The Mental Cost of Fighting California’s Wildfires
If you’re part of a CAL FIRE crew, you know the dangers and pressures:
✅ Grueling wildfire seasons
✅ Life-threatening environments
✅ Long deployments away from home
✅ Constant exposure to trauma and loss
Over time, you might notice:
Trouble sleeping or relaxing
Feeling emotionally detached or numb
Increased anger, anxiety, or irritability
Wondering how long you can keep doing this
You’re not weak — you’re human. And confidential help is available.
Why CAL FIRE Crews Often Don’t Seek Help
✅ Fear of judgment or stigma among the crew
✅ Concern about creating an insurance papertrail
✅ Worry that therapy could affect job status or promotion
✅ Difficulty finding therapists who understand firefighter trauma
At Cerevity, we provide private, trauma-focused virtual therapy designed specifically for CAL FIRE members — with no department involvement, no insurance records, and no risk to your career.
How Cerevity Supports CAL FIRE Professionals
✅ Private-pay, HIPAA-compliant therapy — no insurance, no employer reporting, total confidentiality
✅ Secure virtual sessions — log in from home, a hotel, or any private space, even on deployment
✅ Firefighter-specialized clinicians — therapists experienced in trauma, burnout, and the wildland fire culture
✅ Flexible scheduling — designed to work around your unpredictable assignments
What We Help You With
Processing traumatic calls and deployments
Managing burnout, chronic stress, and hypervigilance
Rebuilding resilience, energy, and emotional connection
Strengthening personal well-being and relationships
FAQs for CAL FIRE Crews
Will anyone at CAL FIRE know if I’m in therapy?
No. With private-pay services, your care stays confidential and completely outside employer systems.
Is virtual therapy effective for trauma and stress?
Yes. Virtual trauma therapy is highly effective, especially when led by clinicians familiar with firefighter and wildland responder needs.
How quickly can I get help?
Most CAL FIRE members can schedule their first confidential session within a few days.
You Protect California — Let Us Help Protect You
You fight for our communities every day. Let us help you fight for your own mental health.
👉 Book your private virtual therapy session today: https://cerevity.com/get-started
Confidential, expert trauma care — designed for CAL FIRE crews.
Author: Jessica M. Rivera, LMFT
Jessica is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at CEREVITY, with over a decade of experience supporting California’s wildland firefighters and first responders. She is dedicated to providing specialized, discreet care for CAL FIRE professionals facing trauma and chronic stress.
