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Specializing in career related issues, such as stress, motivation, career path discovery. Also provide individual in couples therapy for issues such as anxiety and relationship dynamics.

I Am Well Consulting is a boutique group therapy practice dedicated to fostering healing, resilience, and personal evolution. We believe that mental wellness is not merely the absence of struggle, but the presence of empowerment and a deeply rooted sense of self. Our practice serves as a sanctuary for those navigating the complexities of trauma, identity, and life transitions, providing a space where your lived experience is honored and your growth is prioritized.

I earned my B.A. in Psychology at the University of Southern California and my M.A. in Marital and Family Therapy at the University of San Diego. Born and raised in Nashville, I moved back to my hometown after completing my undergraduate and graduate degrees. My clinical experience includes family therapy, group therapy, and individual therapy with adults and teens. I've worked in residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient levels of care.

Hello! I’m Gwen Pontikes, the dedicated therapist behind Therapy with Gwen, specializing in trauma and addiction. With experience in supporting clients facing mental health challenges and substance use disorders in residential settings, I bring a wealth of life experience to my therapy practice. My own journey through a childhood marked by addiction and codependence has shaped my approach to therapy. Having navigated my struggles with anxiety and depression, I’ve gained valuable insights into managing childhood dysfunction and overcoming unhealthy coping mechanisms. I also understand the complexities of supporting a loved one through addiction recovery, which inspired me to transition into a second career in counseling. Throughout my life, I have cared for my parents during their declining health and end-of-life issues, striving to balance my responsibilities to them, my spouse, my children, and myself in a healthy manner. The grief I faced from losing my parents has deepened my understanding of life’s emotional challenges, allowing me to offer compassionate support to my clients. I prioritize my own wellbeing as a therapist by seeking supervision and consultation, and I invest in my personal growth through therapy. This commitment helps me be the best therapist I can for my clients.

I’m a therapist, mother, and amateur baker. I became a therapist for people who are feeling anxious and disconnected from themselves because I know how unfulfilling it can be to live your life in that way. Sometimes, it can feel as if you’re on autopilot. Or you feel persistently on edge and tense. Maybe you’re constantly doing things for other people and you’re noticing just how burnt out you are. You’ve lost sight of who you really are and what you really need. But, you feel stuck and you’re not sure where to start. I’m here to help. I’m compassionate, nonjudgmental, and real. We’ll talk honestly about what you’re going through and work together to build strategies that help.

I provide integrative med managment including therapy for adult population relating mental health issues. I believe in healing through collective effort from the patient and the providers side.

I'm a psychotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. My interest in this work began early, shaped by growing up in a codependent and emotionally complex family system. From a young age, I was drawn to understanding human behavior, emotional regulation, and the way people adapt to survive. Later, my professional path was deepen by my own lived experience of addiction and long-term recovery. With 38 years in recovery, I bring a grounded, compassionate, and non-patholigizing lens to the therapy process. This experience informed my deep respect for the nervous system, attachment patterns, and the intelligence of adaptive responses. My approach is relational, somatic, and experiential. I integrate nervous system based and parts – informed modalities to support healing that unfolds through safety, pacing, and attuned presence. I am particularly interested in helping people move beyond insight, alone toward embodied, change, integration, and renewed agency. I believe therapy works best when it honors both resilience and vulnerability, and when healing is approached as a collaborative process rather than something imposed.

I am a Middle TN native, not quite native to Nashville but very close! I've lived in this region my entire life and completed my Bachelor's in Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University and my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. I believe everyone deserves a space where you can show up 100% authentically as you, where you're free from judgement or criticism. This is the type of space I try to create in my office, because I truly believe that change occurs only when we are safe enough to let our guards down and be completely honest about where we are. I'm not afraid of your tears, hard stories, tragic losses, or any emotion you may be experiencing. You are not "too much," "too emotional," or "too messy" for me to sit with. I am honored to be a witness to your story and grateful to help you find comfort and regulation, whatever your story is. I am a lover of people, plants, fiber arts (knit, crochet, embroidery and cross stitch) and visual arts (especially watercolor painting and photography!). With that said, I also offer outdoor sessions for those wanting to ground in nature. We don't always have to meet inside; this can almost feel cruel to do on days that the weather is incredible! With Centennial Park right outside my office door, this gives us an easy opportunity to go outside on beautiful days.

Welcome! I’m Susan Martin, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified neuropsychotherapist with advanced training in trauma-informed, brain-based therapy. I work with adults who appear “high-functioning” on the outside yet feel chronically overwhelmed, emotionally disconnected, anxious, or exhausted on the inside. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, or helpers who have spent years pushing through stress, performing well, and taking care of others—often at the expense of themselves. My background includes extensive experience treating trauma, chronic stress, anxiety, nervous system dysregulation, and relational wounds. I specialize in working with clients who understand their struggles intellectually but feel stuck when it comes to emotional relief or lasting change. Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and paced uniquely to your nervous system. Clients often describe my style as grounding, attuned, and practical. I value creating a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or “have it all together.” Together, we focus on helping your body and brain feel safer so healing can happen naturally and sustainably.

My goal is to walk alongside you as you explore your story, heal from past wounds, and create new patterns for the future. I take a holistic approach to care, supporting the mind, body, and spirit, while working collaboratively with you at your pace. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, processing trauma, or seeking healthier relationships, I strive to provide a safe and supportive space where you can begin writing the next chapter of your life. I graduated from LeTourneau University in East Texas with a dual Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Counseling. After graduation, my husband and I moved to Middle Tennessee to start our new chapter. I desire to stand in the gap between hard places and life with my clients who may be struggling with trauma, anxiety, postpartum transition, or other mental health issues. I believe that our life experiences are not wasted and can be used for the good of ourselves and others.

With over two decades of experience in the field of social work, I've had the opportunity to work with a wide range of people in many different settings - from medical and school environments to community-based and crisis-focused work. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the emotional weight people carry, especially when they're in caregiving roles or navigating major life challenges. ​Over the years, I've developed a strong foundation in working with trauma, grief, and loss - and I've learned how to hold space for people when life feels overwhelming or uncertain. My approach is compassionate and shaped by real-life experience. I aim to create a space where you don't have to have all the answers - just a willingness to show up as you are.

Hi, I’m Jessica LeAnn Smith, MS, LPC-MHSP, AS, a licensed therapist and owner of Smith Behavioral Health & Wellness, LLC. I help clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, burnout, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, trauma focused, culturally responsive, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when you feel safe, supported, and understood. I integrate evidence-based practices like CBT and mindfulness, along with Brainspotting and holistic wellness tools to support both emotional and nervous system healing. In our work together, you can expect a nonjudgmental space, practical tools you can use outside of sessions, and a therapist who will gently challenge you while honoring your pace. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, more connected to yourself, and more confident in how you move through life.

Hi! My name is Andrea and I specialize in helping those with self esteem issues, anxiety, relationship issues and trauma. I am a firm believer that anyone can benefit from counseling. Whether you're in crisis or needing a place to vent and process, I'm happy to hold space for whatever comes up. You are worthy and valuable, no matter what you've been through and deserve a safe space to talk through it. Even therapists need therapy and that is why I too have been in therapy throughout my life. I am a firm believer that it works if we put in the work. Outside of being a therapist, I enjoy listening to Taylor Swift, being outside, spending time with my dogs and pet bunny, and taking road trips with my husband. If you want to learn more about how I can help, shoot me a message.

If a part of you is feeling intimidated by therapy and another part is trying to talk yourself out of needing it, you’re in good company. Before becoming a therapist, I sat in the client’s chair—both in individual and couples therapy. I’ve experienced firsthand the courage it takes to find the right therapist, to risk vulnerability with a stranger, and to start an unfamiliar process. But the reality is, when you have the right clinician, therapy should be the place where you finally feel safe enough to meet yourself.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life stressors. Many of the people I work with are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in painful patterns, or trying to make sense of difficult experiences that continue to impact their daily lives. My approach is compassionate, practical, and grounded in evidence-based treatment. I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported while also working toward meaningful change. I believe that healing happens when we are able to better understand our experiences, regulate our nervous system, and develop healthier ways of responding to stress, emotions, and relationships. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I often incorporate nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and trauma-informed strategies into our work together. Clients often tell me they appreciate having a therapist who is both supportive and direct. My goal is to help you gain insight, build practical skills, and move toward a life that feels more stable, connected, and aligned with your values.

Originally from Memphis, I have lived in Nashville for ten years and still find myself exploring new areas. I graduated from Lipscomb University with a Bachelor’s in Dietetics and went on to complete my dietetic internship there. I also received a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a concentration in sports nutrition from Texas Tech University. When I’m not working, I enjoy baking, traveling, reading, hiking, and finding the yummiest bakeries in town! I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating, while also seeing clients for a number of other nutrition-related concerns (body image, chronic dieting, sports nutrition, diabetes management, meal support, and more). I currently provide nutrition-related therapy in-person and virtually through a private, secure network for adolescents (12+) and adults of all ages.

I strive to become the best I can be in and out of the therapy room. I enjoy reading, singing, listening to music, working out at the gym, and exploring new ideas. Water sports, running/walking, and hiking are my outdoor activities of choice. Playing a board or strategy game with my friends and family are ways I stay connected and are what I look forward to after some time with myself. I am grateful to worship at St. Elizabeth Orthodox Christian Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. On our journey, I want to help you gain more self-knowledge and channel your thoughts, emotions, and desires in a way that helps bring you to a place of greater wholeness and connection.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) in the state of Tennessee. I received my bachelor degree in Psychology from Tennessee Technological University in 2017 and went on to complete my Masters program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lipscomb University in 2019. I have experience working in the clinical setting with adult individuals and couples. I began working as a crisis counselor in 2019 but worked in the crisis field as a resident counselor, facilitating group therapy before this. I transitioned to clinical counseling, seeing individuals and couples, in 2022 and have loved it since. My work has been with those who are struggling with any form of trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, attachment issues, emotional wounds, addiction, self-worth issues, and adult children of dysfunctional family systems.

My name is Carly Stiver, and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I earned my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples who are willing to do the intentional work of understanding themselves and their relationships more deeply. My goal is to create a supportive and thoughtful space where clients can explore challenges, develop greater self-awareness, and move toward living more fulfilling lives and building more meaningful, connected relationships.

I treat clients who seek to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and how they relate to the world around them. Learn skills to help you build a life that aligns with your core values. Master relationships, and begin to flourish toward your personal and professional goals. I use a client-centered, strengths-based approach, to help clients realize their full potential, and to learn how to overcome stress and anxiety. I work with clients to promote positive change by establishing a therapeutic relationship built on trust, to encourage openness and honesty. Gain a better understanding of yourself, and work to improve relationships with your family, friends, and community. Reach out by phone or email to set up an appointment today. Begin your journey toward self-discovery and mastery by building skills that you can take with you for the rest of your life.