MILITARY VETERANS AND EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONDERS

After many years of helping write curriculums and facilitating programs for military veterans and emergency first responders struggling with post-traumatic stress, Philip co-found The SPARTA Project, a warrior healing nonprofit for veterans and emergency first responders who struggle with post-traumatic stress. Philip is the director of experiential healing at SPARTA and conducts their ropes courses, climbing and other adventure activities. The SPARTA Project has conducted its healing programs in Canada, Australia and across the United States. Learn more about The SPARTA Project here.

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Our veterans are like the canaries in the mental health coal mine of America and they are suffering.  It serves us to serve them.  Please reach out and get involved.  You'll be glad you did.

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