NRT Behavioral HealthTM is led by experienced clinical leaders and passionate professionals dedicated to reshaping behavioral healthcare delivery to improve individual and collective treatment outcomes.
Tom Walker
CEO, Partner
Tom Walker brings over two decades of dedicated expertise in behavioral healthcare management and a deeply personal recovery journey to Foundry Steamboat and the Colorado recovery community. His extensive background encompasses roles in direct counseling care and outreach, and he co-founded two successful intensive outpatient programs in the Washington DC area. This diverse experience has […]
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Ben Cort
President and Managing Partner
Sober since 6/15/96, Ben has been a part of the recovery movement in almost every way imaginable; from a recipient to a provider to a spokesperson. He joined the field professionally in 2007 working inside of nonprofits, treatment programs and consulting to athletics and organized labor. Highlighted in his book, Weed, Inc.: The Truth About […]
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Michael F. Barnes
Ph.D., LAC, LPC, D.A.A.E.T.S
NRT Senior Clinical Advisor, Michael Barnes Family Institute Director
Dr. Michael Barnes is a Licensed Addiction Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Diplomate in the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. He is the Founder/Director of the Michael Barnes Family Institute, owner of Barnes Education and Consulting, LLC, and Chief Clinical Officer at the Foundry Treatment Center in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. In the past […]
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Jasmine Aranda
LPC, LAC, LAT, TTS, ADS, AAT
Chief Clinical Officer
Jasmine is the Chief Clinical Officer. She brings over three decades of experience to the substance use field, with her expertise spanning both outpatient and inpatient settings. She’s adept at handling cases from voluntary treatment seekers to individuals in court-ordered programs. Her Master’s internship at Hospice allowed her to work closely with individuals grappling with […]
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Dr. Jim Shuler
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Shuler has lived in Colorado since age 6, growing up in the Fort Collins area. He attended Colorado Timberline Academy in Durango for high school and, after that, became an MP in the United States Army. After that, he returned to Fort Collins, where he was self-employed in a couple of different ventures before […]
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Nikki Betteker
Director of Business Development
As NRT Behavioral Health Director of Business Development, Nikki Betteker combines a passion for strategic business development, a deep well of empathy, and lived experiences to help individuals and families find effective treatment and recovery. While born in Burbank, California, Betteker is a Coloradan through and through. After earning a psychology degree from Colorado College, Betteker […]
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Amber Bartholomew,
CAS
Outreach & Special Projects
Amber is a dedicated Certified Addiction Specialist driven by a profound passion for supportingindividuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges. Recognizing the uniqueness of each person’s journey, she believes in meeting individuals where they are and empowering them to rebuild their lives with the right opportunities and support. With eight years of experience in […]
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Scott Kindel
Corporate Finance Manager
Scott Kindel is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in substance use disorder treatment and finance. Scott started working at NRT’s Steamboat location in 2016, where he dedicated his expertise to making a positive impact on individuals struggling with substance use disorder. Prior to his tenure at NRT Behavioral Health, Scott played a pivotal […]
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Amanda Lacey
Human Resource Manager
Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, Amanda and her husband have called Colorado home since 2014. She originally fell in love with the state when she ventured west to study at Colorado State University before heading back east to Washington D.C., where she earned her master’s degree. After returning to the Philadelphia area, Amanda […]
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