Nov 10, 2017
Law enforcement marriage isn’t easy—especially when PTSD enters the picture. In this episode, we shine a light on how first responder families can recognize the signs early and find hope through support, education, and connection.
Short Episode Summary
“Bringing PTSD Into the Light with Code 9 Project” features Debbie
Ortiz, co-founder of the Code 9 Project and director of the film
Code 9: Officer Needs Assistance. This episode dives deep into how
the Code 9 Project brings PTSD education and support to officers,
spouses, and command staff, while sharing Debbie’s personal story
as a law enforcement spouse navigating her husband’s
post-retirement PTSD. Together, we explore the warning signs
families often miss, why prevention, education, and communication
are key to surviving trauma exposure in policing, and how the power
of storytelling through the Code 9 film is changing the culture of
silence in law enforcement.
Hosted by Cyndi Doyle, licensed professional counselor, retired police spouse, and author of Hold the Line, the Code4Couples Podcast helps first responder families protect their relationships while navigating the stress of service life.
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Enforcement Relationship →
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00:00 Intro & guest welcome
02:15 The start of the Code 9 Project
07:10 How PTSD impacts law enforcement marriages
12:30 Warning signs families often miss
18:00 What spouses can do when things fall apart
24:00 Code 9 workshops and peer support
27:00 Advice for police spouses facing trauma