Houston Fire Department

Firefighter Support Network (FSN)


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Comprehensive Care for HFD Members and Families
The Firefighter Support Network (FSN) offers confidential, non-punitive support to active and retired firefighters, trainees, civilian staff, and their families. Our mission is to ensure the emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental well-being of our members—anytime it's needed.

Core Services Include:

  • Behavioral Health & CISM: Individual, couples, and group counseling; PTSD treatment; stress reduction; peer-based crisis support
  • Chaplaincy Services: Spiritual care, grief support, and ceremony coordination
  • Member Advocacy: Benefits guidance, addiction support, wellness referrals, and liaison assistance for Workers’ Comp and insurance
  • Family & Funeral Support: Assistance during hospitalization, bereavement, and funeral services
  • Education & Resources: Financial guidance, wellness programs, and community referrals

  • Behavioral Health & Psychology Services
    HFD's Psychology Service, led by licensed psychologists, offers free, confidential care to members and their immediate families. Services include counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, couples and more. Our team also oversees the CISM peer support program.


    Psychologists:

    • Dr. Leah Belsches | 832-405-6865 | Leah.Belsches@houstontx.gov
    • Dr. Temara Holt | 346-739-3121 | Temara.Holt@houstontx.gov

    CISM Team Contact:

    • Comm. Capt. Heather Arnold | 832-444-0137 | Heather.Arnold@houstontx.gov

    For FAQs, research info, and resources:
    Download Psychology FAQs (.pdf) >>>
    Mental Health Resources (.pdf) >>>


    Chaplaincy Services
    The Office of the Chaplain provides faith-based and emotional support during life’s most challenging and joyful moments. Whether through prayer, presence, or pastoral guidance, we are here to walk with our members and their families.

    Chaplain Contact:
    Captain Tyler Hicks, Chaplain
    | 281-386-5032 | Tyler.Hicks@houstontx.gov


    Member Advocacy
    The Member Advocate helps firefighters navigate benefits, mental health/substance use treatment, workers’ comp, insurance, disability pensions, and more.


    Member Advocate Contact:

    • Sr. Capt. Vidal Molina | Office: 832-394-6607 | Cell: 281-896-9499 | Vidal.Molina@houstontx.gov
    • E/O Kenia Compean | 281-409-9256 | Kenia.Compean@houstontx.gov

    Family Assistance & FSN Coordination
    Family Coordinator:

    • EOP James Wick | 346-266-5633 | James.Wick@houstontx.gov

    Emergency Support Contacts


    Helpful Links

  • Behavioral Health / CISM >>>
  • Chaplain >>>
  • Member Advocacy >>>
  • FSN Brochure (.pdf) >>>
  • City of Houston EAP >>>
  • Houston Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund >>>
  • Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association >>>
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