Blue Wives Tribe
22 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -A podcast dedicated to police wife/police girlfriend mental health and wellness issues hosted by fellow police wife and California based psychologist, Nicole Vienna.
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Armor of God for Police WIves
October 25, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBAbout JJ: JJ is a corporate-career-woman turned homeschool mom, writer, girls Bible teacher, and LEOW ministry leader. She’s passionate about caring for the hearts of law enforcement wives. As a LE wife for over 20 years, JJ understands these brides are often forgotten in our culture today. To provide a safe and trusted environment for law enforcement wives, JJ co-founded a local ministry called Blue Line Brides - a place for police wives to connect, feel known, receive encouragement in the...
Overeating & Overdrinking: Changing Your Relationship with Food & Alcohol
October 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBAbout Ashley: Ashley is a certified life coach and weight loss coach. Her husband is a k9 handler and they have been together for 12 years.They have a 6 year old son who keeps them very busy. Ashley is passionate about helping her clients experience less stress and anxiety in their daily lives by changing their thought patterns. She uses thought adaptation techniques to help clients rewire their brains and create new thoughts, beliefs and habits. Contact Ashley: https://www.thinblueli...
Strong Police Wife Society
August 25, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBFind Lauren and The Strong Police Wife Society on IG here @strongpolicewifesociety Join The Strong Police Wife Society by clicking here
Heels and Holsters
August 24, 2021 15:50 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBFind Kristen's merch and free preview of her book, Be a Happy Police wife in Motherhood here Be a Happy Police Wife in Motherhood Audio Book here
First Responders First Treatment Program with Eric and Elizabeth Rivas
July 18, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBhttps://www.firstrespondersfirst.com/ Contact Eric (Admissions Director): (888) 252-5767 [email protected] Intensive Outpatient Program Video Residential Treatment Program aka The Ranch Video
Four Ways to Maintain your Mental Health as a LEOW
June 22, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBResources Safe Call Now (Referral Source for First Responder Families) Psychology Today (Therapist Search) Therapy Tribe 1-800-273-8255 (National Suicide Hotline) Call your department’s EAP (Employer Assistance Program) Contact Nicole Email: [email protected]
A Review: The Perceived Impact of Police Work on Marital Relationships
June 14, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, I overview a research article about how police work creates unique stressors in marital relationships. Karaffa et al. 2015 conducted a research study wherein they administered a needs assessment (a questionnaire asking LEOs and their spouses about the kinds of difficulties they faced in their marriage) to 82 officers and 89 officer spouses. The average age of the officer completing the survey was 39. The average number of years the LEOs and their spouses were married was 1-...
Season 2: Moving Forward from 2020
June 06, 2021 15:41 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode, Nicole reviews some quick tips on moving forward from the Floyd issue. She goes over some personal steps her and her husband have taken to maintain balance and wellness.
LEOW Alisha and Code 3 Counseling
February 02, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBIn this episode, Nicole interviews Alisha, fellow LEOW and licensed marriage and family therapist. She is also a certified First Responder Therapist. She grew up the daughter of a police officer in the Central Valley. After her husband and her were married, he went to the academy and is now a LEO in the Monterey Bay. However, this WAS NOT part of their plan. Listen to the episode to learn how her LEO decided on his career. Alisha and her LEO have two young kiddos, have been married for almos...
Coping with a Critical Incident - The Journey of LEOW Emma
December 15, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBAbout Emma: Emma grew up in the suburbia of New Jersey. From a young age she had a love for all things blue because her grandfather had been a State Trooper. When she was old enough she attended the New Jersey State Police week-long academy experience. Throughout high school she worked at a farmer’s market and alongside her friend and mentor, Barbara, rapidly developing a love for all things agriculture. After graduating high school, she moved down south to pursue farming in a hands-on int...
Depression with Dr. Vicky
November 30, 2020 17:33 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBPlaces to find a therapist: https://www.life-giver.org/find-a-counselor/ www.Psychologytoday.com Disclaimer: Episodes and content covered on episodes by the host and guests are not a substitute for medical or psychiatric advice. They are not intended to diagnose or treat anyone or any condition. Episodes and content are for educational purposes only.
Depression
November 30, 2020 17:33 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBPlaces to find a therapist: https://www.life-giver.org/find-a-counselor/ www.Psychologytoday.com Disclaimer: Episodes and content covered on episodes by the host and guests are not a substitute for medical or psychiatric advice. They are not intended to diagnose or treat anyone or any condition. Episodes and content are for educational purposes only.
Blue Wife Life Podcast - Becky and Mary
November 10, 2020 06:13 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBBlue Wives Tribe Community Updates!! Email Nicole your name and address if you want a challenge coin: [email protected] - ($25) – you will get a QR code to send your money (to Nicole’s account). Once payment is received, coin will ship out! Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/bluewivestribe Peer support Meeting 11/11 (Led by Ashley) -- please download ring central meetings app. and then click here. Email Nicole, Message us on FB or IG for the password! 11/18 LEOW Peer s...
Wives On-Duty
October 20, 2020 07:02 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBFind Allison’s Cuffs and Coffee Devotional Here: https://www.amazon.com/Cuffs-Coffee-Devotional-Wives-Enforcement/dp/1542371953
Proud Police Wife & Common LEOW Struggles: Interview with Rebecca Lynn
October 05, 2020 07:36 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBhttps://proudpolicewife.com/ Article: How to stay positive when it feels like the world is against police officers. Police Wife Binder Printable Love Notes for a Police Officer The Peacemaker's wife: A journal for encouragement and reflection for police wives and girlfriends
Diving Deeper into Anxiety
September 21, 2020 06:20 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBWebsite: https://fwhcounseling.com/ Email: [email protected] Self-Worth & Self-Care: https://fwhcounseling.com/self-worth/ Featured in Voyage Dallas: http://voyagedallas.com/interview/meet-flourish-hope-fort-worth/ Journal Your Way to Self-Care by Claudia: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G9L6YQC For the Wife Behind the Badge: A Brief Guide to Calming the Anxious Mind: http://bluewivestribe.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/FOR-THE-WIFE-BEHIND-THE-BADGE.pdf
Creating Change and Overcoming Prejudice
August 25, 2020 03:59 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBNatalie's take-away pieces of advice: Be watchful for social media accounts that are telling you how to think instead of encouraging you to learn. We shouldn't be forced to pick a side. Be wary of those telling you it's one or the other. Identify. Challenge. Replace. Be the change. Protect your mental health. As hard as it is, try to stay away from the media. Or unfollow/mute accounts that are causing pain during this time. Be present with those around you. If every post you see is neg...
Brief Overview on Anxiety
August 11, 2020 01:23 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBLink to several EMDR studies: https://emdrfoundation.org/research-grants/current-research-listing/ Life Giver: First responder and family therapist finder https://www.life-giver.org/cliniciandirectory/ National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://adaa.org/ [email protected]
Law Enforcement: Fight On!
August 03, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBChief Thomas Bio USC Public Safety Chief Thomas Addresses the Death of George Floyd The President's (Obama) Task Force on 21st Century Policing (referenced in the interview)
Peaks and Valleys- Retired LEOW Linda Seitz
July 30, 2020 07:28 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBPeaks and Valleys Website Here Link to Officer Involved Spouse Book Here. Contact Linda: [email protected] Life Giver Therapist Finder Website Here 5 Love Languages Book Linda referenced Here The Counseling Team International website (first responder counseling in Southern California)
Peaks and Valleys- Linda Seitz
July 30, 2020 07:28 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBPeaks and Valleys Website Here Link to Officer Involved Spouse Book Here. Contact Linda: [email protected] Life Giver Therapist Finder Website Here 5 Love Languages Book Linda referenced Here The Counseling Team International website (first responder counseling in Southern California)
Introduction to the Blue Wives Tribe Podcast
July 27, 2020 06:48 - 2 minutes - 1.83 MBJoin us for the Blue Wives Tribe podcast! A podcast for the global community of law enforcement wives and girlfriends, also known as Blue Wives.