A new resiliency training program developed to help prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in first responders will begin rolling out to fire stations and EMS agencies in New York and Texas in 2026.

The initiative, led by Stony Brook Medicine , is supported by a 5-year, $3.3 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health that runs through June 2030. The program aims to equip responders with practical tools to manage stress, build resilience and reduce the risk of PTSD following traumatic calls.

What the training involves

Researchers will study the Worker Resilience Training program, a 4-hour, hands-on workshop that covers how traumatic exposure affects responder health and how to recognize early signs of PTSD. The sessions also focus on building everyday habits —

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