Missy Morris

Missy Morris started in public safety as a juvenile probation worker after graduating from University of California Santa Barbara in 1991 with a degree in behavioral psychology. She moved to the San Francisco Bay Area to work in probation before quickly transitioning to police work. She spent three years with the Palo Alto and Mountain View police departments as a patrol officer. She spent the following 22 years of her 28-year career at the City of Roseville. Missy worked in critical incident negotiations, eventually becoming the multi-city team leader and serving seven years on the state board of hostage negotiators. Missy feels her greatest assignment was a five-year stint as a traffic motor officer riding a BMW and working fatal accidents. She held several special assignments before retiring in 2020 as a lieutenant. Missy now works with the Lexipol Professional Services Team, working closely with Cordico wellness solution.

Full list of Missy Morris results

What to expect after a critical incident in law enforcement
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Having the right resources at hand, and the peace of mind to be able to access them, is critical to crawling out of the pit your trauma has dug for you
10 reasons cops should never get help with mental health
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First responders like to avoid admitting their weaknesses and getting help with mental health struggles; isn't it time for a change?
Why we must teach young officers about what it takes to achieve financial success
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This is the true measure of financial success in law enforcement: being able to enjoy retirement in great physical and mental shape
Imposter syndrome in public safety
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How can you tell the difference between occasional second-guessing and full-blown imposter syndrome?
Switching departments in law enforcement
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Moving to another agency can be trading up. Just be sure your decision is made with sound reasoning and careful consideration
Cops & divorce: Third time is the charm?
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It turned out to be my “magic number,” but it doesn’t have to be yours. Here are some simple ways to avoid becoming a divorced cop
Dear new police officer
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You don’t know me, but I was once you. Whoever you are, I know what you’re worried about.
The kids are not alright: Trouble with law enforcement children
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The sad reality is that many public safety families struggle to enforce the law on the street only to lose control of the battle at home
Recognizing and overcoming vicarious trauma
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As much as you would like it, you can’t expect to be everyone’s hero. The trauma a victim is experiencing is theirs to handle, not your burden to assume
First responders and gallows humor: When joking becomes harmful
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Laughing in a tough situation releases feel-good brain chemicals that help alleviate stress; however, problems arise when not everyone is on the joke
Are you ready for a promotion?
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Focus on developing the skills and knowledge you need to succeed, not just on achieving the rank
Controlling your ego in police work
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What makes for a successful, long career as an LEO police officer, can be confused for arrogance and superiority