Steve Geoffrion

Steve Geoffrion is an Associate Professor at the Université de Montréal's School of Psychoeducation within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on preventing workplace trauma, psychological first aid, and mental health in professions like child protection and emergency services. He co-directs the Centre for the Study of Trauma and holds grants from institutions like the Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQ).

• Education: Doctorate in Criminology (Université de Montréal), Master's and Bachelor's in Security and Police Studies.
• Key Research: Evaluates interventions such as emotional support dogs and peer support programs. Leads projects on trauma prevention in high-risk professions.

Research Themes: Psychological first aid implementation, gender differences in trauma response, and organizational support systems. Collaborates with institutions like the Montreal Institute of Mental Health.

Awards: 2019 FRQ-S Junior 1 Research Fellowship, 2018 Excellence in Teaching Award, and recognition from the Haitian government for contributions to psychoeducation.

Grants & Projects: Leads and co-leads initiatives like PRÉVARM (preventing armed violence) and psychological first aid programs for police officers. Active in trauma-informed care consortiums.

Students: Supervises over a dozen graduate students in criminology, psychology, and psychoeducation, focusing on trauma-related topics.