Nicholas “Nick” Ehrhard, LCSW, BACS, is a licensed clinical social worker who provides counseling for children, teens, and families at Red Stick Pediatrics in Baton Rouge.
Nick grew up in Covington, Louisiana, and graduated from St. Paul’s School. He earned a double major in Psychology and Criminal Justice from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, then his Master of Social Work from LSU, with a specialization in children and youth.
Before joining Red Stick Pediatrics, Nick spent six years at NIALife Center for Counseling. He started as a Behavioral Health Professional, became a Clinical Assessor, and after earning his LCSW, served as a Clinical Supervisor.
Nick has worked with children and families facing ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, grief, addiction, and family challenges. He also helps families with school IEP accommodations, supports medication management alongside the medical team, and connects families with community resources.
Outside the office, Nick and his wife, Shelby, are raising three children, plus two shih tzus, Sophie and Lainie, and a cat named Moo. He enjoys movies and TV, Saints football, Mexican food, and trips to the beach.