these first responder suicides occurred among law enforcement officers (58 percent), firefighters (21 percent), emergency medical services providers (18 percent) and public safety telecommunicators (2 percent). (8) According to the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, more firefighters died of suicide than in the line of duty between 2014 and 2020, and nearly 58 percent of firefighters were exposed to traumatic events like mass shootings, violence car crashes, or child abuse. (9) For many first responders, it can be difficult to transition from being a provider to client or patient is not an easy one so when a first responder finally seeks treatment, it can be devastating to encounter an ill-prepared provider and may result in reluctance to seek further help. (10) Many first responders may consider stress to be part of the job and feel that they cannot or should not talk about traumatic events and other occupational stressors. Perceived stigma around mental health problems or concerns over impact on employment, including but not limited to being labeled as unfit for duty, may lead first responders to not report trauma, mental health issues, or suicidal thoughts. (11) There are limited resources available to specifically address the mental health needs of first responders. Often, first responders are directed to general mental health practitioners who may not understand the unique demands faced by first responders or the cultures in which they operate. While these services may meet the needs of many patients, general practitioners may not understand what first responders experience on the job or be able to relate to them in a culturally competent manner. (12) Providing first responders with mental health and substance use resources and services that are readily available and occupationally relevant can help them deal with excess stress, attain timely and clinically appropriate care, and feel better prepared to respond to an emergency. (13) Public safety telecommunicators, including 9–1–1 operators and fire