Jared brings a unique synthesis of crisis leadership experience and contemplative wisdom to transformational healing work. Over 27 years in the Fire Service, he progressed from firefighter/paramedic to Administrative EMS Captain, developing exceptional skills in crisis response, team leadership, and compassionate care during life’s most challenging moments. This extensive first responder background provides him with a deep understanding of trauma’s impact on both individuals and families.

His spiritual journey began during his firefighting career and led him through multiple wisdom traditions—from Christian mysticism to Hindu devotional practices and Buddhist compassion teachings. This exploration included pilgrimages to India, where he studied Sanskrit and engaged in traditional spiritual practices at sacred sites along the Ganges. As a published kirtan artist who has led hundreds in devotional chanting, Jared discovered the healing power of contemplative practices and their ability to transform suffering into wisdom.

Recently completing his Master of Divinity in Contemplative Chaplaincy from Naropa University, Jared combines academic theological training with specialized certifications in trauma-informed care and spiritual direction. His advanced training includes graduate certification in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and peer support counseling, positioning him to offer evidence-based approaches within a spiritual care framework.

As a member of the Association for Spiritual Integrity, the Vedanta Society of North Texas, and the North American Hindu Chaplains Association, Jared maintains active engagement with interfaith spiritual communities. His approach honors each person’s unique spiritual path, drawing from his multicultural training to create safe spaces for healing that respect diverse religious and philosophical backgrounds.

Jared’s integration of crisis leadership experience, contemplative practice, and formal chaplaincy training enables him to accompany individuals through transformational processes with both professional competence and spiritual authenticity. His journey from crisis response to spiritual care reflects his deep commitment to helping others discover resilience, meaning, and renewal through life’s most difficult passages.

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