Master’s level certified addiction treatment provider
BREVARD COUNTY • PALM BAY, FLORIDA – The Palm Bay Police Department has welcomed new Wellness Coordinator Ashley Harrell, MA., MCAP, to the team.
Harrell is a board-certified clinician with extensive knowledge of mental, emotional and physical health.
She is a Masters-level Certified Addiction Treatment Provider and holds a BA in Sociology from the University of Florida and an MA in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University. She is also a PhD candidate at Liberty University specializing in Traumatology.
Harrell will manage the Wellness Promotion Program, which was established to ensure the well-being of police officers through a variety of preventative measures and support services.
“In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, we are strengthening our commitment to the mental health and well-being of our officers and the community,” a Palm Bay Police spokesperson said.
“The demanding nature of police work can take a toll on everyone, including an individual’s family, friends and the communities they serve. Ashley provides essential tools for overall whole-person wellness, helping officers mitigate the effects of chronic stress, handle critical incidents effectively and reduce the incidence and severity of post-traumatic stress disorder.”
She will oversee the Critical Incident Stress Management Team and the Peer Support Team.
“The Palm Bay Police Department is committed to prioritizing the mental health and wellness of our team to ensure they remain strong and resilient and better serve and protect our community,” a Palm Bay Police spokesperson said.
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