Iris Waichler is a nationally recognized author and advocate.

Iris Waichler is available for interviews, conferences, fire department workshops, EMS panels, and discussions on first responder mental health.

She is available for:

  • Podcast interviews

  • Fire department workshops

  • EMS conferences

  • Mental health panels

  • Media commentary on first responder trauma

“I enjoyed being in the Chicago Writer’s Association tent at Chicago’s Printer’s Row Book Festival. It was a beautiful day. I sold books and had some interesting conversations with first responders about my book Burned Out and the incredible work that they do. Grateful for it all.”

❤️ This book is for the people who answer the call — and for the spouses, partners, families, and friends who stand beside them.

Watch a glimpse from Iris Waichler’s book talk at The Book Cellar and discover the important conversation behind Burned Out.

📘 New Release: Burned Out by Iris Waichler

Featured In:

  • The New York Times

  • Redbook Magazine

  • Forbes

  • Parade

  • MindBodyGreen

  • Next Avenue

Author Interview: Iris Waichler, author of Burned Out

First responders sacrifice so much for us. Through candid interviews with first responders and their family members she examines the physical and emotional toll this work takes. This book offers them ways to cope and resources to get the help they need.