ASAP Peer Support Training, Tacoma, WA - October 27-30, 2025
First Responders, Dispatcher, Chaplains, & MH Clinicians - Get ready to boost your peer support skills at the ASAP training in VIRGINIA.
ASAP - Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol Peer Support Training
Join us for a 4-day in-person ASAP Peer Support Training event at the Pierce County EOC in Tacoma, WA. This training will delve into psychoeducation around stress and trauma, explore why trauma is unique in first responders, and equip you with confidence in administering ASAP to your peers. Our experienced trainers will cover a range of topics to enhance your effectiveness as a peer supporter. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a positive impact in your community.
Register now to secure your spot!
THIS PAGE IS ONLY FOR INFORMATION - NOT REGISTRATION. To register for this event please go to https://www.tacomapiercechaplaincy.com/#events. While this Eventbrite page may indicate the event is sold out, please note it is not and we are welcoming registrants at the alternate site.
Date and time
October 27-30, 2025
9am - 5pm EST
Location
Pierce County EOC
2501 South 35th Street Tacoma, WA 98409
Course Description:
Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol (ASAP) training is a course designed for first responder peer support teams, chaplains and clinicians. It uses an EMDR-based intervention specifically designed for first responders and peer support teams to address the repeated and acute nature of traumatic stress. It was designed by a former police officer who later became an EMDR consultant. The ASAP is the culmination of over 30 years of clinical and practical experience in working in the field with first responders.
The ASAP is both a group and individual intervention designed to be administered peer to peer. You do not need to be a licensed mental health professional. ASAP research has shown that it is safe, effective, relevant, and efficient. It has been proven to decrease post-traumatic stress symptoms by 44% in first responders.
Instructor:
The ASAP training will be facilitated by Sonny Provetto, LICSW, a former police officer, specializes in stress, trauma, coping, peer support & resilience. Sonny is the Clinical Director of the Vermont Center for Responder Wellness/ASAP Training Institute and a licensed EMDR Consultant with 36 years of combined experience working in the first responder field. He supports first responder agencies with the ASAP, peer support, & mental health training, contributing to national peer support guidelines.
What will the training entail?
Foundations of the trauma experience
Recognizing stress and trauma
Crisis stabilization techniques
Founding principles and implementation of the Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol (ASAP)
Resilience Building
Registration
Regular Rate: $550 (Now until October 24, 2025)
*Group Rate for (5) or more participants are available. Please contact Ben at Ben@TacomaPierceChaplaincy.com
*This training is for first responders, chaplains and clinicians with direct ties to First Responders. Non-affiliated clinicians should email Vermont Center for Responder Wellness for alternate training.
Other Questions?
Other Questions? Contact Stephanie Conn: firstresponderpsych@gmail.com
