Support Beyond the Battlefield: Healing Military Families with Tom Satterly & Jen Satterly

Jen Satterly, an award-winning filmmaker and photographer with 15 years of experience, served as the Director of Film and Photography for an elite Special Operations training company, embedded with Navy SEALs, Green Berets, and Army Rangers. Passionate about supporting warriors and their families, she transitioned to become a certified health and wellness coach, co-founding the All Secure Foundation with her husband, Tom. This 501(c)3 non-profit organization helps Special Operations warriors and their families heal from the trauma of war, earning recognition as a top-rated non-profit. Jenn is also the founder of Virago, addressing women's challenges with PTS, and co-author of "Arsenal of Hope." Tom Satterly, a highly decorated combat veteran with 25 years of Army service, including 20 in Delta Force, led critical missions and fought in the Oscar-winning film "Black Hawk Down." Despite his military success, Tom faced post-traumatic stress and suicidal thoughts, leading to his advocacy for mental health. As co-CEO of All Secure Foundation, he and Jenn work to support combat families, and his best-selling book, "All Secure," chronicles his battles on the battlefield and homefront.

In this episode of Behind The Seen, Jen, Tom, Dean, and Alana discuss the profound impact of All Secure Foundation, an organization providing comprehensive support beyond the warfighter to spouses and families of military personnel. Highlighting the challenges faced by spouses and children dealing with secondary PTS, the conversation delves into the urgent need for broader support systems and education. The guests share their experiences, addressing gaps in the current mental health care system and advocating for effective coaching, education, and treatment for families dealing with post-traumatic stress.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Secondary PTSD Awareness: Understanding the significant impact of secondary PTSD on military families and the crucial need for support and education.
Holistic Support: All Secure Foundation extends its services to military spouses, divorcees, gold star spouses, and personnel across special operations, providing a comprehensive support system beyond the warfighter.
Challenges in Transition: The difficulties faced during the transition from military to civilian life, including inadequate preparation for financial, career, and mental health challenges.
Stigma and Access to Care: Addressing the stigma surrounding mental health in the military, challenges in seeking help discreetly due to career concerns, and the necessity for timely and effective mental health care access.
The Vision for All Secure Foundation: Aspirations to establish a dedicated facility offering consistent support, programs, and treatment for veterans and their families.

HIGHLIGHT QUOTES

"It's not just those that are leaving; it's those that are still in. We haven't seen anything like this."
"Our combat doesn't need more money as much right now; it needs to sustain between the suicides and the combat deaths. We're losing people at home after the battle."
"You might be off in Peru doing ayahuasca, or you might just need to chat to someone a little bit and pull through it."

Connect and Learn more about Tom and Jen Satterly.
Tom’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-satterly-85088b29/
Jen’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-satterly-0b5b588/
Website: https://www.allsecurefoundation.org/about-us/

Connect and learn more about Dean Stott.
Instagram: @deanstott
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-stott-24725880
Website: https://www.deanstott.com/about-dean

Connect and learn more about Alana Stott.
Instagram:@alanastott
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alana-stott-mbe-194493aa
Website: https://alanastott.com/