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The Suicide and Trauma Reduction Initiative for Veterans (STRIVE) Collaborative moved its operations to The Ohio State University in 2020.

Since moving and through generous donations we’ve been able to expand our clinical operation and research efforts to include care to ALL adults in addition to continued commitment to our military, veteran and first responders.

STRIVE is the only research institute in the US that explicitly focuses on developing, refining and treating in the area of suicide, trauma and gun related violence risk reduction.

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R&R

State-of-the-art psychological treatment for military personnel, veterans and family members struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal thoughts.

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STRIVE Results

Participant Stories

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Kim

Retired servicewoman, Kim discusses her struggles PTSD and suicidal thoughts, and the psychological treatment she received as part of the STRIVE R&R program.

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Justin

Retired serviceman, Justin struggled with PTSD after handling the remains of his fallen comrades. As part of STRIVE R&R program he received treatment to support a lasting recovery.

“I was able to set aside my fear, looking over my shoulder, expecting the worst out of humanity. I’ve been given back my ability to smile, to laugh and, most of all, to engage with my family.” Air Force PJ

“Over 40 years with PTSD; who am I if I don’t have PTSD? I am now a man who believes in hope and idealism and wants to become a better person, finding happiness and inner peace.” Jim

“I am so happy to see him find a new vision of himself.” Melanie Jim’s wife

Meet the Team

AnnaBelle O. Bryan, MS

Director, Suicide and Trauma Reduction Initiative for Veterans (STRIVE) & Clinical Research Manager Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Justin C. Baker, PhD

Clinical Director, Suicide and Trauma Reduction Initiative for Veterans (STRIVE) & Assistant Professor Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center