Understanding Vicarious Trauma in Frontline Work

How Ongoing Exposure to Others’ Experiences Can Affect Workers A frontline worker, Maya, is part of a family support team providing ongoing case management to clients experiencing housing instability, family separation, and past exposure to violence. Her role involves...

Understanding Trauma

How Experiences Affect the Nervous System Over Time A frontline worker, Daniel, meets with a client named Amir in a community mental health counselling follow-up session following a referral from a primary care provider. Amir attends a follow-up appointment after...

From Stress to Mental Health Impact

Understanding How the Nervous System Responds in Frontline Contexts A frontline worker, Leah, meets a client named Rosa through a mobile outreach housing support service after repeated missed appointments. The meeting takes place near a temporary encampment area where...