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Dr. Michele Finneran

Business Owner/Psychotherapist/Author/Advocate

Professional Bio:
ABOUT DR. MICHELE FINNERAN:
Dr. Michele Finneran, is a licensed professional counselor located in South Florida. She owns and operates her own private group counseling practice, Vecc & Associates, LLC.

Dr. Finneran thoroughly enjoys helping others, both personally and professionally, as helping others was deeply instilled in her upbringing with her close-knit family. Dr. Finneran was always encouraged to be determined and to make her dreams a reality.

Dr. Finneran's mission in writing her EBOOK book set to be released on her website on October 31st called, "The Compassion Conundrum: Strategies for First Responders and Service Providers to Prevent Fatigue" This book was developed as the aftermath of the Pandemic and what First Responders and Services Providers felt overwhelming amounts of Compassion Fatigue during this time while being of service and assistance to their communities.

The book defines, describes and illustrates (3) main components; 1-Stress; 2-Burnout; 3-Compassion Fatigue. In this book, First Responders and Service Providers will gain a clearer understanding of these (3) components; the goal is to achieve and to gain actionable tips for implementation, armor yourself with destressing tactics and strategies, and most importantly learn to live a healthier, happier life.

Dr. Finneran has also written a book called "Suriviving Domestic Abuse: Formal and Informal Supports and Services"

Dr. Michele Finneran has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Stetson University. She also has a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and a license to practice from the State of Florida. She has achieved a Ph.D. in Conflict Resolution and Dispute Analysis from Nova Southeastern University.

Dec. 5, 2023

Combatting Compassion Fatigue: Dr. Finneran on Improving Mental Health Support for First Responders

Jerry Dean Lund and Dr. Finneran delve into the challenges faced by first responders and service providers, providing valuable strategies to combat compassion fatigue. They stress the significance of self-care and mental hea…