Brad Shepherd

Brad Shepherd brings more than 25 years of distinguished law enforcement experience to his role at Chateau Health and Wellness. He spent his career with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, ultimately serving as a Captain and taking on a wide range of complex and high-risk assignments. 

Throughout his tenure, Brad developed a strong foundation in leadership, crisis response, and operational decision-making, while gaining firsthand insight into the cumulative impact of trauma on public safety professionals.

National Work in Wellness and Peer Support

Following his retirement from law enforcement, Brad devoted five years to the nonprofit wellness, peer support, and training community at a national level. 

During this time, he worked alongside organizations focused on mental health, resilience, and addiction recovery. This chapter of his career deepened his commitment to prevention, education, and early intervention, particularly for those working in high-stress and high-risk professions.

Role at Chateau Health and Wellness

At Chateau Health and Wellness, Brad is instrumental in developing, implementing, and delivering comprehensive training programs centered on trauma, mental health, and addiction. 

His work focuses on increasing awareness, strengthening connection, and equipping individuals and organizations with practical tools that support long-term wellbeing. 

Much of his training is designed specifically for first responders and public safety professionals, drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience.

Personal Perspective and Motivation

Brad’s work is deeply informed by his own experiences with trauma, mental health challenges, and addiction. 

These experiences fuel his passion for helping others find stability, purpose, and renewed meaning in their personal lives, relationships, and careers. 

He approaches his work with authenticity and empathy, meeting people where they are while encouraging sustainable growth and healing.

Instructor, Presenter, and Advocate

As an experienced instructor and presenter, Brad brings clarity, credibility, and real-world understanding to every training environment.

His ability to connect with diverse audiences has made him a respected voice in public safety, wellness, and recovery education. Through his teaching and advocacy, Brad continues to make a meaningful and lasting impact within the communities he serves.