Front Line Therapy LLC

02/06/2026

We are so blessed to have a strong partnership with Iowa Law Enforcement Academy! One thing we hear constantly from officers who are more seasoned in law enforcement is that there are a lot more calls involving mental health nowadays.

CIT is an important aspect of officer training to assist with being more informed, better prepared, it increases community and officer safety, as well as assists with a reduction of compassion fatigue and occupational burnout.

01/10/2026

Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day from two of the cutest police kids around (we’re fully biased over here 😉)! 🖤💙🖤

11/25/2025

Team member, Lindsay Smith, assisted with a Critical Incident Debriefing last night at Post 9. A Law Enforcement career exposes officers to some of the most horrific sides of society & humanity. These challenging experiences have become a platform to develop robust wellness bureaus, trauma therapists, and crisis interventions to support the individuals who are brave enough to wear the badge.

Humbly serving those who serve.

11/11/2025

Veterans Day sunrise from the Iowa Veterans Cemetery this morning. Thank You to our incredibly courageous Veterans and current service members!!

We are especially praying for the safe return of the nearly 2,000 Iowa National Guard Members currently supporting Operation Inherent Freedom in the Middle East.

10/24/2025

How 2 Love Our Cops doing incredible things! This wonderful organization supports the family members behind the badge.

10/16/2025

10/14/2025

Last week, Front Line Therapy staff taught the current Iowa Law Enforcement Academy police recruits mental health and crisis intervention training (CIT).

We were also joined by a panel of CIT officers and co-responder experts from around the metro. Thank you to all of our collaborating partners supporting and preparing the next round of law enforcement officers!
Waukee Police Department Des Moines Police Urbandale Police Department

09/26/2025

Front Line Therapy has been busy this past week! Summer, Lindsay, and Sheila spent time providing EMDR sessions & teaching on resilience and robust mental wellness at the annual Iowa Peer Support Foundation conference.

Then, Sheila flew out to work the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) surviving spouses retreat for widows and widowers of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.

We are incredibly honored to be trusted to join our heroes on their path of fortitude, wellness and healing. Thank you!

09/15/2025

Come join us at the 2025 Peer Support Conference this Wednesday-Friday! There's still time to sign up for this incredible agenda of passionate speakers!

https://www.peersupportfoundation.org/wellness-conference

Meet Sheila Russell, LISW CADC, a dedicated therapist, consultant, and advocate for first responders, military personnel, veterans, and their families. At the Iowa Peer Support Wellness Conference, she will share her expertise and insights on trauma treatment and resilience. As a Certified EMDR Therapist and founder of Front Line Therapy, Sheila brings her passion and proven experience to the communities who need it most.

09/04/2025

Tonight's OIS Group Meeting is now virtual at 1700. Please email troy@frontlinetherapyservices.com for the private Zoom link.
Peer Support Foundation

08/21/2025

OIS group on 8/21/25 is cancelled for tonight.

Be on the lookout for a virtual meeting option in the near future! We have received interest in a virtual option to better meet the needs who are not local to the Des Moines metro and we hear you!

07/07/2025

We are seeking a fully licensed full-time therapist to join our dedicated team! Specializing in trauma treatment for First Responders, Military Personnel, Veterans, and their families, our practice offers a supportive and culturally informed environment to work with Iowa's heroes! This position includes a very competitive 70/30 split, and we are looking for a passionate clinician who shares our mission in serving those who serve their communities!

Interested applicants should send their resume to Sheila Russell at frontlinetherapy@frontlinetherapyservices.com.