Meet our Team!
Our Team
Executive Director
Allison Lowe, LPC-MHSP, CEDS
Allison grew up in Bristol, TN and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Child Psychology from East Tennessee State University and her Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology from Purdue University. Allison is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation in TN and is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist as credentialed by the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals.
Allison has been serving clients’ mental health needs in Knoxville for over 15 years. Before starting her private practice, The Nourished Brain, in 2016, Allison worked in a variety of mental health care settings, including in-home services, outpatient community mental health, intensive outpatient programs, mobile crisis and crisis stabilization units, psychiatric hospitals and emergency rooms, and a residential treatment center for complex psychiatric disorders. Allison co-founded and co-owns Embodied Healing Collective, established in 2024, a collective of outpatient therapists. She is honored to be the co-founder and co-owner of Embodied Healing Project, a professional and personal dream she first envisioned more than a decade ago.
Clinical Director
Lindsey Kontovich, LPC-MHSP, ACS, RYT-200
Lindsey grew up in a small town in southern Georgia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia and went on to graduate from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Master's degree in Community Mental Health Counseling. In the mental health field since 2005, Lindsey has worked in various mental health settings that have helped her be prepared to support and understand each person's unique story and needs.
Lindsey ventured into private practice in 2016, which led her to learn about the importance of utilizing body-based therapies and interventions in her work. She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, and trauma-informed yoga. Lindsey is the Co-Founder and Co-Owner of both Embodied Healing Collective and Embodied Healing Project. Lindsey is an Approved Counseling Supervisor who enjoys helping new clinicians find their unique theory and treatment model from which to practice as well as their therapeutic voice.
IOP Therapist
Leanne Potts, LMSW, CYT
Leanne is a Licensed Master Social Worker. Before becoming a therapist, she spent 8 years as an elementary school teacher, which taught her patience, compassion, and the importance of truly listening to people’s stories. She felt called to support others in a deeper way and went back to school to pursue social work, earning her Bachelor’s and then Master’s degree in 2021.
Leanne has been honored to work with people facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health concerns, OCD, and substance use. Along the way, she noticed that many clients were also struggling with eating disorders—often without even realizing it themselves. Seeing how these struggles were overlooked inspired her to focus intentionally on helping people with eating disorders find the support and specialized care they deserve. At the heart of her work is a deep belief in meeting each client with warmth, respect, and hope for healing.
Medical Director
Dr. Kelly Ownby
Kelly Ownby, MD is a psychiatrist who cares deeply about walking alongside her patients on their journey to healing. She is board certified in Adult Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and has completed specialized training with Postpartum Support International, reflecting her passion for supporting women’s mental health.
Dr. Ownby graduated summa cum laude from Furman University with a degree in Health and Exercise Science before completing her psychiatry residency at East Tennessee State University, where she served as Chief Resident. For more than 15 years, she has worked in a wide range of settings—including hospitals, outpatient clinics, residential treatment programs, and addiction centers—giving her a broad perspective on mental health care. She has also been invited to share her knowledge as a speaker on topics such as mental health during pregnancy, medication management, and the latest updates in adult psychiatric care.
At the heart of her work, Dr. Ownby believes in creating a safe, compassionate space where people feel truly heard. She is passionate about helping her patients understand their illnesses and treatment options, so they feel empowered to take an active role in their recovery and overall well-being.
Registered Dietitians
Radiant Nutrition
Bios coming soon!
Administrative Assistant
Shannon Martindale
Bio coming soon!