Gwen Aileen Pontikes, LPC-MHSP, LADAC II
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About Me
Psychotherapist - providing clinical care for clients struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety and depression.
Education & Experience
*MS, Clinical Mental Health from Lipscomb University with specialties in Addiction and Expressive Arts Therapy
*Private Practice launched in January, 2026.
*4 years of clinical experience at residential treatment center for clients struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health issues.
*Completed BASIC EMDR training and 10 supervision hours with EMDR Consulting (Training October 1-5, 2025), Supervision Hours completed 6/18/26.
*Completed 60 hour Somatic EMDR Certificate training with Embody Labs 7/6/26.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Nashville Psychiatric Institute - programming committee member
Specialty Area
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Seniors
Language
- English
Insurance
- Does Not Accept Insurance
