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Cory was born in Havre De Grace, MD and raised in the Harford & Cecil County areas. Cory began his career with the Maryland State Police in 2003, first assigned to patrol at the Centreville Barrack on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Before finishing his State Police career as a Detective Sergeant in 2025, Cory worked in […]
Scott served in the U.S. Army for 21 years. Scott enlisted in 1993 as an 11B, attended Airborne and the Ranger Indoctrination Program, before being assigned to A Co. 2/75th Ranger Battalion at Ft. Lewis, WA. He has multiple skill identifiers, awards and qualifications, led troops from the team to platoon levels and served with
Bernard Taylor has been a resolute law enforcement professional with 18 years of experience. He is currently transitioning into a role centered on advocacy, community work, and policy reform. Bernard’s extensive background encompasses various areas, including city policing, school resource policing, and university law enforcement. These opportunities have provided Bernard with an extensive and comprehensive
Hi, my name is Kara. I received my undergraduate degree from Frostburg State University and my Masters in Social Work from University of Maryland. My work experience includes working at an Intimate Partner/Sexual Assault Center, community mental health, private practice, and the VA hospital. My area of interest is trauma. I am EMDR trained. I
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I fell in love with this field the moment I walked into the doors. Helping First Responders get into a place that specializes in trauma therapy, mental health, and substance use. I am the son of a Baltimore City Police Sergeant. I have seen what effect that can have on a person. This is a
Ryan is a former member of the Baltimore City Fire Department, where he witnessed firsthand the toll that trauma, stress, and addiction can take on those who serve. He is passionate about using his own experience to contribute to the First Responder Community and to help others find the same hope and healing he once