Jamie Pothast has years of experience providing oversite to crisis programs throughout the state of Arizona. She oversees all CBI crisis and inpatient programs in Central and Southern Arizona, which include both involuntary and voluntary facilities. She is a valuable extension of CBI when it comes to collaborating with stakeholders to ensure processes and services meet the needs of patients and the community.
Jamie began her career at CBI in 2009 as an outpatient counselor. She then served as a Utilization Management Director until becoming the Senior Director of Crisis Services in 2016.
Jamie holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Western Illinois University in Psychology, and a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University.