Heros helping heros heal
Learning Objectives
Understand the scope and severity of the first responder mental health crisis—and why traditional approaches often fail
Explore the neuroscience behind trauma, PTSD, and depression through an accessible, non-clinical lens
Learn evidence-based protocols for exercise and nature therapy that rival pharmaceutical interventions
Discover Camp Hero’s holistic healing model: 3,200 acres of Kentucky wilderness transformed into a sanctuary for wounded warriors
Develop a personalized action plan integrating movement, nature immersion, and peer connection
Connect with resources, programs, and a community committed to your recovery
This transformative training experience shatters the silence surrounding first responder mental health. Through the powerful convergence of personal testimony, cutting-edge research, and evidence-based interventions, participants will discover that seeking help isn’t weakness—it’s the most courageous decision a hero can make.
Led by Rocco Besednjak, Navy veteran, former police officer, and founder of Camp Hero, this program takes you on an unforgettable journey from crisis to purpose. You’ll witness firsthand how one officer’s darkest moment became a sanctuary for hundreds of veterans and first responders seeking refuge from trauma, PTSD, and the invisible wounds of service.
What Makes This Experience Different
Real Stories, Real Impact: Hear from someone who’s been in the darkness and found the light—not through theory, but through lived experience.
Science Meets Soul: Discover how exercise and nature therapy aren’t just nice ideas; they’re clinically proven interventions with effect sizes comparable to medication.
Practical, Not Preachy: Walk away with actionable strategies you can implement immediately, not abstract concepts that disappear when the training ends.
No Judgment, All Brotherhood: Experience the healing power of being understood by people who’ve worn the same boots, carried the same weight.
Beyond Awareness: This isn’t just another “lets talk about mental health” presentation. This is a roadmap to recovery, backed by research and proven by results.
Who Should Attend
Law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and dispatchers
Veterans transitioning to civilian life or struggling with service-connected trauma
Department administrators seeking evidence-based wellness solutions
Mental health professionals working with first responder populations
Anyone who’s ever wondered if they are the only one struggling