Firefighter Mindfulness & Mental Health

At FUSEE, we understand that firefighter safety includes mental health. Recognizing the critical challenges faced by the wildland fire community, we are committed to addressing this vital issue head-on.

Winter 2025 Mindfulness Retreat

January 2025 join FUSEE, renowned mindfulness and mental health facilitators, and 24 other wildland firefighters for a week of connection, rejuvenation, and nature-immersed mindfulness. See details below. We can't wait to see you there.


Resources

We’re curating a comprehensive, up-to-date list of mental health and mindfulness resources tailored for wildland firefighters. Check back often for new updates, and feel free to share additional resources with us.

FireUp Well-being, List of specialized mental health professionals and services specifically for those in fire and forestry

Wildland Firefighter Foundation Mental Health Program

Grassroots Wildland Firefighters Mental Health Survey and Policy Advocacy

Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network Wellbeing Resources Archive

Close the Gap Wellness, Counselor and former Wildland Firefighter Dani Shedden, Instagram

Podcast episodes:

Life with Fire Podcast Ep. 10 “Off-Season Struggles—Understanding Wildland Firefighter Mental Health”

The Anchor Point Podcast “Overcoming Adversity: The Journey To Mental Health And Healing With Jay Walker”

Mountain Mind Tricks Podcast ”Anne Martin: Wildland Firefighter and Mental Health Advocate”

The Hotshot Wake Up ”Mental Health in the Wildfire Environment with Dani Shedden”

Would you like to help fund this work? We are looking for supporters passionate about climate, mental health, mindfulness, and fire.