13: Chris and Julie Verkerk: Finding the Hope to Beat PTSD

Finding Strength Podcast

English - November 07, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
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A seasoned paramedic and firefighter, Chris Verkerk, has had to experience horrific accidents, gruesome deaths, and daily trauma due to requirements of his job. The effects of this turned into PTSD. Severe anxiety, unfounded anger, and the depths of isolation plagued the Verkerk family for years. Being thrust into traumatic life or death situations every day, Chris found it difficult to manage the fallout; yet he found a way. He and his wife Julie share their unbelievable story with the Finding Strength hosts and their listeners. Filled with incredible tools, stories of strength and hope, this episode is a must listen!

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