Rethinking Post-Incident Support
The case for moving from mandatory group debriefing to Psychological First Aid
How organizations respond after a critical incident can have a lasting impact on staff well-being, recovery, and trust. While many workplaces continue to rely on mandatory group debriefing, emerging research points toward more flexible, voluntary approaches that prioritize stabilization over detailed emotional processing.
This white paper offers practical guidance for organizations seeking to create evidence-informed post-incident support systems that protect staff autonomy, reduce unnecessary trauma exposure, and foster recovery.
Where to go next?
Scaling Support
Building a Mutual Support Community of Practice
In this CARE4YOU 2026 session, Dr. Janine Rowe provides practical guidance on launching a community of practice, maintaining participation, and translating shared learning into everyday support practices within teams.
June 2026
Low Impact Debriefing Postcard
A free, downloadable resource
This downloadable PDF outlines different types of debriefing and provides an overview of the four steps of Low Impact Debriefing.
April 2025