Jada Hudson, LCPC, CADC, Founder of Hudson Clinical Counseling
WHEATON–Jada Hudson, LCPC, CADC, is a recognized counselor and therapist specializing in the mental health of first responders. Through Hudson Clinical Counseling, she provides support to individuals with demanding and high-stress careers, helping them overcome trauma, emotional challenges, and life transitions.
Jada’s therapeutic approach is client-centered, empowering first responders to actively engage in their healing. She also offers Accelerated Resolution Therapy and Yoga Therapy for those seeking effective solutions to trauma and PTSD. With specialized training, Jada works closely with firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, ER staff, and law enforcement professionals. She enhances their well-being by providing mental health check-ins and designing comprehensive wellness programs for departments of every size.
Having grown up in a first responder family, Jada’s connection to public safety professionals is deeply personal. Her passion drives her to understand the challenges they face, both on duty and at home. She serves as an in-house counselor for the Kane Co and Kendall Co Sheriff’s Offices and participates in numerous advisory roles, including for the Illinois Fire Service Institute.
Jada Hudson of Hudson Clinical Counseling is also an accomplished author and speaker. Her book *Firefighter Emotional Wellness* and regular contributions to industry journals solidify her standing as a thought leader, inspiring first responders nationwide.
