CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK INTERN

In-Office & Telemedicine

Ages: 8+

Sarah Wise is a Clinical Social Work intern (CSW-I) after completing her MSW (2023) and BSW (2022) at the University of Nevada, Reno. Her passions stem from wanting to know more about the clinical side of social work learning how to be the best clinician possible. One of Sarah’s favorite things about clinical social work is that it allows rapport and helps establish relationships with clients. Sarah has had experience with Special Education, Adolescents, children, the elderly population, Skilled Nursing, and more.

Some of her favorite things to do in her downtime is to read, paint, write, and relieve stress by yoga or the gym. In addition, Sarah has written a poetry book called, “Gray Matter” and is an established professional painter outside of social work. When she’s not doing work or these activities, she can be found attending music concerts or traveling home to Ely.

PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER

With over six years of experience in mental health care, Megan is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric treatment to individuals across the lifespan. From children and adolescents to adults and older adults, Megan is committed to meeting each patient where they are and helping them move toward a meaningful change.

At the core of Megan’s practice is a deep belief in the power of connection. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, substance use, or other psychiatric concerns, Megan works collaboratively with patients to develop treatment plans that align with their values, preferences, and personal goals.

Megan takes an individualized approach to care, integrating medication management with supportive therapy, psychoeducation, and lifestyle strategies whenever appropriate. She values open communication, shared decision-making, and a strong therapeutic alliance, recognizing that healing is not one-size-fits-all.

Passionate about making a meaningful impact, Megan is honored to walk alongside patients and families as they navigate challenges, build resilience, and work toward improved mental health and quality of life.

PSYCHIATRIC NUSE PRACTITIONER

Kristen is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing evidence-based psychiatry for children, adolescents, and adults. She approaches medication management and psychotherapy with empathy and humor. Her passion is supporting others in identifying their strengths to build resilience. She believes in working collaboratively with her patients from a space of nonjudgment. Her practice is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming, gender-affirming, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented care.

Kristen earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2024 after completing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2021 and her Master of Social Work in 2020. Since 2015, she has served the Reno community in a variety of healthcare settings, with experience in psychotherapy, home health nursing, and psychiatric case management. Kristen earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Linguistics from the University of California, San Diego in 2013. She is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and is currently pursuing certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

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