Jared Buchanan is a relentless motivational speaker and passionate advocate for suicide prevention, dedicating his efforts in honor of his father, Officer Paul S. Buchanan. A Marine infantry veteran, Jared discovered a transformative path to healing by conquering grueling ultramarathons spanning 100 and even 200+ miles—all in memory of his beloved father.

Jared earned his Master’s Degree at Sacred Heart University in 2025 and is on a journey to become an unconscious-based psychotherapist. His professional ethos centers on the profound synergy between Frankl's existentialism, which posits that meaning can be found in suffering, and Jungian psychology, which guides individuals in confronting and embracing their own shadows and darkness. Jared also champions Adlerian principles of social interests and human connection.

Jared is a faithful advocate for the concept of post-traumatic growth, embracing discomfort, and continuously striving to spread positivity to everyone around him. Beyond his work, Jared is an expert in pizza eating, a passionate international traveler, and the proud owner of two hybrid Bengal Leopard Cats, Maya and Kuja.  Face your Shadow!