Stephen Odom PhD, LMFT

Stephen Odom, PhD, LMFT, has spent more than thirty years walking alongside strong people in hard seasons—first responders, healthcare professionals, leaders, creatives, and the quietly overwhelmed. As the founder of First Responder Wellness and a behavioral health executive, he’s built nationally recognized programs focused on resilience, recovery, and culture change. But at his core, he’s simply curious about how human beings stay human while carrying a lot.

Raised in a family shaped by service, Stephen understands both the pride and the weight of responsibility. Though his work has taken him to national stages and complex organizations, he values smaller circles most—where conversations get honest, nervous systems settle, and people reconnect with who they are outside their roles.

When he’s not working, you’ll find him trail running, meditating, prioritizing family dinners, or traveling to Costa Rica. He believes fresh air is underrated therapy, self-care is a daily practice, and his dog Woodstock is a very good judge of character.

At retreat, Stephen doesn’t arrive as “the expert in the front.” He arrives as a steady presence, a thoughtful guide, and a fellow human who believes that restoration isn’t indulgent—it’s strategic. He creates space for recalibration, clarity, and the kind of connection that reminds you you’re not behind in life… you may just need to breathe differently.