In this edition of our Clinicians Guide Masterclass, we shine a spotlight on the world of mental health counseling within the Special Operations Forces community. We sit down with Christopher Ostrander, PhD, the visionary Founder and President of SOF Network, the nation's first and only clinical directory of licensed mental health providers who specialize in working with the SOF community.
In this edition of our Clinicians Guide Masterclass, we shine a spotlight on the world of mental health counseling within the Special Operations Forces community. We sit down with Christopher Ostrander, PhD, the visionary Founder and President of SOF Network, the nation's first and only clinical directory of licensed mental health providers who specialize in working with the SOF community.
We examine the crucial role of family and spouses in the healing journey, and the inspiring story behind the creation of SOF Network. Learn what sets SOF Network apart in its unique approach to counseling, celebrating progress while acknowledging the challenges that persist. This episode promises to be a powerful exploration of resilience and representation in mental health care. Tune in to witness the transformative impact of Chris’s work and the ongoing journey of breaking barriers in mental health support.
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PdD | Licensed Counselor | SOF Veteran | Founder/President of SOF Network
Dr. Christopher Ostrander is an assistant professor in the Online Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Liberty University. He is a licensed counselor in Florida, North Carolina, and Virgin Islands. He specializes in working with couples and the Special Operations community. Dr. Ostrander has contributed writings in two textbooks and has presented at that state and national level on topics of integration, empathy, and the special operations community. Dr. Ostrander is the founder and president of SOF Network a national nonprofit serving the SOF community.