Thriving Through Chaos: Survival Gear for Criminal Justice Professionals – Staying Well in the Trenches of Trauma

This practical workbook will help professionals working in the criminal justice arena protect their own wellbeing, while carrying out the difficult aspects of their jobs. Written to accompany the author Kirsten Pabst’s presentation Thriving Through Chaos, or as a standalone resource, this book includes exercises designed to help justice professionals manage stress, recognize and cope with secondary trauma and build personal resilience.Kirsten is the elected prosecutor for Missoula County in Montana, Chair of the National District Attorneys Association [NDAA] Wellbeing Task Force and has been named Criminal Justice Professional of the Year. She has more than 28 years of experience in trying complex cases and has taught trial practice at local, state and national levels.Thriving Through Chaos recognizes the impact working with traumatic material and difficult cases can have on justice professionals and their mental wellbeing. Kirsten’s expertise in the areas of wellbeing, secondary trauma and organizational resilience means this workbook is full of practical instruction, useful exercises and insightful essays, which offers a lifeline to those working in criminal justice. Read more