Dr. Trisha Price-Smith is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Case Manager dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degrees from Maryville University.

Before becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Dr. Price-Smith spent more than a decade as a registered nurse case manager, coordinating care for individuals with complex medical and psychosocial needs. She has also led and contributed to large-scale healthcare initiatives focused on improving patient outcomes, quality of care, and healthcare delivery. These experiences shaped her belief that exceptional mental health care begins by treating the whole person—not simply the diagnosis.

Dr. Price-Smith was drawn to psychiatry because she believes everyone deserves the opportunity to become the best version of themselves, and that journey begins with mental health. She recognizes that emotional well-being influences every aspect of life, including relationships, physical health, career, and overall quality of life.

Her approach to care is trauma-informed, collaborative, and patient-centered. She believes every individual deserves to be treated as a person, not a diagnosis. By taking the time to understand each patient's unique experiences, strengths, values, and goals, she develops individualized treatment plans grounded in the best available evidence and tailored to each person's needs.

Dr. Price-Smith believes the best psychiatric care doesn't simply reduce symptoms—it helps people reclaim the lives they want to live. She is committed to building strong therapeutic relationships founded on trust, respect, and collaboration, creating a safe environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered to actively participate in their care.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Price-Smith has served as nursing faculty, reflecting her longstanding commitment to education and lifelong learning. She believes that understanding is an essential part of healing and is passionate about helping patients better understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and the science behind their care. By empowering patients with knowledge, she encourages them to become informed, active partners in their mental health journey and work toward lasting wellness.