Sarah Arntt, CAS, ADS, has built a respected career in substance abuse counseling by uniting clinical expertise with a deep commitment to community well-being. As administrator for New Vision at St. Elizabeth Hospital under SpecialCare in Colorado, she oversees the service line and leads intake coordination while guiding outreach, education, and community engagement efforts. Her work involves cultivating relationships with providers, participating in events and business development activities, and supporting effective discharge planning for patients. One of her most significant accomplishments in this role is the creation of the Northeast Colorado Professional Network, a collaboration that connected agencies across a wide geographic region and earned recognition from the State Behavioral Health Administration.
Ms. Arntt’s professional path is supported by a strong academic foundation. She earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Liberty University, an achievement that shaped her understanding of human behavior and prepared her for the complexities of behavioral health work. Her education continues to influence her approach to counseling, case management, and program development, providing a framework for both her clinical practice and her leadership in community settings.
Alongside her administrative responsibilities, Ms. Arntt works as a life coach with Growing Our Mindset LLC, where she applies her knowledge of behavioral change and personal development to help clients build confidence and resilience. Her ability to draw from a wide network of resources allows her to offer meaningful, personalized support. She previously worked as a substance abuse counselor at North Range Behavioral Health, where she provided individual and group counseling and contributed to program initiatives aimed at enhancing treatment services. Her tenure with the organization also included roles as case manager and behavioral health worker, supporting individuals navigating complex behavioral health needs and working with teams to coordinate personalized care plans.
Ms. Arntt’s dedication to community service extends across several earlier roles that broadened her understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable populations. As a case manager for the Single Entry Point program at the Northeastern Colorado Association of Local Governments, she assisted individuals in accessing essential services and long-term support. Her work as a family advocate with Washington County Connections allowed her to help families overcome barriers to stability and well-being. She also contributed to crisis intervention and respite care as a mental health professional at Centennial Mental Health’s Journey Point Respite. Earlier in her career, she supported students with diverse learning needs as a special education paraprofessional in the Brush School District.
Before entering the behavioral health field, Ms. Arntt gained formative experience working in corrections. She began her career as a disciplinary officer at High Plains Correctional Facility and later worked as a correctional officer for the State of Colorado. These early roles provided valuable insight into trauma, institutional systems, and the importance of meaningful rehabilitation, all of which continue to inform her work with individuals facing behavioral health challenges.
Ms. Arntt has strengthened her professional practice through a wide range of certifications that reflect her dedication to holistic and integrative care. These credentials include certified addictions specialist, certified sound healer at the expert level, Usui-Tibetan Reiki Ryoho Reiki Levels I and II, acupuncture detoxification specialist, certified addiction technician, and crisis response training in assisting individuals in crisis and group intervention. This combination of clinical and alternative modalities enables her to support clients with approaches that address both physical and emotional dimensions of healing.
Ms. Arntt’s commitment to community extends beyond her clinical work. She founded Northeast Colorado Share, Talk, Interact, and Remember (NECO-STIR), an organization dedicated to fostering supportive connections and promoting open dialogue within the region. She also serves with the Crisis Response Team for NECO-CISM and contributes to the 10-33 Foundation, assisting individuals affected by trauma and crisis. Her leadership and service were recognized with the Behavioral Health Administrators Community Champion Award, which honors her role in advancing community resources and strengthening regional collaboration.
Looking toward the future, Ms. Arntt is developing a curriculum to train others in AcuDetox, a modality designed to support trauma resiliency and reduce stress. She is also exploring opportunities to educate individuals and organizations on verbal de-escalation and interpersonal communication. Her goal is to obtain credentialing as a trainer so she can equip professionals with essential tools for effective and compassionate practice.