Bridge Back Project

SiE1: Veteran Dr. Kristin Barnes on Healing her PTSD Using Fascial Counterstrain Listen to first of The Counterstrain Movement podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gtU4wuQr Also available on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon. Before becoming a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, Dr. Kristin Barnes served as a naval aviator for 23 years. In this episode, she shares her journey with Fascial Counterstrain (FCS), a manual technique that releases inflammation in the fascia to promote healing and pain relief. Following a near-fatal bike accident, Dr. Barnes used Fascial Counterstrain to accelerate her recovery, impressing herself and her orthopedic surgeon. She also credits FCS as instrumental to her post-accident recovery from PTSD, enabling her to regain a healthy, high-quality life. Inspired by its impact, she now specializes in Fascial Counterstrain to help others heal. Dr. Barnes is passionate about supporting veterans and survivors of military sexual trauma. She discusses the physical and emotional challenges veterans face after service and the importance of rebuilding community. She believes Fascial Counterstrain is a powerful tool for healing the nervous system, especially for those with trauma and PTSD, and integrates it with other therapies such as acupuncture, nutrition, and botanical medicine. Dr. Barnes also touches on the potential of psychedelic medicine for treating post-traumatic stress and pain, and envisions a future where these healing techniques are widely accepted and covered by insurance.

Are you looking for a high-impact volunteer opportunity with a visionary organization? Do you have a background in finance or accounting? The Bridge Back Project is looking for a Treasurer. Become part of our organization’s leadership team and provide invaluable input to our Board and Executive Director. While the time commitment for this volunteer position is small, the impact is mighty. You will be part of a small, passion-driven, collaborative, and generous team that is setting the stage for years of restoring health and hope for survivors of injury and trauma.  The role of the Board Treasurer is to provide general oversight of the organization's finances, serve as a resource to the Executive Director, and provide informed guidance to the Board. Practically speaking, this means: - Reviewing the organization's financial statements (balance sheet, statement of activities, and annual IRS form 990) on a quarterly basis in conjunction with the Executive Director and bookkeeper prior to each board meeting where they are presented. - Acting as an additional layer of approval for expenditures over a certain threshold. - Reviewing and providing input on the annual budget as prepared by the Executive Director and the bookkeeper. - A good candidate will be familiar with, comfortable, and maybe even enjoy reviewing and interpreting financial statements and spreadsheets. For our small organization, the Board Treasurer serves as the third leg of a stool of financial accountability (the other two legs being the ED and bookkeeper), providing another check to ensure that financial statements are prepared correctly, that the organization is in compliance with state and federal law, and that the Board-approved budget is being adhered to. Reports to: Board of Directors Works with: Executive Director and Bookkeeper Estimated Time Commitment: 4-8 hours per quarter Required: - Finance, accounting, or bookkeeping background - Familiarity with inclusionary business practices (or commitment to learning) Desired: - Nonprofit or foundation leadership experience - Nonprofit Treasurer experience - Experience fundraising - Passionate about health, community wellness, and supporting individuals facing disproportionate rates of traumatic stress - Identifies as part of, or has experience working with, one the communities we serve - BIPOC, First Responders and Healthcare Frontline Workers, LGBTQIA+ individuals, or Veterans and Active Duty Military. Please submit your CV and a letter of interest to Theora(at)bridgeback(dot)org. In your letter of interest please share your connection to or passion for working with the Bridge Back Project. What lights you up and inspires you about our work?

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First Responders dedicate their lives to helping their communities. Now it's our turn to give back. Whether they are recovering from life-altering physical injuries, decades of surviving ineffective healthcare systems, or the lasting mental toll of careers helping other people on their worst days, your donations empower us to show up for them when they need it most. The Bridge Back Project's Financial Assistance Program funds Fascial Counterstrain care for active and retired first responders to help them heal after experiencing severe injury and trauma. This year, we are working with Miho Urisaka, PT, DPT, OCS, a talented Fascial Counterstrain practitioner located in New York City to expand our Financial Assistance Program to eligible clients living in the New York area. Please reach out to a First Responder you know today and thank them for dedicating their lives to helping their neighbors and communities when they need it most. And then consider donating or buying raffle tickets to help us raise funds to bring our life-giving Financial Assistance Program to first responders and other eligible clients in the New York area. For more information and to buy your raffle tickets visit: https://lnkd.in/gE8tqVYg

“Counterstrain has saved my life. Gave me a little more purpose in life. My family isn’t mourning me. What life Counterstrain has given to me has been given to everyone that loves and cares for me… Everyone that wants me to still be here.” - J.S. ~ father, husband, and retired first responder All proceeds from ticket sales go towards supporting the Bridge Back Project and it's life-changing programs. The more tickets you buy, the more likely you are to win, the more you empower us to help people recover. By purchasing a ticket you will be helping us: -- Resume funding Counterstrain care for first responders, military and veterans, healthcare frontline workers, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ individuals recovering from life-impacting injury and trauma -- Build momentum to subsidize Counterstrain care costs in new communities -- Develop and distribute educational materials to underserved communities about the healing benefits of Fascial Counterstrain to address severe injury, illness, and trauma For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: https://lnkd.in/gE8tqVYg EACH PRIZE = 6 x 60 minutes Fascial Counterstrain sessions ($1200+ value) with one of the generous and skilled providers/clinics who have donated these sessions to help us raise funds for our programs. Get your tickets here! One Raffle Ticket = $30 One Raffle Ticket = one entry You can buy as many tickets as you like! All sessions must be used within 2 years of winning. Winning tickets are transferable. So for example, you could buy tickets for a provider near someone you love who would benefit from some healing, and if you win give the session package to them as a gift! All proceeds go to the Bridge Back Project is a 501(c)(3), a nonprofit organization on a mission to bring Fascial Counterstrain to the world to address the impact of trauma, promote healing, and restore hope. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE -> https://lnkd.in/gE8tqVYg Please help this post gain visibility by liking, sharing, and sending to friends!

We are raffling off a 'YEAR' of free Counterstrain care to celebrate our 8th Anniversary! EACH PRIZE = SIX 60-minute Fascial Counterstrain sessions ($1200+ value) with one of the generous and skilled donating providers. One Raffle Ticket = $30 One Raffle Ticket = one entry You can buy as many tickets as you like! All sessions must be used within 2 years of winning Prizes are transferrable. All the proceeds from ticket sales go towards supporting the Bridge Back Project and it's life-changing programs. The more tickets you buy, the more likely you are to win, the more you empower us to help people recover. By purchasing a ticket you will be helping us: -- Resume funding Counterstrain care for first responders, military and veterans, healthcare frontline workers, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ individuals recovering from life-impacting injury and trauma -- Begin building momentum to subsidize Counterstrain care costs in new communities -- Help us develop and distribute educational materials to underserved communities about the healing benefits of Fascial Counterstrain to address severe injury, illness, and trauma The impact of this work is best captured in the words of one of our program participants: “Counterstrain has saved my life. Gave me a little more purpose in life. My family isn’t mourning me. What life Counterstrain has given to me has been given to everyone that loves and cares for me… Everyone that wants me to still be here.” - J.S. ~ father, spouse, and retired first responder *** We'll be drawing winners at 4:00pm PST on Thursday, September 26th. Please help this post gain visibility by liking, sharing, and sending to friends!

"The higher you go in your career the fewer people like you you see. That’s typically an indicator that places aren’t doing a good job with their support for people with diverse backgrounds. Not just recruitment, but retention strategies for those underrepresented people... It’s not intentionally exclusionary, but effectively creates some exclusionary practices.” - Brianna Cardenas DMSc, PA-C, ATC (she/her/ella) We’re celebrating #DisabilityPrideMonth by sharing our admiration for our clients, providers, and volunteers living with chronic illnesses and invisible disabilities. Not only do they inspire us with their resiliency and creativity, but they go above and beyond to advocate for their peers despite the daily challenges that come with living with chronic illness and disabilities. Check out our most recent blog article about living with chronic illness and invisible disabilities and how a disabled Physician Assistant - Brianna Cardenas, DMSc, PA-C, ATC (she/her/ella) - has benefitted from incorporating Counterstrain into her personal healthcare plan. After experiencing the profound benefits of Fascial Counterstrain, she has dedicated herself to becoming a certified practitioner, and is a passionate advocate for improving accessibility within the Counterstrain sector. #ChronicIllness #InvisibleDisabilities #DisabilityPride #EhlersDanlos #Counterstrain #fascialcounterstrain

One of our top priorities for 2024 has been investing in improved transparency and clarity both internally and externally. As a nonprofit, leading with transparency is the most straightforward way to build trust with clients, community partners, and supports. To that end, we’re proud to announce that earlier this year the Bridge Back Project earned a 2024 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid GuideStar, which is their highest level of recognition for transparency.

Since day one, the Bridge Back Project has been committed to making quality Fascial Counterstrain (FCS) accessible to trauma-impacted individuals. Our core value is Accessibility: embracing everyone with warmth and respect, breaking down barriers, and creating inclusive environments. In these divisive times, we strive for unity and collaboration. We serve diverse communities because they are interconnected. Our mission is to prioritize each individual’s needs. We proudly celebrate Pride Month by investing in our LGBTQIA+ community, ensuring our services are inclusive and effective for everyone. Thank you for being part of our community. #PrideMonth #BridgeBackProject #Accessibility #CommunityHealing #FascialCounterstrain #HopeAndHealing

We truly can't overstate the impact that your donations have. Thank you, thank you, thank you. If you feel inspired to give today, the link is in the comments.