about sage psychiatric & wellness

Care rooted in experience

Learn more about the philosophy, experience,
and heart behind Sage Psychiatric & Wellness.

MEET LALINE RILEY

A career dedicated to
helping others.

With 17 years of experience as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse, LaLine Riley has dedicated her career to caring for people through some of life's most challenging moments. After earning her Master of Science in Nursing from Frontier Nursing University and becoming a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she founded Sage Psychiatric & Wellness to provide personalized, holistic, and evidence-based mental health services for individuals across the lifespan, with clinical expertise in the treatment of ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and eating disorders.

LaLine also holds a deeply personal commitment to caring for First Responders. As a current Emergency Room Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience, and the wife of a flight paramedic with more than 30 years of service in emergency medical care, she understands the intense pressures, moral injuries, and chronic stress that come with the job.

This firsthand experience allows her to provide truly empathetic, grounded mental health services for First Responders navigating PTSD, burnout, acute stress, and the unique challenges of serving on the front lines. Her goal is to help First Responders not only recover, but continue to thrive in both their personal and professional lives.

Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years

  • Frontier Nursing University, MSN

  • Pacific Lutheran University, BSN

Credentials

  • Board Certified Emergency Nurse

  • Board Certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

  • Certificate from American Nurses Credentialing Center

  • Certificate from Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing

“My philosophy centers on the idea that you are the expert in your own life, and I am here to tailor treatment to your unique journey in a nonjudgmental and confidential environment.”

— LaLine Riley, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN

meet the staff

James (Jim) Riley
Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Behind every great practice is the person who keeps the wheels turning, and for Sage Psychiatric, that’s Jim. Whether he is flying in a helicopter saving lives as a LifeFlight medic, behind his desk crunching numbers, or out on the water as an avid fisherman, Jim brings dedication to everything he does. As our Chief Operating Officer, LaLine’s husband, and the ultimate anchor of the practice, he ensures that Morgan and LaLine have exactly what they need to focus on client care. From managing high-level logistics to gently reining the team in when enthusiasm gets the best of them, Jim is the grounding force that holds it all together. Simply put, Sage couldn't run without him.

Morgan Bartikofsky
Practice Coordinator & Scheduling Manager

If you are scheduling an appointment, updating your paperwork, or reaching out to coordinate with your clinician, Morgan Bartikofsky is the welcoming voice and organized force making it all happen. As our Practice Coordinator, Morgan handles all things scheduling, appointment changes, and client intake forms with the utmost care, efficiency, and dedication.

Morgan holds an Associate Degree in Health Sciences, providing her with a solid foundation in healthcare administration and a deep understanding of patient needs. Her role at Sage Psychiatric is also a family affair—she is proud to work alongside her mother, LaLine Riley, the owner and founder of Sage Psychiatric, sharing a joint commitment to providing seamless, compassionate care to our community.

Working from her home in Meridian, Idaho, Morgan expertly balances her professional life with her most important role: being a busy stay-at-home mom to her six wonderful children.

How to Connect with Morgan

  • Phone & Text: 360-228-5576

  • Availability: Monday – Friday, until 5:00 PM (Mountain Time)

Quick Tips for Reaching Out:

  • Texting is Preferred: While Morgan accepts both calls and texts, sending a text message is the fastest way to get a response!

  • Time Zone Reminder: Because Morgan lives in Idaho, she is one hour ahead of us. Her workday ends at 5:00 PM her time (which is 4:00 PM local time). Please keep this in mind for same-day scheduling needs!