Meet Susie Arbo
A South Dakota State University Graduate, in 2005 Susie Arbo received her Masters of Science in Counseling and Human Resource Development. Susie is a Licensed Professional Counselor and is also a Certified Reciprocal Alcohol & Drug Counselor. Previously working as a school counselor, a drug court counselor, and a community mental health therapist, Susie Arbo now owns and operates a large group private practice, Country Crossroads Counseling, LLC, where she enjoys helping children, teenagers, and adults work through their issues to live a positive and productive life. One unique part of her practice is that it is located in a horse barn in the country near Kingsville, MO. She often uses animals and nature as part of her therapeutic approach.
An experienced speaker, Susie Arbo enjoys encouraging people to help them achieve their life goals. She is passionate about getting the word out about mental health to the masses. Mrs. Arbo has spoken to thousands of people at schools, businesses, and conferences across the country.
Susie has spent a lifetime in and out of the saddle around horses, competing at the national level. A proud KC Chiefs fan, Susie has spent 13 seasons cheering on the KC Chiefs as a cheerleader and by riding the horse Warpaint at home games and appearances.
In her personal life, Susie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to the lake, riding and showing horses, and is a BIG Kansas City Chiefs fan.
Susie Arbo
As a Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Susie brings world-class leadership principles into every keynote, workshop, and conference she leads. The John Maxwell program is recognized globally for its proven methods in leadership development, communication, and personal growth.
For Susie, this certification isn’t just about credentials — it’s about equipping others. She loves taking what she has learned through the John Maxwell curriculum and combining it with her own experiences as a counselor, business owner, and community leader. The result is an engaging, down-to-earth speaking style that empowers audiences to grow in resilience, purpose, and confidence.