Volunteering as a crisis intervention specialist during college fueled a passion in Jared for counseling adolescents and young adults through suicidal ideation and other crises.

Jared earned his undergraduate degree in brain and behavioral sciences at Purdue University and went on to obtain a master’s in mental health counseling from the University of Indianapolis. Jared worked with college students at a university student counseling center until he joined our team.

He combines the use of cognitive and behavioral strategies and a deep faith in God’s healing power to help empower young people who struggle with anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal ideations and addictions. Jared is trained in EMDR, and he also enjoys opportunities to share God’s healing by serving the community and educating others about mental health.

Our Client Care Coordinator’s journey to helping others find healing and freedom is rooted in her experiences with people who have felt broken, hopeless, and overwhelmed by the traumas life can bring. Kristi has also witnessed firsthand the love and grace God has given us, and hopes to be a light of compassion and understanding, as well as a listening ear, to those in need of help.

Several overseas mission trips have deepened Kristi’s concern for the plights of others and her determination to become a living example of Christ’s love, sharing joy and happiness. She is currently working on a master’s degree in social work from Indiana Wesleyan University to professionalize her calling and commitment.

A member of Connection Pointe Christian Church, Kristi takes pleasure in removing life distractions and calling upon simplicity by surrounding herself with nature and silence. She enjoys time with her family, exercise to strengthen her body and mind, and the simple pleasure of listening to all kinds of music.