Psychiatric
Psychiatry is a branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Your provider here is a licensed psychiatric specialist, trained to understand the whole person, what's really going on, not just the symptoms on top.
For Adults
Many people come to us after years of managing on their own, or after finding that therapy alone hasn't been quite enough. Your first appointment is a real conversation about your history and what's actually going on, not a rushed checklist. From there, we build a plan together, and stay with you as it evolves.
For Kids & Teens
Ages 5 and up. We start with a thorough assessment for ADHD or autism, never a rushed one. Medication only comes into the picture when it's genuinely needed, and we always keep an eye on how a child is doing at school, at home, and with friends.
What We Treat
Whatever brought you here, this is the right place
Depression
A heaviness that's lasted weeks, not just a bad day.
Anxiety
Worry that won't quiet down, even when nothing's actually wrong.
Bipolar Disorder
Highs and lows that don't match what's actually happening in your life.
Panic Disorder
Panic that hits without warning, and doesn't feel like it fits the moment.
OCD
Thoughts or rituals that feel impossible to stop, even when you know they don't make sense.
PTSD
A memory that still feels present, not past.
How We Think About Medication
What We Offer
- Thoughtful, ongoing medication management
- GeneSight & GeneDx testing, to reduce trial and error
- Spravato, for depression that hasn't responded to standard treatment
Opioids
- Opioids
- Ketamine
- TMS (the kind involving electrodes)
Deliberate on purpose, not the first thing we reach for
Medication can genuinely help. It's just not where we start, and it's never the whole plan on its own.
We'd rather take the time to understand what's actually going on first, even if that means moving a little slower than a quick prescription would.
What To Expect
What people usually want to know
Starting psychiatric care can feel intimidating, especially if a past experience left you feeling rushed or unheard. Here's what's true about seeing us, so there's nothing to guess at going in.
Scheduling is often quick
Same-week appointments are often available, so you're not waiting weeks to be heard.
You won't be rushed
Your first appointment covers your full history, not a five-minute checklist.
Medication is never the only plan
We look at the whole picture, sleep, stress, relationships, not just the symptom that brought you in.
Online is an option
Every provider on our psychiatric team offers virtual appointments, if that's a better fit than coming in.
meet your
therapist
Jodi Witmer, APRN, PMHNP
Jodi is board certified, with 12+ years of nursing experience across mental health, emergency care, post-operative care, and pediatrics. Her approach is collaborative and holistic, medication when it genuinely helps, real conversation alongside it, care built around the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
Outside the office, she's happiest outdoors, hiking, skiing, or at a concert with good music playing.
meet your
therapist
Jessica Clements, APRN, PMHNP
Originally from Carson City, Nevada, Jessica has called several places home before returning to Northern Nevada. She earned her nursing education in Denver, Colorado, and went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Maryville University in Missouri.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Jessica is passionate about providing compassionate, individualized care and creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard and involved in their treatment.
questions about psychiatric care
A few things people usually ask
What is GeneSight, and is testing required?
GeneSight is a simple test. You gently rub a swab, like a long cotton swab, on the inside of your cheek for a few seconds, and that's it. It shows how your body handles certain medications, so your provider can pick one more likely to work for you the first time. It's optional, never required, your provider can help you decide if it's worth doing.
Can my child see a psychiatric therapist without me in the room?
It depends on age. For younger children, we typically involve parents directly in both the appointment and the plan. For older teens, there's often a mix, some time together, some time one-on-one, so your therapist can build trust while keeping you informed of anything important.
What if I'm not sure I even need medication?
That's a normal place to start. You don't need to have decided anything before your first appointment. We'll talk through what's going on, and if medication doesn't seem like the right fit, we'll say so, this isn't about pushing a prescription.
Will you coordinate with my current therapist?
Yes, if you'd like us to. With your permission, we can stay in touch with your therapist so your care stays connected, medication and therapy working together instead of running on two separate tracks.
How long is a typical appointment?
Your first visit usually runs longer, closer to an hour, since we're covering your full history. Follow-up appointments are shorter, typically 15 to 30 minutes, once a plan is in place.
What if I've had a bad experience with psychiatric medication before?
That's worth telling us about directly. A past experience, whether it was side effects, feeling unheard, or a medication that just didn't work, helps shape what we try differently this time. You're not starting from zero, that history matters.
insurances we accept
Aetna
Anthem BCBS
Anthem BCBS Commercial
Anthem BCBS Medicaid/Amerigroup
Anthem BCBS Medicare Advantage
Benefit Plan Administrators
(BPA)- Trust Funds
Caresource Commercial and Medicaid
Cigna
Hometown Health Plan (HHP)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Prominence Health Plan
Sierra Health Services BHO
Health Plan of Nevada Medicaid
Health Plan of Nevada Commercial
Silver Summit Health Plan
Allwell Medicare
AM Better Commercial
Silver Summit Medicaid
OPTUM/ United Health Care (UHC)
UHC Oxford
UMR
TriCare/TriWest