MWI Health South Dakota

MWI Health South Dakota We are a leading mental health clinic and organization in Sioux Falls and Rapid City, SD. Our services are also utilized in the South Dakota prison systems.

We offer expert mental health care to all ages and accept many major insurance plans for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy. We have a team of dedicated mental health professionals with certifications such as MD, PMHNP, CNP, DNP, LPC, QMHP . We provide on-site and telehealth services to several regional clinics through our team of providers. We also complete evaluati

ons on an outpatient basis, as well as Forensic Evaluations and Workman Compensation Evaluations, and specialize in Veteran care and psychiatric reviews. Clay Pavlis, MD is the Chief Medical Officer with Midwest Wellness Institute, PLLC who works with this experienced team of health care professionals to provide the best quality of care for those with mental health issues wanting to improve their lives. Call us today to see how we can serve you, 605-573-2000.

Summer break arrives with a mix of excitement and disruption. For many young people, the shift away from school routines...
06/05/2026

Summer break arrives with a mix of excitement and disruption. For many young people, the shift away from school routines can quietly affect sleep, mood, and daily structure in ways that are easy to overlook.

The long days can feel like freedom, and sometimes they do. But for teens and kids who rely on the predictability of a school week, an unstructured summer can surface anxiety, irritability, or low motivation that families are not sure how to interpret.

At MWI Health, our providers work with children, teens, and families through every season, including the ones that do not show up on an academic calendar.

If your child seems off this summer, that observation matters. Support is available when you are ready to talk.

Become a Patient: https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

We want you to know who you will be working with.Meet Kristen Winterringer, PMHNP-BC, one of the providers now seeing pa...
06/02/2026

We want you to know who you will be working with.

Meet Kristen Winterringer, PMHNP-BC, one of the providers now seeing patients at MWI Health Yankton.

With nearly two decades of experience in the mental health field, Kristen is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who brings genuine compassion to every patient she serves.

Kristen specializes in medication management and works with children as young as age 3 through adulthood, helping individuals navigate ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder, chemical dependency, and more.

Her approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, and treatments including TMS and ketamine-based therapy for treatment-resistant depression, so that every patient has access to a full range of care options.

Licensed in South Dakota, Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska, Kristen is committed to building a collaborative, patient-centered environment where mental wellness and stability are achievable goals.

We are proud to have her on our team.

Schedule with Kristen at https://mwihealth.org/yankton-mwi-health/ or call (605) 401-4693.

MWI Health Yankton is officially open.To everyone in Yankton, Tyndall, Tabor, Crofton, Vermillion, and throughout southe...
06/02/2026

MWI Health Yankton is officially open.

To everyone in Yankton, Tyndall, Tabor, Crofton, Vermillion, and throughout southeast South Dakota who has been waiting for this, we are so glad to be here.

We are ready to serve this community with the quality, compassionate psychiatric care you deserve, right here at home.

Whether you are looking for psychiatric care, help managing medications, or information about SPRAVATO for treatment-resistant depression, our team is here for you.

We are accepting new patients today.

Call us at (605) 401-4693 or visit https://mwihealth.org/yankton-mwi-health/ to schedule your first appointment.

311 Cedar St, Yankton, SD 57078

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

International Day of Action for Women's HealthWomen's health isn't just physical. It includes mental health, emotional w...
05/28/2026

International Day of Action for Women's Health

Women's health isn't just physical. It includes mental health, emotional wellbeing, and access to care that actually listens.

Today, we recognize the International Day of Action for Women's Health and the reality that too many women still face barriers to getting the support they need.

Whether it's dismissive providers, financial obstacles, or the weight of managing everyone else's needs before your own, these barriers are real. And they shouldn't keep you from care.
At MWI Health, we treat women with the respect, attention, and personalized care you deserve. Your concerns matter. Your experience matters. You matter.

Become a Patient: https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

2 weeks until MWI Health opens in Yankton, SD, and we want to talk about something that takes real courage to face.Subst...
05/22/2026

2 weeks until MWI Health opens in Yankton, SD, and we want to talk about something that takes real courage to face.

Substance use rarely starts as the problem. It often starts as the answer to stress, pain, or difficult days. But when what used to work stops working, asking for help in a small community can feel like the hardest part.

You don't need to drive to Sioux Falls for expert care. MWI Health Yankton provides confidential, personalized substance use treatment right here at home.

Our Substance Abuse Care Includes:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
- Medication management for substance use disorders
- FDA-approved Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services

There is no judgment here, and there is no wrong place to start.
Appointments open June 1st.

Ready to take the first step? Click the link below to become a patient.

Become a Patient: https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

A psychiatric evaluation is required before treatment. Plans are individualized. In crisis? Call/text 988.

2 weeks until MWI Health opens in Yankton, SD, and we want to talk about something important.For people living with trea...
05/21/2026

2 weeks until MWI Health opens in Yankton, SD, and we want to talk about something important.

For people living with treatment-resistant depression, finding relief can feel impossible. Antidepressants may not have worked. The next step often feels out of reach.

MWI Health Yankton will offer SPRAVATO (esketamine), an FDA-approved nasal spray specifically for adults with treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder with suicidal thoughts or actions.

If you or someone you know has tried multiple antidepressants without success, we encourage you to reach out. There are options, and we are here to walk through them with you.

Appointments open June 1st. Learn more at https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal

SPRAVATO is not right for everyone. A psychiatric evaluation is required before treatment begins.

This week's focus: when medication alone isn't delivering the relief you need, treatment doesn't stop there.Therapy, lif...
05/20/2026

This week's focus: when medication alone isn't delivering the relief you need, treatment doesn't stop there.

Therapy, lifestyle changes, support groups, and alternative approaches can all work alongside or in place of medication. Recovery isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither is treatment.

If your current plan isn't working, that doesn't mean nothing will. It means it's time to explore what else is available.

At MWI Health, we work with you to build a treatment plan that fits your life, your goals, and your needs. You're not stuck with what isn't working.

Become a Patient: https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

This week, we're observing SAMHSA's National Prevention Week. Here's what many people don't realize: you don't have to w...
05/14/2026

This week, we're observing SAMHSA's National Prevention Week. Here's what many people don't realize: you don't have to wait until you're in crisis to get help.

Prevention means recognizing the early signs and reaching out when stress starts to feel unmanageable, not when it becomes unbearable. Early intervention leads to better outcomes, faster recovery, and stronger long-term resilience.

You don't have to be in crisis to deserve support. You don't have to hit rock bottom to ask for help.

At MWI Health, we treat every patient with compassionate, personalized care. If you've been thinking about reaching out, now is the time.

Become a Patient: https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

3 weeks until MWI Health opens in Yankton, SD.If you or someone you love has been struggling to find a psychiatrist or m...
05/14/2026

3 weeks until MWI Health opens in Yankton, SD.

If you or someone you love has been struggling to find a psychiatrist or manage medications without traveling hours from home, we want you to know: help is on the way.

At MWI Health Yankton, we offer:

Psychiatric evaluations for adults and adolescents

Ongoing medication management with a provider who knows your history

Personalized treatment plans built around your goals, not a one-size-fits-all approach

Our board-certified providers take the time to listen. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, or a more complex diagnosis, you deserve care that is consistent, local, and compassionate.

Appointments are now open for June 1st and beyond. No referral required.

Get started at https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

Today, we take a moment to celebrate Mental Health Provider Day.Behind every breakthrough, every moment of resilience, a...
05/13/2026

Today, we take a moment to celebrate Mental Health Provider Day.

Behind every breakthrough, every moment of resilience, and every step toward healing is a dedicated professional who shows up with unwavering empathy and clinical expertise. Across our entire network of practices, we are incredibly proud to support a team of providers who dedicate their lives to helping our communities thrive.

To our psychiatrists, therapists, nurse practitioners, and clinical staff, thank you for your tireless commitment to mental wellness. You are the heartbeat of our mission.

Our providers are here to support you at every one of our locations. Whether you’re seeking support for the first time or looking to continue your progress, we’re ready to help you take the next step toward healing.

https://mwihealth.org/become-a-patient-portal/

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