourself with the benefits of your plan before starting your sessions. If I am out of network with your plan, I will provide a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance plan for reimbursement. Accelerated Trauma Recovery sessions are not covered by insurance.
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NO SURPRISES ACT
If you are not using insurance to cover the cost of your sessions, you have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, healthcare providers must give patients who don’t have insurance or are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. Click here for more information.
The Power of Brainspotting
Brainspotting is an innovative and targeted therapeutic approach designed to address the unique challenges faced by those in the demanding field of emergency response. Brainspotting offers a profound and efficient way to process and heal from the psychological impact of critical incidents, trauma, and the daily stressors inherent in the life of a first responder. By identifying and releasing stored emotional trauma, Brainspotting allows individuals to access and process emotions at a deep level, fostering resilience and promoting mental well-being without needing to talk about what was experienced. This technique is particularly effective for first responders, as it provides a safe and non-invasive method to address the often complex emotional toll of their work. Discover the power of Brainspotting—a valuable resource for those who selflessly serve our communities, helping them navigate the challenges of their crucial roles while prioritizing their mental and emotional health. Brainspotting can help you find a way forward.