Professional headshot of Dr. Jared Balmer, PhD - A portrait photograph showcasing Dr. Jared Balmer in a professional setting

Jared has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the behavioral health arena. Jared holds a B.S in Microbiology, a M.Ed. in Educational Psychology and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family therapy. Recognized as a pioneer in the multidisciplinary approach to residential therapy, Jared has over 30 years of experience working with adolescent and adult populations. On the weekends you will often find Jared enjoying the outdoors and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. Jared has been instrumental in the development of BestNotes Treatment plans and continues to help keep our library up to date.