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Psychiatry in Las Vegas, Nevada Misty Wright-Genous, Nurse Practitioner

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 18-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Misty Wright-Genous, Nurse Practitioner

Misty Wright-Genous, DNP, MSN-ED, APRN-CNP, PMHNP-BC

Specializes In:

ADHD
Anxiety
Attention & focus
Depression/feeling down
Panic attacks
Self-esteem
Stress management
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Misty Wright-Genous is dedicated to helping adults across Nevada find relief from emotional distress and build a more balanced, fulfilling life through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. As a prescriber at LifeStance Health, she offers both medication management and individual therapy, supporting clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD while tailoring care to each person’s unique experiences and goals. Misty has a strong clinical focus on treating anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, and she incorporates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness techniques to help patients better understand their thoughts, regulate emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies. She works collaboratively with each individual to create practical, personalized treatment plans that foster long-term stability and growth. She is especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, including midlife changes, reproductive challenges, and issues related to gender identity. Misty is committed to providing affirming, inclusive care for diverse populations, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, and military veterans, while also offering support for a wide range of additional mental health concerns. Misty works with adults and seniors, creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey. Her approach emphasizes both clinical expertise and genuine human connection, helping individuals move forward with confidence and clarity. Outside of her professional work, Misty enjoys spending time at the beach and traveling whenever possible. Being near the water helps her recharge and maintain balance, while exploring new cultures and perspectives supports her own personal growth and well-being.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Attention & focus
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Ability status
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Drug/substance use
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Eating issues: food deprivation
  • Eating issues: purging/regurgitating
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • Fertility
  • First responder stress
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gambling
  • Gender affirming evaluations
  • Gender identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Hallucinations
  • Hoarding
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Intense mood changes
  • Learning challenges
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Premarital counseling
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Racial identity
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • School avoidance
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Sports performance
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Touro University Nevada

  • Regis College

  • Grand Canyon University

FAQs

Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Misty Wright-Genous. You can also call 702-805-5360 to have someone assist you.

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