#11 Tawny Meyers - Navigating Crisis: A Mental Health Professional's Unique Journey

In this episode, we sit down with Tawny Meyers, a seasoned mental health professional with a diverse career that spans law enforcement and media. Tawny's career path is truly unique — from being a former news producer at NBC to working on the front lines of mental health crisis intervention with the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Community Response Team.

In her role with the team, Tawny responded to calls involving individuals in crisis, helping police officers navigate mental health situations with care and understanding. Tawny also served with the Pueblo Police Department in a similar capacity and honed her skills as a trained crisis negotiator.

Tune in as Tawny opens up about her journey, the critical role mental health professionals play in law enforcement, and how her background in news production has shaped her perspective on crisis communication. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on mental health, crisis response, and the intersection of law enforcement and care.