Research that Could Advance the Future of Law Enforcement Mental Health!

You Do Your Own Work While You Gain Knowledge and Skills With Confidential, No-Cost Trauma Intervention and Training for Sworn Officers

Hosted by ITR Training Institute in collaboration with Florida State University

 Instinctual Trauma Response® (ITR) is an integrated trauma-focused intervention utilizing art, narration, and parts-informed work. Empirical evidence has shown ITR can potentially eliminate or greatly reduce traumatic stress symptoms rapidly and long-term. Help us evaluate ITR.

WHO THIS IS FOR

Sworn law enforcement officers (2+ years) interested in participating in a one-day, in-person intensive trauma intervention as part of a formal research study evaluating Instinctual Trauma Response® (ITR).

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

• One day in-person intensive session (8 hours with breaks)
• Small-group, professional setting
• Pre- and post-assessments with qualification interview
• Opportunity to process one workplace traumatic experience
• Food and breaks will be provided.

This program is structured, contained, and respectful of law enforcement culture and privacy. 

WHY THIS STUDY MATTERS

Effective, time-limited trauma intervention options that protect confidentiality are limited for law enforcement. By participating, you will:

• Receive structured support and learn skills to take with you 
• Maintain full confidentiality, no connection to any agency
• Contribute to establishing an evidence-based trauma intervention for first responders worldwide

CONFIDENTIALITY & PRIVACY

• Participation is not disclosed to your department
• No employer notification
• Assessment data is anonymized and reported only in aggregate
• Participation does not affect employment, certification, or fitness-for-duty status

STUDY DATES and LOCATIONS

• Baltimore: June 20, 2026 9am-5pm: Conference Room 1965 Greenspring Dr. Timoniun, MD 21093
• Tallahassee: June 27, 2026  9am-5pm: Mosaic Clinic 840 Fiddler Ct. Tallahassee, FL 32308
• Huntsville: July 14, 2026 9am-5pm: Smith Family Wellness Center 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

You may qualify if you:
✔ Are a sworn law enforcement officer with 2+ years of service
✔ Can attend one 8-hour session
✔ Are willing to complete pre- and post-assessments virtually
✔ Have experienced at least one life-threatening duty-related event
✔ Can independently manage daily activities
✔ Agree not to change psychiatric medication during participation

For safety and research integrity, individuals with active psychosis, recent suicide attempts, or current pregnancy are not eligible.

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Free access to the ITR intensive program
• Process at least one workplace traumatic experience
• Knowledge and skills to use in life
• Professional, evidence-supported care
• Opportunity to help improve trauma intervention options for law enforcement nationwide

Registration must be at least 1 week before research event: [email protected]