Culturally Responsive Therapeutic Strategies for First Responder Clinicians

Free to attend • Lunch provided • 3.5 hours of CE/CME

Intended for: mental health clinicians, social workers, and behavioral health providers who serve first responders.

Location: Margherio Family Conference Center, Wayne State University, Mazurek Medical Education Commons, 320 E Canfield, Detroit, MI 48201

Parking: Paid parking is available at Wayne State University’s Parking Structure 4, 555 E. Canfield at St. Antoine.

Keynote

Rebecca Klisz-Hulbert, MD, DFAPA, DFAACAP — Wayne State University
“Beyond the Uniform”

Presentations

David Ledgerwood, PhD, LP — Wayne State University
Tobacco Use Cessation

Jeff Gauthier, Fire Lt (Ret), Recovery Coach — Compass Consulting LLC
Sleep Challenges in Protective Services

Jason Wilkinson, PhD — Wayne State University
Trauma-Focused Interventions

Danielle Taylor, PhD — Wayne State University
Suicide Prevention

Moderator

Ashley Freeman, LLMSW, EMT — Frontline Strong Together-5
Bringing both a first responder and clinician perspective to attendee questions.

Continuing Education

Wayne State University – Department of Psychology is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Wayne State University – Department of Psychology maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Wayne State University School of Social Work has been approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. The course approval number is #MICEC-0058. This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
Questions or accommodations: Contact Dr. Danielle Taylor at [email protected].

Open House Event with Herman Moore


Explore the new Oakland 360 Care Center and meet legendary NFL wide receiver Herman Moore. Moore will be available to meet
& greet attendees while providing autographs from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Have a chance to win raffle items while enjoying food and beverages

EMS Week

EMS Week 2026

EMS Week

This EMS Week, we recognize the strength, compassion, and commitment of EMS professionals across Michigan and beyond.

Thank you for answering the call, showing up in difficult moments, and continuing to care for your communities every day.

To those who keep order where it’s hardest to hold – thank you.
At FST5, support is built for you:

Confidential 24/7 resource line
Peer support from people who understand the job
Clinicians experienced in working with first responders
You don’t have to wait until something feels “serious” to reach out.

FST5 Program. Supporting the wellness of Michigan’s first responders and their families.
In crisis or in need of resources call 1-833-34-STRONG (1-833-347-8766

National Police Week 2026

This National Police Week, we honor the officers who continue to serve their communities every day — and remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty.

We also recognize the families, partners, peers, and departments who carry the weight of this profession alongside them.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

To those who keep order where it’s hardest to hold – thank you.
At FST5, support is built for you:

Confidential 24/7 resource line
Peer support from people who understand the job
Clinicians experienced in working with first responders
You don’t have to wait until something feels “serious” to reach out.

FST5 Program. Supporting the wellness of Michigan’s first responders and their families.
In crisis or in need of resources call 1-833-34-STRONG (1-833-347-8766

National Correctional Officer’s Week

Correctional officers work in one of the most demanding and least understood environments in public safety.

Long shifts. Constant vigilance. Pressure most people never see.

This week, we recognize the role you carry – and the weight that comes with it.

To those who keep order where it’s hardest to hold – thank you.
At FST5, support is built for you:

Confidential 24/7 resource line
Peer support from people who understand the job
Clinicians experienced in working with first responders
You don’t have to wait until something feels “serious” to reach out.

FST5 Program. Supporting the wellness of Michigan’s first responders and their families.
In crisis or in need of resources call 1-833-34-STRONG (1-833-347-8766