We need help just like everybody else: Kern County law enforcement work to make mental health a priority [Video]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The job is already difficult, but being not mentally fit to do it could make it impossible.

“In regard to the work that they do, it’s very taxing. They see a lot of traumatic things,” said Niesha Davis of Inspire Me Counseling and Wellness Center.

Clinical social worker Niesha Davis said law enforcement face challenges each day which can trigger trauma and play a role in how they respond to the community if not addressed.

“If they don’t address their mental health or if their mental health does not go addressed, I think it will lead to burnout, job dissatisfaction, and affect the way that they respond to the crisis and mental health situations they are dealing with every day,” Davis said.

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