Front Line Therapy LLC

11/11/2025

Veterans Day sunrise from the Iowa Veterans Cemetery this morning. Thank You to our incredibly courageous Veterans and current service members!!

We are especially praying for the safe return of the nearly 2,000 Iowa National Guard Members currently supporting Operation Inherent Freedom in the Middle East.

10/24/2025

How 2 Love Our Cops doing incredible things! This wonderful organization supports the family members behind the badge.

10/16/2025

10/14/2025

Last week, Front Line Therapy staff taught the current Iowa Law Enforcement Academy police recruits mental health and crisis intervention training (CIT).

We were also joined by a panel of CIT officers and co-responder experts from around the metro. Thank you to all of our collaborating partners supporting and preparing the next round of law enforcement officers!
Waukee Police Department Des Moines Police Urbandale Police Department

09/26/2025

Front Line Therapy has been busy this past week! Summer, Lindsay, and Sheila spent time providing EMDR sessions & teaching on resilience and robust mental wellness at the annual Iowa Peer Support Foundation conference.

Then, Sheila flew out to work the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) surviving spouses retreat for widows and widowers of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.

We are incredibly honored to be trusted to join our heroes on their path of fortitude, wellness and healing. Thank you!

09/15/2025

Come join us at the 2025 Peer Support Conference this Wednesday-Friday! There's still time to sign up for this incredible agenda of passionate speakers!

https://www.peersupportfoundation.org/wellness-conference

Meet Sheila Russell, LISW CADC, a dedicated therapist, consultant, and advocate for first responders, military personnel, veterans, and their families. At the Iowa Peer Support Wellness Conference, she will share her expertise and insights on trauma treatment and resilience. As a Certified EMDR Therapist and founder of Front Line Therapy, Sheila brings her passion and proven experience to the communities who need it most.

09/04/2025

Tonight's OIS Group Meeting is now virtual at 1700. Please email troy@frontlinetherapyservices.com for the private Zoom link.
Peer Support Foundation

08/21/2025

OIS group on 8/21/25 is cancelled for tonight.

Be on the lookout for a virtual meeting option in the near future! We have received interest in a virtual option to better meet the needs who are not local to the Des Moines metro and we hear you!

07/07/2025

We are seeking a fully licensed full-time therapist to join our dedicated team! Specializing in trauma treatment for First Responders, Military Personnel, Veterans, and their families, our practice offers a supportive and culturally informed environment to work with Iowa's heroes! This position includes a very competitive 70/30 split, and we are looking for a passionate clinician who shares our mission in serving those who serve their communities!

Interested applicants should send their resume to Sheila Russell at frontlinetherapy@frontlinetherapyservices.com.

07/07/2025

One of our favorite things to do at Front Line Therapy is community education for new police officers! Last month, we taught Crisis Intervention at the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), and today we had the privilege of presenting on emotional wellness, stress management, and resilience for the recruits at Des Moines Police.

06/19/2025

Officer-Involved Shooting (OIS) Support Group

Officer-involved shootings (OIS) are among the most challenging and life-altering experiences a law enforcement professional may face. At Front Line Therapy, LLC, we recognize the profound impact these incidents can have and are committed to supporting those who have been involved.

We are proud to offer a confidential support group designed specifically for law enforcement officers who have experienced an OIS. This group provides a safe, understanding environment to process, share, and heal among others who truly understand because they have been there.

Meeting Details:
🗓 When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month starting 7/3/25
🕔 Time: 1700 hours (5:00 PM)
📍 Location: Front Line Therapy, LLC – Lobby

Confidentiality is paramount. We ask all participants to honor the privacy of fellow group members and maintain discretion both during and after meetings.

You are not alone — we are here to walk with you through the healing process.

Peer Support Foundation

05/23/2025

Director, Sheila Russell, attended National Police Week in Washington D.C. to assist the families and departments of our nation’s fallen police officers.

In 2025, the names of 345 officers killed in the line of duty were added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. These 345 officers include 148 officers who were killed during 2024. An additional 197 officers died in previous years (historical) and through the tireless efforts of police officers and police advocates, their sacrifice will never be forgotten.