Kirsten Nelson

Kirsten Nelson (born October 3, 1970) is an American actress and director. Born in Oklahoma, though raised in Chicago, Nelson attended Northwestern University and became a founding member of Chicago's Roadworks Theatre Ensemble before moving to Los Angeles. She starred in the USA Network dramedy Psych, where her character, Chief Karen Vick, is promoted to Chief of Police in Santa Barbara in Season 2.

Nelson’s other roles include roles on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The O'Keefes (as Ellie O’Keefe), Baby's Day Out, The Fugitive, Frasier, Ally McBeal, The West Wing, Just Shoot Me! and Boy Meets World. Nelson is a Lutheran.

Kirsten Nelson is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Psych (2006), Stuck in the Suburbs (2004), Malcolm in the Middle (2000), NCIS (2003), Bones (2005), Ally McBeal (1997), Frasier (1993), The West Wing (1999). The recorded credits span 1993 to 2016, including 4 movies and 22 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.