Daniel Smith, PMHNP-BC
Provider
ADHD · Mood Disorders · Anxiety · Pediatric psychiatry
Qualifications & Education
Academic Background
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program, East Tennessee State University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Western Carolina University
Certifications & Licenses
- Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
- Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), North Carolina
- DEA Registered Practitioner
- Certified SPRAVATO® Treatment Provider
Professional Experience
Clinical Leadership & Advanced Practice
Daniel brings extensive leadership experience in inpatient behavioral health settings, having served as an Assistant Nurse Manager, Nursing Supervisor, Psychiatric Liaison, Intake Coordinator, and Staff Supervisor. His background includes managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing staff scheduling and payroll, conducting competency assessments, participating in policy review and development, and training new employees. Through these leadership roles, he has developed strong skills in crisis evaluation, patient assessment, and collaborative care coordination while fostering a supportive and safety-focused clinical environment.
Areas of Specialized Expertise
Daniel has specialized experience in inpatient psychiatry, crisis stabilization, and psychiatric intake evaluations across adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. His clinical expertise includes anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and behavioral crisis management. He incorporates evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed care into his practice. His diverse experience in emergency psychiatry, inpatient treatment, and long-term care settings allows him to provide thoughtful, individualized care for patients with complex mental health needs.
Community & Academic Contributions
Daniel is committed to improving access to compassionate psychiatric care in rural and underserved communities. Throughout his career, he has contributed to staff education, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration within behavioral health systems. His experience training new healthcare staff, supporting team development, and promoting safe patient care practices reflects his dedication to strengthening both clinical teams and patient outcomes. He remains passionate about reducing stigma surrounding mental health treatment and helping individuals and families navigate recovery with dignity and support.
Approach to Care
I approach psychiatric care with a calm, practical, and patient-focused mindset rooted in trust, consistency, and open communication. I recognize that mental health treatment is not one-size-fits-all and works closely with each individual to create realistic, sustainable treatment plans aligned with their personal goals and daily functioning. Drawing from prior experience across acute, inpatient, and community-based settings, I strive to help patients feel supported, informed, and empowered throughout every stage of their care.