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Firefighter Support Network (FSN)


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The mission of the Firefighter Support Network (FSN) is to provide confidential non punitive assistance to our Firefighters, their families, Retirees, and our civilian members in their time of need. Our goal is to provide the highest degree of Spiritual, Mental, Emotional, and Physical support.

The FSN is comprised of the two Staff Psychologists, multiple Doctoral Interns, Critical Incident Stress Management Team, Family Assistant Coordinator, Member Advocate, and Chaplaincy.

Our team provides but is not limited to; HR support (Benefits, FMLA, WC), Hospital visits, Mental health, Spiritual Support, Funeral assistance, Education, & Financial support.

Download FSN Brochure (.pdf) >>>

For more information on a specific area, please visit these website links:

  • Behavioral Health / CISM >>>
  • Chaplain >>>
  • Members Advocacy >>>


    • Contacts

    HFD Psychologists
    Dr. Leah Belsches
    832-405-6865
    Leah.belsches@houstontx.gov

    Dr Temara Holt
    346-739-3121
    Temara.Holt@houstontx.gov

    CISM Team Leader
    Comm. Capt. Heather Arnold
    832-444-0137
    Heather.Arnold@houstontx.gov

    Family Assistance Coordinator
    EOP James Wick
    346-266-5633
    James.wick@houstontx.gov

    Member Advocate
    Sr. Captain Vidal Molina
    281-896-9499
    Vidal.Molina@houstontx.gov

    Chaplain
    Captain Richard R. Ponce II
    281-386-5032
    Richard.ponce@houstontx.gov

    FSN Assistant
    E/O Kenia Compean
    281.409.9256
    Kenia.Compean@houstontx.gov

    For EMERGENCIES
    Dial 911, HFD Dispatch (713-884-3143), or the local Crisis Hotline (866-970-4770)