Even though horrific events occur during a disaster, emergency relief teams are essential to the mental health and recovery of those affected after the tragedy. Not only do emergency relief operations benefit victims in the process of recovery, but they also help communities rebuild and maintain recovery. One way emergency rescue teams can help is by educating victims about such disasters and preparing them for any future tragedies. Preparedness, resilience and sustainability are all important factors in the recovery process. Most importantly, therapists often work to help victims normalize their emotions and experiences, while helping them regain a sense of hope despite such despair. Although natural disasters are inevitable, it is pertinent that communities become more engaged, provide relief and disaster preparedness education, and understand how strong resilience and adaptive skills benefit individuals in the face of adversity. To reduce the negative effects of disasters in the future, it is important to understand how communities are affected, both physically and emotionally, and to identify appropriate services needed to