Jon is a seasoned professional in the field of youth empowerment. He has worked enthusiastically over the past 30+ years encouraging teens and supporting their efforts to bring their best to the world.

 He is the founder of the Omega Project, the Legacy program, and Omega Youth Leadership Initiative.  

Countless teens have participated in programming developed and facilitated by Jon at regional churches, schools and youth agencies.  

Jon opened his counseling practice in Adrian in 2010.  

Jon utilizes a balanced therapeutic approach that addresses the whole person and strengthens the interconnections between emotional health, cognitive health, physical health, and spiritual health. In addition to trauma work, his areas of specialization include:  

• Interventions for at-risk adolescents
• Healing from sexual and physical abuse
• Grief counseling
• Adolescent development issues & support for teens and families 
• Crisis intervention
• Wilderness and adventure therapy.  

Jon earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio and his masters degree at Siena Heights University in Adrian, Michigan.  

He is licensed  as a Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan, certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional with the International Association of Trauma Professionals, and certified as an Advanced Heart-Centered Hypnotherapist with The Wellness Institute.

Ryan is a leader in our community with many roles in support of youth empowerment.
As a University of Michigan  -  Flint student in the school of Social Work pursuing his BSW he has dedicated most of his career in the healing arts. 

With a combined 23 years of experience in the fitness and wellness field as a Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor, Bodyworker and Holistic Lifestyle Coach.

His passion to serve the next generation started on his first trip to the Pine Ridge Reservation almost 8 years ago with numerous trips to follow on both the Lakota and Hopi Reservations.

As a Co-chair of Wolakota Youth Programs it is with great honor to pursue a legacy of love from the heart infused into everything we do. 

The passion to Be Legendary grows as we continue on our mission to share the vision that Relationships. 
Transform Lives.