Stephanie Smith-Fornshell, DNP, APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC

Board Certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Please note: Stephanie is currently not meeting with patients who are seeking someone to manage their ADHD medications.

stephanies@irismentalhealthmn.com ‪| (612) 367-7831‬

My personal style is: Treat everyone with respect and in a non-judgmental manner. Listen to others. There is always hope.
— Stephanie Smith
Experience

Stephanie Smith-Fornshell (She/Her/Hers) is a board certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner who has interest in the whole person. She has a decade of experience as a provider in psychiatry treating individuals with mental illness, cognitive disorders, substance abuse, and dementia.

Stephanie began her nursing degree at age 16 as a CNA. She has experienced working a women’s healthcare setting. Stephanie is also a college didactic instructor at Walden University. Stephanie has one daughter and has four grandchildren who are her life. Stephanie spends time as an active member in her community as well as a mental health advocate.

Stephanie provides psychiatric assessments and prescribes medications for adults, ages 18+, and offers appointments via telehealth.

Education: BSN, The College of St. Scholastica, MSN, University of Cincinnati, and DNP with honors, Walden University.

Member of AANP, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, and has been inducted to the National Honor Society of Leadership and Success

License: MN CNP 2759 & MN RN R1908376

Therapy Approach

Specialties:

  • Perinatal Mental Health

  • Genesight genetic testing

  • Women’s Health & Wellness

  • Mood & Anxiety Disorders

  • Dual diagnosis (mental health & chemical dependency)

Personal

What are your interests outside of work? Spending time with my family and friends, spending time outdoors walking, hiking, and bicycling, mowing, and doing DIY projects.

What is one thing you do daily that supports your mental and emotional well-being? Exercising and listening to music.

Do you have any pets? Yes- Two German Shepherds (Hans and Herman)"

What do you like to listen to? Any Ted Talks

Favorite quote: “If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” — Tony Robbins