09/07/2025
The Dreaded Introductory Post:
I say "dreaded" only because I find it difficult to squish my job description into a single introductory paragraph on social media and hope I get the point across clearly. How do you describe a dream that has been in the works for 8 years in a single post? You steal pieces from the website you agonized over creating, and do some freestyling so that your new followers can get a feel for who's on this side of the keyboard.
I’m Rhianna Cullen, a licensed massage and bodywork therapist with a keen interest in neuroscience and the effects of stress on the body, and an EMT who has lived the reality of this work - long shifts, critical calls, no time to recover and little to no support in the aftermath. Mix it all up and you get Waypoint Wellness.
Waypoint is a navigation term - it marks where you are and helps guide where you’re going. That’s how I approach wellness. We teach you how to identify stress and provide you with the knowledge to mitigate it with clear, evidence-based strategies that are relevant to first responders.
I work directly with first responders and partner with agencies to build services that make a difference physically, mentally and operationally.
Our mission is simple - we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of first responders through proactive stress management, education, & operational wellness strategies. We empower those who serve our communities by providing the tools and support needed to navigate job-related stress, improve resilience, and sustain long-term mental and physical health.
Why is this so important that I put my entire life and savings on hold to bring this dream to life? Because we have lost too many good men and women in this industry to su***de.
First responders face disproportionate risks of PTSD, burnout, depression, and su***de. Waypoint Wellness addresses these challenges by offering responsive, culturally competent care and connection - ensuring that those who dedicate their lives to saving others are never left behind.
If you have made it this far, I appreciate you taking the time to read my little novella. I know it's a lot. I hope you will follow us on this journey to provide the best education and training possible for first responders who are ready to take back their resilience and find a new sense of well-being. Welcome to Waypoint Wellness!
