Introducing to you our team of competitive and experienced professionals
Dr. Avanti Brown, APRN, DNP, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP
CEO | Provider | Educator & Community Advocate
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner | Addictions Advanced Practice Provider
Dr. Avanti Brown, a native of West Tennessee, has been serving the mental health community since 2013. She is the CEO of Brown Behavioral Health Services, an Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) – BSN and DNP programs, a member of the Board of Directors at UTHSC, and a Healthcare Stakeholder for the Community Advisory Council (CAC) for the ACCESS (Achieving Cancer Care Equity and Systematic Solutions) Study.
Dr. Brown earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2015 and worked as a Registered Nurse for many years. In 2021, she completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at UTHSC, specializing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and became ANCC board-certified. During her graduate studies, she received multiple awards, including the Chancellor Diversity Scholarship Award, University Scholar Diversity Scholarship, HRSA ANEW Grant, and the Grace S. Wallace Scholarship Award.
In 2022, she became a certified Medical Examiner for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, providing DOT (Department of Transportation) physical exams for CDL drivers and students. In 2025, she achieved dual certification as a Certified Addictions Advanced Practice Provider, expanding her expertise in MAT and MOUD treatment.
With extensive experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics across telehealth, outpatient, and inpatient settings, Dr. Brown combines clinical excellence with compassion to ensure her patients receive the best possible care.
Dr. Kayla Williams, APRN, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kayla Williams is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care across the lifespan. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2024, following her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Baptist College of Health Sciences in 2019.
She provides evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults facing a wide range of mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns. Dr. Williams is passionate about reducing stigma and promoting early intervention in mental health care.
Her goal is to empower patients and families through education, individualized treatment planning, and ongoing support.
Dr. Jessica Allen, MSN, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jessica Allen is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with a focus on providing client-centered, expert mental health and medical services, including medical consultations, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management to all communities. Dr. Allen treats individuals age 5 years and above. She offers flexible & affordable telehealth, mobile, & in-person appointments, with some evenings & weekends available.
