Deborah Marasa
Louisville,KY
Summary
By recognizing the importance of equipping law enforcement personnel with the knowledge and skills to address personal mental health and crisis effectively with educational initiatives.
While transitioning from a successful career in law enforcement to mental health counseling, The aim is to leverage my experience in crisis intervention, trauma, and investigative skills to provide compassionate and effective peer support. and build a culture that prioritizes wellness and fostering stronger relationships among the law enforcement community.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer/Detective/Investigations
St. Matthews Police Department
10.1989 - Current
- Protected life and property, conducted investigations, interviews, and managed crisis situations
- Specialized in personal crimes, child abuse, domestic violence, and psychological first aid.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
Law Enforcement Instructor
Department of Criminal Justice Training
04.2022 - Current
- Provided classroom instruction on general and specialized law enforcement topics, focused on mental health and wellness.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
University of The Cumberlands
Kentucky07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Louisville
Louisville KY05.1995
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Investigative Skills
- Interviewing and Interrogation
- Stress and Wellness Training
- Resiliency Training
- Classroom Instruction and Curriculum Development
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Professional Certifications
Certified by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council to provide instruction on:- Patrol: General Studies- Criminal Investigations: Child Abuse, Child Predatory Crimes, Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse, Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, Internet Investigations- Interviews & Interrogations- Health & Wellness: Resiliency, Stress & Wellness- Fundamentals of Realistic De-Escalation Tactics- Tactical Medicine- Psychological First Aid
Memberships
- Kentucky Fraternal Order of Police
- Kentucky Women's Law Enforcement Network
- American Counseling Association
Timeline
Law Enforcement Instructor
Department of Criminal Justice Training
04.2022 - Current
Police Officer/Detective/Investigations
St. Matthews Police Department
10.1989 - Current
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Louisville
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