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PROTECTING THE 6%
Who Are the 6%?
A National Crisis Demands a Bold Solution
Every day, police officers encounter situations involving individuals with serious mental illness (SMI). These interactions can be challenging and, at times, life-threatening. The statistics are staggering—6% of the U.S. population, approximately 14 million people, live with an SMI such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or major depressive disorder. These individuals are often misunderstood, leading to tragic outcomes for families, communities, and law enforcement.
It’s time for change.
How Law Enforcement
Officers Are Responding in
2025 Building Trust, Safety, and Solutions
Tyreese McAllister, a therapist with over 30 years of experience in emergency mental health and crisis intervention, is partnering with police departments all over the country to provide psychology–based tools and training that will help law enforcement officers approach these critical situations with understanding, empathy, and effective strategies.
Through her therapy practice, Clinical & Forensic Associates,’ Tyreese has created powerful police de-escalationtrainings, designed to protect vulnerable individuals while safeguarding law enforcement officers and building trust within communities.
What Your Agency Will Gain
Our mission isn’t just about training—it’s about transformation. By partnering with Clinical & Forensic Associates, law enforcement departments will:
- Learn life-saving de-escalation techniques for interactions with individuals with SMIs.
- Reduce community tensions by fostering trust and transparency.
- Strengthen officer safety and well-being through evidence-based practices.
Why It Matters
Behind every statistic is a person—someone’s child, sibling, or parent. Together, we can create safer interactions that protect everyone involved. This isn’t just about fulfilling a professional duty—it’s about leading with humanity.
Start Learning Today
Be part of the solution and make your department a leader in addressing mental health crises with compassion and skill.
Bring Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training to Your Agency
Ready to implement this game-changing training in your department? Schedule a consultation today to learn how we can support your officers and community.
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training Options
Clinical & Forensic Associates offers customized CIT training to suit the needs of departments across the nation. Choose the option that works best for your team:
- Comprehensive CIT Training: A multi-day program that provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on techniques for de-escalating situations involving individuals with SMIs.
- One-Day Crash Course: A condensed training ideal for departments seeking quick, impactful strategies.
- Refresher Workshops: For officers who have previously completed CIT training and want to stay updated on the latest best practices.
- Community Collaboration Sessions: Opportunities for law enforcement and local community members to build trust and understanding together.
Ready to bring CIT training to your department? Contact us to schedule a consultation.
Tyreese McAllister
Tyreese McAllister is a seasoned First Responder Training Manager with the DC Government, where she has trained over 3,800 Metropolitan Police patrol officers on mental illness-related issues. With a career spanning three decades in emergency mental health and crisis intervention, she is deeply committed to improving community relations, reducing the use of force, and enhancing officer and citizen safety.
Inspired by personal tragedy and a mission to honor her daughter’s legacy, Tyreese is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness, police reform, and public safety. Through speaking, authorship, and training, she continues to serve as a bridge between law enforcement and the community, fostering understanding and collaboration.
Watch:
A Civilian Who Struggled with Mental Illness
Speaks with Tyreese About Police Interactions
Contact Us
Have questions about the Protecting the 6% Campaign or want to bring CIT training to your department? We’d love to hear from you.
- Clinical & Forensic Associates, 1234 Main Street, Washington, DC 20001
- info@protectingthe6percent.com
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