Our Story

The Roots Collab grew out of Roots Collaborative Care, a collaborative midwifery practice built on the values of trust, care, and connection. Over time, we realized those same values could serve a wider purpose—creating a space where healthcare and wellness professionals can come together, not just to practice, but to thrive.

What began as a midwifery practice (now Sumner County Childbirth) has evolved into a shared professional environment: a place designed for independent practitioners who want the benefits of community without sacrificing the flexibility of working for themselves.

Today, The Roots Collab offers private offices and shared spaces for providers across the healthcare spectrum. It’s more than just a workplace—it’s a new way to root your practice in professionalism, collaboration, and community.

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Independent Providers at The ROOTS COLLAB

  • Gaylea McDougal

    Gaylea McDougal, CPM-TN, CPM-KY

    FOUNDER, OWNER, LICENSED MIDWIFE

    Midwifery & Menopause Support

    The ROOTS COLLAB

    Sumner County Childbirth

  • Scott McDougal, LPC-MHSP

    LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

    Specializes in contemplative therapy for adults.

    *Ketamine Assisted Therapy

    Clearly Aware Psychotherapy

  • Dr. Jenny Archer, DPT, COMT

    PHYSICAL THERAPIST

    Specializing in Pelvic Floor Therapy and Prenatal/Postpartum Support

    Also offering home visits

    Archer Physical Therapy

  • Sara Rader, LPC-MHSP

    Licensed Mental Health Therapist

    *Perinatal Mood Disorders

    Sara Rader Counseling

  • Dawnalea Robinson, BSN, RN, IBCLC

    International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

    Lavender Lactation, LLC

  • Ben Dixon, LPC-MHSP

    Licensed Mental Health Therapist

    *LGBTQ+ Affirming. Specializing in Mens Issues and Life Transitions. Experience in PTSD, Addiction and Generalized Anxiety & Depression

  • Dr. Morgan Jacobs, DPT

    PHYSICAL THERAPIST

    Sees children and adults

    Archer Physical Therapy

  • Dr. Brandon Jenkins,

    CHIROPRACTOR

    Certified Kinesiologist, Acupuncturist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.)