About Brooks Healing Center

Staff Who Understand the Struggles of Addiction

Staff Who Understand the Struggles of Addiction

Brooks Healing Center specializes in top–of–the–line, research-backed therapeutic techniques. Our modalities are delivered by a team of heart-centered and seasoned staff who’ve seen it all.

With decades of combined firsthand experience, our team understands the life-changing effects of substance abuse from the inside out. We are trained to deliver the highest quality of compassion-centered and growth-oriented care.

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How We Began

Founder’s Message

PURPOSE-DRIVEN STAFF

We’re blessed to have the most compassionate physicians with years of first-hand experience, convicted to help build a safe, loving environment for those who need it most.

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FOUNDED WITH LOVE

Healing from substance abuse can be a lonely journey, but you don’t have to do it all on your own. Here, you matter. We are here to lend you the support and acceptance on your journey to find yourself again.

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ROOTED IN NATURE

Planted in rural Bedford County, Brooks Healing Center is surrounded by luscious greenery and fresh air only found in the country.

It’s the perfect location to slow down and allow yourself the time to cleanse physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

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Meet Some of Our Team

Tyler is the heart of the Brooks Healing Center; his vision is to guide others to find their own recovery and to thrive in life. Tyler was fortunate to have lived through his addiction and now finds fulfillment in serving others. Tyler has worked in the substance abuse field since 2015 and felt convicted to build a place where individuals are loved until they can learn to love themselves. Tyler has the love and support of his family as he continues to provide care to those who have lost themselves along the way.

Tyler is the father of three daughters, Charlotte, Isabella, and Olivia. Tyler’s wife, Gina, supports the Brooks Healing Center’s vision, and she shares his passion for helping others as well. Tyler has a story to tell and is willing to share his experiences, good or bad, with anyone. Tyler feels that Brooks Healing Center is the way he gives back for all he took when he was using. For the past seven years, Tyler has gone above and beyond to share his recovery and loves the life that recovery has provided him.

Cady Fields is the Executive Assistant and Human Resources Coordinator at Brooks Healing Center. Cady graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations in 2020. She is currently pursuing her MBA at MTSU.

Cady has been in recovery herself since 2018, and she has a passion for helping patients and employees reach their full potential as they learn to navigate life’s challenges. When she is not working, Cady enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with her family, and helping others in recovery.

Lisa is a Nashville native who has worked treating mental health disorders and addictions in the middle Tennessee area for over 25 years. Lisa obtained her Master’s of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee.

Early in her career, Lisa worked in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, and also a maximum-security prison. Since 2007, she has worked as a family therapist, primary therapist, and clinical director at several substance use disorder treatment centers and is excited to bring her experience to the Brooks Healing Center team.

Lisa views the treatment of mental health and addiction disorders through a trauma-informed lens and has been trained in various treatment approaches including Brainspotting, EMDR, SomEx, CBT, and DBT. Lisa has personally worked 12-step recovery program for the last 18 years. Lisa currently lives in Nashville with her three fur babies and is an avid supporter of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, and Nashville Soccer Club.

Alicia is a part of our admissions team and makes sure the admissions process is as simple and straight forward as possible.

Alicia really goes above and beyond to make sure Clients and Families understand what treatment is, what treatment options are available.

Alicia is in recovery herself and continues to grow and has a passion for helping addicts that are still suffering both at work and outside of work.

Gage’s personal recovery journey has fueled his passion for working in the treatment industry and assisting those who are starting their recovery. As Operations Manager, his desire is to educate, motivate, and empower the staff who work with our clients in order to help every person that comes in to BHC. Gage’s main goal is ensuring that the staff and facility provides each individual the highest quality of care.

Gage has an Associates of Science degree, as well as an additional Associates degree in Mechatronics. Gage is also in the process of obtaining his Certified Peer Recovery Specialist certification. In his free time, Gage enjoys participating in anything sports related, spending time with friends, and playing with his dog Lulah.

Michael J Crow is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with credentialling in multiple discipline areas who believes in evidence based, patient centered care. With 14 years of experience in medicine, including specialty experience in critical care, urgent care, primary care, and nephrology, he has a broad training in numerous areas of potential patient care areas.

He graduated from the University of Alabama’s Family Nurse Practitioner School in the top 3% of national exam testing. He has membership in the Tennessee Nurses Association, American Nurses Credentialling Center, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, North Alabama Nurse Practitioner Association, and American Nephrology Nurses Association. He spends his free time with his wife and four children doing outdoor activities and service work, with a passion for off road racing.

Susan joined our team December 2021 as Executive Chef. She was born and raised in Southern middle Tennessee. She prides herself in providing well balanced meals and comfort foods to clients as they navigate the road to recovery.  She has an Associate Degree and over 27 years of experience in nutrition and food services. She is ServSafe certified,  has certificates in leadership, and has extensive training in produce safety and selection.

When Susan is not at work, she enjoys experimenting with new recipes and exploring new restaurants. She also enjoys spending time with her daughter, hiking, photography, and cruising the country back roads.

Terry has embarked upon a career in behavioral health with a focus on substance use and co- occurring disorders. Terry’s passion for those he serves and his ability to foster healthy relationships is a culmination of roles previously held in customer service and community volunteer work. The career transition from customer service and community volunteer work to substance use disorder treatment is exemplary of Terry’s evolution as an individual who has found his calling.

As an Admissions Coordinator at Addiction Campuses, Terry further honed his communication skills and his ability to establish professional relationships, in addition to mastering the complex nuances of insurances and SUD treatment placement. To better prepare himself for a career in addictions, Terry transitioned from Addiction Campuses to Buffalo Valley Treatment Center as a Treatment Navigator to gain direct service experience and build his professional repertoire. Terry is vested in the work of SUD treatment and taking active steps to prepare to take the LADAC exam. Terry’s steep learning curve and his ability to establish rapport make him a great fit here at Brooks Treatment Center.

Amanda joined the BHC team in September 2022 as the Community Liaison. She is a Knoxville native that moved to Middle Tennessee in 2017. She is currently pursuing a business degree at Middle Tennessee State University.

In her leisure time, Amanda enjoys hiking and exploring new outdoor adventures. Amanda has been in recovery since November 2017, and is excited to be able to give back to the recovery community by being part of the BHC team.

Brandon is from middle Tennessee, and has triumphed over addiction in his personal life. With a passion for substance use and mental health fields, he has excelled in operations and business development in these areas. Brandon’s journey to recovery fuels his dedication to helping others facing similar challenges.

On weekends, you can find him spending time with his family, watching football games, or attending concerts. Through his experiences and unwavering commitment, Brandon continues to make a profound impact, fostering hope and helping people find help.

How We Began

Our mission stems directly from the heart of our founder, Tyler Bowman. Tyler has lived several years in recovery and wants to give back to the community that has been an integral part of his life. Tyler and others founded Brooks Healing Center so that no one feels alone on their journey.

Healing addiction can feel daunting, especially when rooted in complicated traumatic events and overwhelming emotions. Having a team of experts who understand the nuances and complexities of recovery is vital to ensuring long-term recovery.

Founded with love, rooted in nature

Learn to Navigate Life’s Waters with Clarity of Mind, Body, and Spirit

Healing from substance abuse can be a lonely journey, but you don’t have to do it all on your own. At Brooks Healing Center, you matter. We’re here to lend you love, support, and acceptance on your journey to find yourself again.

Focused on Long-Term Recovery

Brooks Healing Center specializes in top–of–the–line, research-backed therapeutic techniques. Our modalities are delivered by a team of heart-centered and seasoned staff who’ve seen it all.

With decades of combined firsthand experience, our team understands the life-changing effects of substance abuse from the inside out. We are trained to deliver the highest quality of compassion-centered and growth-oriented care.

Messages From Our Founder

Loss in Addiction

Tyler’s Story

Our Promise to Patients

The Name: Brooks Healing Center

The Brooks Healing Center Team

Why I Started Brooks Healing Center