Whole for the Holidays: Practical ways to navigate heavy topics, burnout, and toxic teams
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Working in environments that expose the darkest parts of humanity takes a real mental toll. Over time, that exposure can lead to burnout, withdrawal, aggression, or even substance use.
You probably know someone who’s struggling — maybe even on your own team. But supporting others starts with learning how to recognize those signs, manage difficult dynamics, and protect your own well-being.
This holiday season, join us for a candid discussion with experts who understand the realities of high-stress professions. Learn practical, proven methods to stay grounded and help others do the same.
Featuring Retired Sgt. John Kelly, founder of “Sometimes Heroes Need Help,” and Melissa Kaiser, licensed social worker and specialist in anti-human trafficking, multidisciplinary team development, and officer wellness.
Meet the Speakers
Melissa Kaiser
Founder of MelKai Consulting
Melissa Kaiser is a licensed social worker, consultant, and trainer with more than 15 years of experience in human trafficking, secondary traumatic stress, and organizational wellness. She is the owner of MelKai Consulting and serves as the Director of Child Advocacy Partnerships for the National Child Protection Task Force (NCPTF). Melissa has trained over 15,000 professionals worldwide and partnered with organizations including NCMEC, IACP, NCJTC, OVC, and OUR Rescue to strengthen multidisciplinary and trauma-informed responses. She is also the founder of Wellness Warriors, a national collective dedicated to promoting wellness and resilience among professionals in high-stress fields.
John Kelly
Founder of Sometimes Heroes Need Help
Retired Sgt. John Kelly John Kelly is a national keynote presenter, law enforcement life coach, and retired sergeant with 30 years of service. A survivor of multiple on-duty assassination attempts and his own battle with addiction, PTS, and suicidal ideation, John shares his story of redemption in Surviving Self-Inflicted Wounds: A Deputy’s Life of Redemption. Through his program, Sometimes Heroes Need Help, he helps first responders tackle personal and team wellness with unfiltered honesty and tactical self-accountability.