CISM Strategies: DEFUSING - DEBRIEFING - INDIVIDUAL
Defusing
Defusings are shorter, unstructured debriefings that encourage a brief discussion of the events. Defusings typically occur one to three hours following the incident and generally last from 30 minutes to an hour. Our trained specialists facilitate defusing sessions to help individuals process their immediate emotional responses.
CISD - CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS DEBRIEFING
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) provides a facilitated environment for individuals to process their experiences following critical incidents, with the goal of promoting mental health and resilience while reducing the likelihood of long-term psychological effects. Debriefings are typically held 12-72 hours following an event.
One-on-One Intervention/Counseling
One-on-one peer support/counseling or psychological support throughout the full range of the crisis spectrum.
Confidentiality You Can Trust
All CISM meetings — including defusing, debriefing, and peer support sessions — are completely confidential. What is shared in these sessions stays between participants and trained CISM team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment for open discussion and emotional support.