• Mission

    The Humble Strength organization is a 501(c)3 non-profit that was designed to provide Information and Education on the topic of mental health as it relates to Law Enforcement and the impacts it has on individuals and the community. Our organization has also provided Therapeutic Services to the community for over 20 years. It is important to gain a comprehensive understanding of prevalent issues and begin providing realistic solutions.

     

    Better Person - Better Police - Better Society!

    Our Founder and CEO

    (ret.) Sergeant Geoffrey C. Heard, MSW QMHP created Humble Strength to deliver supportive Therapeutic Services to individuals, families and groups. Humble Strength also exists as a method to deliver pertinent information to individuals, groups and departments with the goal of overcoming the inevitable negative aspects of working in Law Enforcement. Geoffrey received his Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky, where he was a student-athlete. Upon graduation, Geoffrey worked as a site director for a YMCA in metropolitan Chicago. He later became a Child and Family Therapist, serving the greater Chicago area. Geoffrey moved with his wife and children to Arizona, where he joined local law enforcement and later retired as a sergeant. Through his experiences and with his knowledge, Geoffrey developed curriculum specific to the issues surrounding the negative mental health effects of working as a law enforcement officer and the challenges they pose in serving and being a community member.

  • Self

    "Take care of everybody and be good to you."

    Bessie O. Hughes

  • Donations

    Humble Strength is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization

    Federal Tax ID #85-0977342

  • Services

    Therapeutic

    Mentoring

    Adjustment(s) - Coping

    Trauma Focused Therapy

    Play / Recreational Therapy

    Parent - Child

    Family Counseling

    Parenting Skills

    Foster Parent Consultation

    Separation

    Anxiety

    Couples Counseling

    Anger Management

    Tutoring

    Interpersonal Interaction

    Administrative

    Interviewing & Hiring

    Intake

    Case Review

    Initial Assessment(s)

    Service Planning

    Court Presentation

    Service Summary Report(s)

    Billing

  • Training Topics

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    The Team Approach

    Everyone has a role on the team and we all need to work together to achieve the team's overall goal.

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    Using Accountability to Prevent Equity Issues

    Holding yourself and everyone else accountable is a great way to achieve organizational and personal goals.

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    Understanding Mental Health

    Don't guess! Know what you are dealing with personally and professionally. Then address it appropriately.

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    Effective Communication

    If you cannot get your message across, then the process is useless.

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    Knowing Your Purpose

    You can never accomplish a thing without understanding how to do it.

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    The Community and The Criminal Justice System

    WE, The People!

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    A Warriors Mentality

    Learning how to prepare for battle, only during the fight, is tough for everyday life.

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    Surviving a Career in Law Enforcement

    Understand what it really means.

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    Coaching and Mentoring

    Every player needs a coach and every effort requires a mentor.

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    Planning for the Future

    Create a balanced plan using your skills, knowledge and abilities as your guide.

  • "If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude."

     

    Maya Angelou

  • Scheduled Events

    Navigating the Internal Challenges of the Job

    2023 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Mesa Community College (1833 W Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ)

    September 20th, 2023 at 10:00 am

    Why do police agencies retain problematic officers and how do we fix this problem? 

    Arizona Black Law Enforcement General Membership Meeting

    (via Zoom)

    March 8th, 2023 at 6:00 pm

    Breaking Down Over Time:

    Dealing with your Physical and Mental Health

    2022 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Mesa Community College (1833 W Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ)

    September 29th, 2022 at 1:15 pm

    Sptember 30th, 2022 at 10:35 am

    Negotiating Salaries for Employment

    Howard University

    Virtual Training Event

    March 6th, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    Law and Order Program - Chapter Meeting

    The Military Order of the World Wars -East Valley Chapter

    Virtual Training Event

    February 27th, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    Sports Approach to Policing

    2020 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Webinar (www.arizonaable.org)

    October 7th, 2020 @ 10:00 am

    Mental Health for Law Enforcement

    2020 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Webinar (www.arizonaable.org)

    October 7th, 2020 @ 11:00 am

    Perspective vs. Perception

    2020 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Webinar (www.arizonaable.org)

    October 8th, 2020 @ 9:00 am

    Media & Policing

    2019 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Mesa Community College (1833 W Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ)

    September 26th, 2019 at 8:00 am

    A Guide to Unbiased Policing:

    Fact Vs. Feeling

    2019 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Mesa Community College (1833 W Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ)

    September 27th, 2019 at 9:00 am

    Understanding Mental Health

    2018 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Mesa Community College (1833 W Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ)

    September 13th, 2018 at 9:00 am

    Effective Communication

    2018 ABLE Criminal Justice Conference

    Mesa Community College (1833 W Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ)

    September 12th, 2018 at 10:30 am

    Panel Discussion

    City of Phoenix M.A.N.C.A.V.E. Initiative - Fatherhood Summit

    Phoenix Convention Center (100 N 3rd St. Phoenix, AZ)

    April 20th, 2018 at 11:00 am

  • reach out

    If you are interested in scheduling training or want more information, please contact us!

    Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
    (312) 520-5197