A KFVS Digital Production, First Response with Dr. Shannon is a mental health focused podcast. Each episode will focus on a way to help you or allow you to help others with mental health issues and topics.
First Response: Dr Kevin Gilmartin, behavioral scientist
Dr. Gilmartin is a behavioral scientist specializing in law enforcement and public safety related issues. He is the author of the book "Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement: A Guide for Officers and Their Families". He previously spent twenty years working in law enforcement in Tucson, Arizona. During his tenure he supervised the Hostage Negotiations Team and the Behavioral Sciences Unit. He is a former recipient of the International Association of Chiefs of Police-Parade Magazine, National Police Officer Citation Award for contributions during hostage negotiations. He presently maintains a consulting relationship with public safety and law enforcement agencies in the U.S, Canada and Australia.
More about Dr. Shannon:
Dr. Shannon Cubria Farris holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and serves as a mental health first responder with the Cape Girardeau Police Department’s Co-Responder Unit. Dr. Shannon is a first responder and mental health advocate who refuses to accept gaps in the system—so he creates solutions where none exist. Recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice for leading one of the most effective and innovative rural co-responder programs in the country, he works at the intersection of mental health and public safety, ensuring that even in the most underserved areas, people in crisis receive the support they need.
With a passion for breaking barriers and empowering others, Dr. Shannon believes that small steps lead to big change—and that no one should have to struggle alone. His approach is raw, real, and deeply human, offering practical strategies for navigating life’s toughest moments—whether in crisis, burnout, or simply trying to move forward.
His insights can be seen every Sunday morning on Heartland News at 6 AM and heard on First Response with Dr. Shannon, where he delivers real-world solutions to help you shape your first response to life’s challenges.
Have a question? Reach out to Dr. Shannon at drshannon@kfvs12.com
27 Feb 2025
First Response: Beyond the Badge
Dr Shannon talks with Crystal Barker and Joseph
To learn more about Beyond the Badge visit their webpage: https://beyondthebadgefamilysupport.com/ (https://beyondthebadgefamilysupport.com/)
27 Feb 2025
First Response: Don't Let Your Troubles Become a Crisis
About Jack Cambria: https://www.jackcambria.com/ (https://www.jackcambria.com/)
Jack Cambria, a thirty-four year police veteran who retired as the New York City Police Department's longest-standing Hostage Negotiation Team Commander, shares the skills used by hostage and crisis negotiators in defusing high-crisis encounters.
About Dr. Shannon: Dr. Shannon will share practical strategies to shift your mindset, take control of your day, and find meaning beyond the holiday hype. His inspiration can be seen Sunday mornings during Heartland News at 6AM. Dr. Shannon can be reached at drshannon@kfvs12.com
26 Feb 2025
First Response: Overcoming Adversity
Dr. Shannon talks to Scott Medlin about how to recover when things don't work out the way you have planned.
Scott is the creator of "The Code 10 Mindset" as a teaching resource for police officers and first responders on how to stay alive and thrive against the stress, demands, and trauma exposure of the career.
To learn more about Scott visit his webpage: https://thescottmedlin.com/
4 Dec 2024
First Response: How to deal with suicide threats or threats of self harm
Dr. Shannon Cubria Farris is a Mental Health First Responder in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. In the first episode, Dr. Shannon discusses suicide and threats of self harm. How you can help and be an advocate for those with harmful emotions. Dr. Shannon is an expert on Mental Health who advocates for mental health and social change.
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