Sarah Nygren

She/Her

Clinical Services Director

snygren@mkelgbt.org

414-271-2656 x108

Sarah Nygren serves as the Clinical Services Director at the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, bringing a deep commitment to mental health equity and trauma-informed care for the LGBTQ+ community. A Wauwatosa native and resident, Sarah is passionate about expanding access to culturally competent mental health services, recognizing the significant challenges LGBTQ+ individuals face around trauma, addiction, and mental health disparities.

Sarah holds a dual license in the State of Wisconsin as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC). She earned her Master of Science in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a trauma certification from Mount Mary University in 2019. Her academic foundation began with a double major in Psychology and Women’s Studies from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater in 2009.

Before entering the mental health field, Sarah worked for the Wisconsin State Department of Corrections, serving as a Correctional Officer and later as a Correctional Sergeant. These experiences further shaped her dedication to supporting underserved populations and confronting systemic barriers to care.

As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community herself, Sarah’s leadership is rooted in advocacy, empathy, and resilience. She is driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to healing and support in affirming, inclusive spaces.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys life with her wife of nine years (whom she met at Milwaukee PrideFest), her stepson, and her beloved pets—including her registered emotional support bearded dragon. A former national champion with the Milwaukee Scylla Women’s Rugby team, Sarah embraces adventure, tattoos, piercings, and quality time with family and friends.