Ernie Stevens

Hello everyone and welcome back to The CJEvolution Podcast. A show created by a first responder for first responders. Welcome back everyone and thank you for supporting this show. Please share this episode and others with your family and friends. Give us that 5-Star Rating and Apple Podcasts. Prayers go out to the people of Florida and they face this devastating hurricane. Prayers also go out to the brave first responders who are serving and trying to keep people safe.  If you are struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or both, please reach out. My life changed for the better when I took that step forward. I am so grateful for FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program for First Responders. Reach out at 844-650-1399 or contact me directly at 303-960- 9819.  https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/ Check out my Criminal Justice Evolution YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdnSgwX_KYND8GGh7USv0tw  So excited to have my friend Ernie Stevens back on the show. In the words of Ernie:  In the last 28 years of law enforcement, I have had the privilege of serving in various roles throughout my career including the DWI task force, Tactical Response Unit (TRU), Street Crimes Assistance Team (SCAT), Field Training Officer. This experience, lead me to the development/ founding officer of the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit in 2008. I am the primary subject in the two-time Emmy nominated award-winning HBO documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. Emmy winner for best editing. I’ve had the privilege of being featured on ABC’s Nightline with Byron Pitts and the NBC documentary, A Different Kind of Force. I co-authored Amazon’s Best Seller, Mental Health and De-escalation, A Training Guide for Police Professionals. Additionally, I’m a contributing author to the Amazon best-selling Mental Health category book, Police Mental Barricade. Ernie and I have a great conversation about the state of law enforcement and how we can take care of ourselves better.  For inquiries, please e-mail: sapdernest@gmail.com Follow me: Twitter: https://twitter.com/estevens0845?lang=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-stevens-b4234a1b6/ Find out more about Ernie here:  https://ernieandjoethefilm.com/ Stay tuned for more great episodes on The CJEvolution Podcast www.cjevolution.com Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back to the Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast. Thank you all for the continued support. Please take a moment and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts. We sure would appreciate it.  A big Thank you to YOU, the criminal justice professional. You are out there everyday serving, protecting and putting everything on the line. Thank you again for what you do, and remember you are honored cherished and loved. Keep up the great work and come home safe. If you are suffering you are not alone. You are never alone. The Shatterproof Program employs evidence-based therapies, innovative medical care, and a comprehensive wellness program, which focuses on symptoms of PTSD, in order to guide our First Responders on the right path to achieving life-long recovery from drugs and alcohol. Shatterproof is designed to help First Responders overcome specific obstacles, and to increase their ability to manage emotions during stressful situations without turning to self-medication. Our medical team works to customize a care plan tailored to the underlying issues that contribute to substance use disorders.  I went through this amazing program and I am better for it. Let the Shatterproof Team help you on your road to recovery. Please reach out to me at 303-960-9819 or you can call the Shatterproof Team at 866-768-9792. Tell them that Patrick from Criminal Justice Evolution sent you.    https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/   Such an honor to have my next guest on the show. He is a Retired Police Officer, the main subject from the Emmy Award Winning HBO Documentary, Ernie & Joe - Crisis Cops, a National Speaker and a Published Author. He is Ernest (Ernie) Stevens.   You do not want to miss the episode   In Ernie's words:   In the last 28 years of law enforcement, I have had the privilege of serving in various roles throughout my career to include DWI task force, Tactical Response Unit (TRU), Street Crimes Assistance Team (SCAT), Field Training Officer. With this experience, it lead me to the development/ founding officer of the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit in 2008. I am the primary subject in the two time Emmy nominated award winning HBO documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. Emmy winner for best editing. I’ve had the privilege of being featured on ABC’s Nightline with Byron Pitts and NBC documentary, A Different Kind of Force. I co-authored Amazon's Best Seller, Mental Health and De-escalation, A Training Guide for Police Professionals. Additionally, I'm a contributing author to the Amazon best-selling Mental Health category book, Police Mental Barricade. With my expertise, I am excited to announce my new position with STRAC as their Crisis Response and Resiliency Manager. For inquiries, please e-mail: sapdernest@gmail.com Follow me: Twitter: https://twitter.com/estevens0845?lang=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-stevens-b4234a1b6/  Find out more about Ernie here:  https://ernieandjoethefilm.com/    Stay tuned for more great episodes on The CJEvolution Podcast   www.cjevolution.com   Patrick