Scott Farris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (865) 390-9540
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Available both in-person and online
10142 National Boulevard Ste 114 Knoxville, TN 37922
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Scott Farris, PMHNP, helps adults and seniors across Tennessee navigate complex mental health challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care. Practicing at LifeStance Health, Scott offers support to individuals managing anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder—providing thoughtful medication management, therapy integration, and recovery-oriented strategies tailored to each patient’s unique needs. He serves patients ages 18 and older and is especially skilled in working with individuals who may feel overwhelmed by emotional distress or struggling with longstanding patterns of mood instability.
Scott is particularly passionate about supporting individuals dealing with substance use disorders, psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). With years of clinical experience in both outpatient and intensive settings, he brings a trauma-informed lens to every encounter.
His approach is rooted in understanding the intersection of mental health and identity, and he provides a safe, inclusive space for members of the LGBTQ+ community, helping them feel heard, affirmed, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Scott Farris now - (865) 390-9540
Let's Connect (865) 390-9540
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Humana
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (P
- Quest
- Sana Benefits
- TRICARE
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Tennessee / 22375 Supervised by Paul Pyles (Tennessee / 45914) Scott Penn Farris
- Georgia State University, MS, Graduated 2007
- Degree/Diploma from University Of Tennessee Knoxville BS / 1986
- Degree/Diploma from Georgia State University BS / 1997
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Scott Farris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (865) 390-9540
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Medication Management
- ADHD
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Psychosis
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Scott Farris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (865) 390-9540
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
I also speak
English
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
I also speak
English
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
Scott Farris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (865) 390-9540
Location
Primary Location
LifeStance Health
10142 National Boulevard
Ste 114
Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 390-9540Email Me
Nearby Areas
Scott Farris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (865) 390-9540