Lora Deckard-Smart, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC,
About Lora Deckard-Smart (She/Her)
Lora Deckard-Smart, PMHNP, is dedicated to providing compassionate and expert mental health care to individuals across Tennessee. She specializes in medication management, ensuring that each patient receives personalized treatment tailored to their unique needs. Lora serves a diverse range of patients, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, helping them navigate their mental health journeys with empathy and professionalism. Lora is particularly passionate about addressing ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She understands the profound impact these conditions can have on daily life and works diligently to help her patients manage their symptoms and improve their overall well-being. Her approach is holistic, considering all aspects of a patient’s life to provide comprehensive care. In addition to her focus on ADHD, anxiety, and depression, Lora has extensive experience working with individuals dealing with PTSD and trauma. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where patients can explore their experiences and find healing. Lora also offers specialized care for those with bipolar disorder, ensuring that her patients receive the stability and support they need. Lora’s expertise extends to working with various populations, including those in the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with developmental disabilities, and military veterans. She is dedicated to providing inclusive and respectful care, recognizing the unique challenges these groups may face. Her practice at LifeStance Health is a testament to her commitment to serving the mental health needs of her community. Outside of her professional life, Lora enjoys reading and spending quality time with her two cats and her son. These personal interests help her maintain a balanced life and bring a sense of empathy and understanding to her practice.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 6-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Mental health during perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- PMS & PMDD
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- ADHD
- Alcohol use
- Autism spectrum & neurodivergence
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood ADHD, attention or focus issues
- Childhood behavioral issues
- Conditions caused by stress
- Dementia & memory concerns
- Drug/substance use
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Eating issues: binging
- Gender identity & mental health
- Grief & loss
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Hallucinations
- Hoarding
- Intellectual disability (living independently)
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Men's health/issues
- Mental health related to pregnancy & reproductive health
- Mid-life transitions
- Military, veteran, and first responder mental health
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Phobias
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- School behavioral issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- 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
- Ball State University
- Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Locations
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Questions About
Lora Deckard-Smart
Please call us at 615-880-8427 to schedule an appointment with Lora Deckard-Smart.
Lora Deckard-Smart generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist. Please call 615-880-8427 to find out Lora Deckard-Smart'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 Lora Deckard-Smart:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- 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 615-880-8427 to see how we can help.
Yes, Lora Deckard-Smart is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Lora Deckard-Smart works at:
Yes, Lora Deckard-Smart does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Lora Deckard-Smart is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: