Sara Cothern, LCSW
Vice President of Clinical Services, The Haven
Sara Cothern has extensive experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holding dual licensure in Illinois and Arizona. Throughout her career, Sara has worked in various behavioral health sectors, including the substance use treatment, family services, trauma, crisis, medical social work, serious mental illness, and community mental health. Sara’s expertise includes case management, counseling, program development, and leadership.
Sara is dedicated to trauma-informed care, harm reduction principles, and clinical quality. She finds immense fulfillment in fostering staff development and clinical growth. Sara prides herself in creating an environment where clinical teams are empowered to creatively meet each patient’s individualized needs while adhering to evidence-based practices.
Prior to supporting Buena Vista Health and Recovery as Director of Clinical Operations and Quality between June 2024 and June 2025, Sara served as Director of Community Integration at Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur, IL. Sara currently serves as the Vice President of Clinical Services at The Haven.
