ASAP Peer Support Training, New Orleans, LA Feb. 23-26, 2026

ASAP - Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol Peer Support Training

Join us for a 4-day in-person ASAP Peer Support Training event in the Big Easy! This training will delve into psychoeducation around stress and trauma, explore why trauma is unique in first responders, and equip you with confidence in administering ASAP to your peers. Our experienced trainers will cover a range of topics to enhance your effectiveness as a peer supporter. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a positive impact in your community. Register now to secure your spot!

February 23-26, 2026

Monday - Thursday

Location: New Orleans Emergency Medical Services, 2929 Earhart Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70125

Course Description:

Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol (ASAP) training is a course designed for first responder peer support teams, chaplains and clinicians. It uses an EMDR-based intervention specifically designed for first responders and peer support teams to address the repeated and acute nature of traumatic stress. It was designed by a former police officer who later became an EMDR consultant. The ASAP is the culmination of over 30 years of clinical and practical experience in working in the field with first responders.

The ASAP is both a group and individual intervention designed to be administered peer to peer. You do not need to be a licensed mental health professional. ASAP research has shown that it is safe, effective, relevant, and efficient. It has been proven to decrease post-traumatic stress symptoms by 44% in first responders.

Instructor:

The ASAP training will be facilitated by Sonny Provetto, LICSW, a former police officer, specializes in stress, trauma, coping, peer support & resilience. Sonny is the Clinical Director of the Vermont Center for Responder Wellness/ASAP Training Institute and a licensed EMDR Consultant with 36 years of combined experience working in the first responder field. He supports first responder agencies with the ASAP, peer support, & mental health training, contributing to national peer support guidelines.

What will the training entail?

• Foundations of the trauma experience
• Recognizing stress and trauma
• Crisis stabilization techniques
• Founding principles and implementation of the Acute Stress Adaptive Protocol (ASAP)
• Resilience Building

Early Bird: $650 (registered/paid by Dec. 23, 2025)

Regular Rate: $700 (registered Dec. 24, 2025 to Feb. 20, 2026)

*Group Rate for (5) or more participants are available.

** Payment Invoicing is also available.

Please contact Bob Lucas at [email protected] or (802) 585-0284 for more information.

PLEASE BE AWARE WE HAVE A STRICT NO REFUND POLICY. While we understand life and work emergencies come up unexpectedly, we look to ensure viable classes occur without the fear of lastminute cancellations. We will do our best to work with members but refunds will be at the discretion of the organizer.

We also recommend members research travel cancellation policies and consider travel insurance if warranted.

Other Questions? Contact Bob Lucas at [email protected] or (802) 585-0284

*This training is for first responders, chaplains and clinicians with direct ties to First Responders. Non-affiliated clinicians should email Vermont Center for Responder Wellness for alternate training.

Host or Publisher Sonny Provetto, LICSW