Leadership Team

Lindsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor who specializes in leadership and behavioral health administration. She wants to help eradicate the stigma surrounding mental health by making therapy and psychiatric care a normalized, accessible, and enjoyable aspect of wellness. Lindsey has worked in settings spanning the entire continuum of care for behavioral health, from acute psychiatric hospitalization to outpatient therapy, giving her a unique view of the needs of clients at all access points and levels of care. One of her biggest goals at MBW is to improve access to affordable, quality integrative healthcare with a passionate focus on whole person wellness, including lifestyle, physical health, and environment. Lindsey has received specialized training in trauma therapy, animal-assisted interventions, providing services to individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, and helping professionals like attorneys and healthcare workers meet the specific demands of their professions while living in optimal health.

Dr. Collen has enjoyed a myriad of psychiatric practice since he began in 2003. He has experience treating a range of issues including addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma and other psychiatric conditions. He particularly appreciates the effectiveness of a combined treatment approach to include modalities such as psychotherapy, medication, and other ancillary treatments. It is this combined approach which Dr. Collen believes is crucial to help facilitate the change his patients desire in their lives. A wide range of professional experiences informs Dr. Collen’s work including community mental health, residential and intensive outpatient addiction treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and experiential therapy. He completed medical school in 1999 and a general psychiatry residency in 2003 at The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio. Dr. Collen is board certified in General Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and in Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Addiction Medicine.

Kelly has a professional background in Business Management, Operations, and Substance Abuse & Mental Health where she has contributed to the success of several new companies and organizations. She was a part of Shipt’s early start leading to a major retail acquisition and nationwide expansion; local non-profit, Nashville Diaper Connection, where she created the framework, systems, and processes that contributed to their mission of providing diapers to babies in need and improving overall infant health in Nashville. After deciding to follow her passion of helping others make their way to a life in recovery and freedom, Kelly entered into Substance Abuse & Mental Health treatment where she has experience in Revenue Cycle Management and Admissions. Kelly’s dream of being able to use both her skills in building successful companies and her passion for helping others live a happy & healthy life, led her to join Mind Body Wellness in 2022. Kelly’s personal interests in overall wellness include spending time in nature, relaxing with a great book, working out, enjoying the company of her friends & family over coffee or wonderful food, and finding ways to enrich her life with art, music, and volunteering in the community.

Jamie has been a leader in the behavioral health industry for over 15 years, having worked and consulted for some of the largest and most successful companies in the field. Jamie decided to found Mind Body Wellness out of a personal passion to make top of the line mental healthcare more accessible, affordable, and integrated into a system of whole person wellness. After witnessing the trauma that can take place when individuals have to navigate a confusing maze of outpatient providers, insurance networks, and siloed specialty practices, Jamie decided to start a company that would provide a better option.

In his own words: “I’m Jamie. A dad, a proud recovering person, and a passionate advocate for mental and physical wellness. I remember when I started in this field at 24, my father told me to never forget my “why”. I haven’t. This is my why. For me, Mind Body Wellness is a gift to the field that both saved my life and gave me purpose. I was challenged by my colleagues and mentors to go beyond conventional and create something that solves a problem and disrupts status-quo. I feel like it is time for the mental health field to have a whole-person approach that is radically accessible and easy to navigate. Since I started in this field at 24 years old, I’ve always wanted to see outpatient mental health services integrated into a model that anyone can use, I have always felt like for the consumer, care should be easier to navigate, and that if you provide a plan for physical wellness alongside mental health, people will have better outcomes.”

Jamie has brought together a team of medical professionals, wellness coaches, peer recovery specialists, licensed therapists, and more to deliver a holistic and integrated approach to healthcare, all under one roof. He will continue to advocate tirelessly for these services to be covered in-network by insurance companies so that our clients can enjoy easy access to meaningful healthcare.

Lindsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor who specializes in leadership and behavioral health administration. She wants to help eradicate the stigma surrounding mental health by making therapy and psychiatric care a normalized, accessible, and enjoyable aspect of wellness. Lindsey has worked in settings spanning the entire continuum of care for behavioral health, from acute psychiatric hospitalization to outpatient therapy, giving her a unique view of the needs of clients at all access points and levels of care. One of her biggest goals at MBW is to improve access to affordable, quality integrative healthcare with a passionate focus on whole person wellness, including lifestyle, physical health, and environment. Lindsey has received specialized training in trauma therapy, animal-assisted interventions, providing services to individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, and helping professionals like attorneys and healthcare workers meet the specific demands of their professions while living in optimal health.

Dr. Collen has enjoyed a myriad of psychiatric practice since he began in 2003. He has experience treating a range of issues including addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma and other psychiatric conditions. He particularly appreciates the effectiveness of a combined treatment approach to include modalities such as psychotherapy, medication, and other ancillary treatments. It is this combined approach which Dr. Collen believes is crucial to help facilitate the change his patients desire in their lives. A wide range of professional experiences informs Dr. Collen’s work including community mental health, residential and intensive outpatient addiction treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and experiential therapy. He completed medical school in 1999 and a general psychiatry residency in 2003 at The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio. Dr. Collen is board certified in General Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and in Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Addiction Medicine.

Kelly has a professional background in Business Management, Operations, and Substance Abuse & Mental Health where she has contributed to the success of several new companies and organizations. She was a part of Shipt’s early start leading to a major retail acquisition and nationwide expansion; local non-profit, Nashville Diaper Connection, where she created the framework, systems, and processes that contributed to their mission of providing diapers to babies in need and improving overall infant health in Nashville. After deciding to follow her passion of helping others make their way to a life in recovery and freedom, Kelly entered into Substance Abuse & Mental Health treatment where she has experience in Revenue Cycle Management and Admissions. Kelly’s dream of being able to use both her skills in building successful companies and her passion for helping others live a happy & healthy life, led her to join Mind Body Wellness in 2022. Kelly’s personal interests in overall wellness include spending time in nature, relaxing with a great book, working out, enjoying the company of her friends & family over coffee or wonderful food, and finding ways to enrich her life with art, music, and volunteering in the community.

Stacy has over a decade of experience as a licensed clinical mental health professional who counsels, consults, coaches, supervises and educates clinicians, individuals, families, and systems regarding mental, emotional, social, and behavioral health. Stacy received her Bachelor’s in Music from Berklee College of Music and has her Master of Arts from Liberty University in Mental Health Counseling. A state licensed clinician and clinical supervisor, Stacy is approved to diagnose and treat all mental health disorders. Her training and certifications lie in Integrative Behavioral Health, Clinical Trauma Treatment, Personality Disorder Treatment and Dialectical Behavior Therapy Treatment. Stacy specializes in working with women and adolescents diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Complex Trauma, Stage of Life Issues, Grief, Personality Disorders, Ego Identity Issues, Spiritual Issues, and Relationship Issues. Beyond counseling, Stacy enjoys creating therapeutic curriculum, developing programs, leading the clinical team, and helping to steer the “Wellness” treatment vision for Mind Body Wellness. When she is not working, you will find Stacy producing in her music studio, sweating at the gym, hiking a trail with her husband, watching her daughters sing and dance, or taking her dogs on long walks. 

Aleks Popova is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at University of Washington in 2013 and her Master of Science in Nursing at Vanderbilt University in 2018.  Aleks embraces a patient-centered multimodal approach that integrates mental, physical, and social wellness. Aleks provides an empathetic, non-judgmental, and calm environment that allows patients to feel safe and heard. She believes in utilizing a model that incorporates psychotherapy, neurobiology, nutraceuticals, and psychopharmacology. Aleks works with adolescents and adults with a diverse range of psychiatric conditions including but not limited to anxiety, bipolar, depression, OCD, PTSD, psychosis and more. She takes an integrative approach when it comes to treatment and works together with her patients to come up with a treatment plan that works best for their needs. Aleks considers it an honor to work with her clients on their journey to mental health and wellness. In her free time, Aleks likes to spend time with her boyfriend and 3 dogs. She enjoys hiking, traveling, football, and learning new things. 

Leah (she, her) is a passionate advocate for creating relational change with self and others. Leah believes that knowledge of and alignment with the whole, authentic self is a crucial starting point for facilitating these changes. Leah offers a safe, accepting, and non-judgmental space for clients to heal, recover, discover, and build their best lives. Leah received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of West Alabama in December of 2021 and is currently working toward licensure. Leah has worked in the field of substance use disorder treatment since 2016 and obtained certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist in 2017. Leah is committed to continuing her education to best be of service to others. Leah is dedicated to working primarily with teens and adults who experience challenges with substance use disorders, process addictions, trauma, mental health, life transitions, and relationships. Leah strives to be a strong and empathetic ally for all her clients by providing understanding, positive regard, and by meeting people where they are. She primarily implements an integrative, evidenced-based approach in her practice by using a directive, person-centered, and solution-focused approach. In her spare time, Leah employs her own support system for self-care and continued growth. She sings in the Nashville Symphony Chorus, loves watching true crime shows, snuggles with her cat, Margie, and enjoys quality time with family and friends.

Natalie has worked as a mental health practitioner in the Nashville area for the past eight years. Natalie has enjoyed working in multiple counseling positions both in clinical and school-based settings. She enjoys working with people of all backgrounds and ages on developing their strengths and skills for mental wellness. Natalie specializes in attachment theory, dialectical and cognitive behavioral theories, and Internal Family Systems. When she is not working at Mind Body Wellness, Natalie likes to spend time outdoors, taking care of her garden and indoor plants, and reading on the back porch with her cat. She practices wellness by prioritizing healthy (but yummy!) cooking, movement, and time with loved ones.   

Hannah is an associate Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee, and a nationally certified counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors. Hannah graduated from Auburn University twice, once in 2020 with Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, and more recently in 2022, with a Master of Education Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Hannah has experience working with children, adolescents and their families in a variety of settings including inpatient, school-based, and intensive outpatient. Hannah utilizes trauma-informed therapy techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, dialectical behavioral skills, and psychoeducation to help clients heal from their pasts and build life skills. In her free time, Hannah enjoys spending time in nature, traveling, rock climbing, and taking barre classes.