Pamela Smith, Nurse Practitioner
Pamela Smith, PMHNP helps individuals in North Carolina find balance, stability, and improved mental well-being through thoughtful, compassionate psychiatric care. As a dedicated prescriber at LifeStance Health, she offers personalized medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. Pamela works closely with patients to understand their unique challenges, develop tailored treatment plans, and empower them on their journey toward emotional resilience and improved quality of life. Her services are available across North Carolina, supporting a diverse range of communities with evidence-based care. Pamela is especially passionate about helping individuals living with ADHD, anxiety disorders, and mood-related conditions such as depression and bipolar disorder. She has a deep understanding of how these conditions affect individuals across the lifespan and takes a collaborative, empathetic approach to care. For young patients experiencing childhood behavior issues or struggling with focus and regulation, Pamela offers guidance rooted in both clinical insight and a genuine investment in each child’s developmental journey. Her work with substance use challenges is rooted in respect and support, providing nonjudgmental, medically informed treatment that prioritizes long-term recovery. Pamela also brings specialized experience in working with individuals who have developmental disabilities, creating a safe and inclusive space for their unique needs. Her approach blends clinical skill with a strong emphasis on dignity and personalized care, particularly for those who have historically faced barriers to mental health access. She is committed to reducing stigma and fostering trust with every patient she serves. Outside of her professional role, Pamela enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures as a way to recharge and gain perspective.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 6-64
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- ADHD
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood behavioral issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Drug/substance use
- Grief & loss
- Hallucinations
- Intense mood changes
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Panic attacks
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- School behavioral issues
- Self-esteem
- Sexual trauma
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Alignment Healthcare
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Medcost
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
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Frontier Nursing University
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University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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Hunter College Cuny
New patient?
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Questions
Please call us at 984-687-0053 to schedule an appointment with Pamela Smith.
Pamela Smith generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 984-687-0053 to find out Pamela Smith's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Pamela Smith:
- Aetna
- Alignment Healthcare
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Medcost
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 984-687-0053 to see how we can help.
Yes, Pamela Smith is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Pamela Smith works at:
Yes, Pamela Smith does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Pamela Smith is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: