About the Founder

Shawtika S. Gardner MHP is the Founder and CEO of New Path Wellness LLC and has dedicated more than 20 years to serving individuals in the mental health field. Her passion for helping others began early in her career and has grown through years of hands-on experience supporting individuals facing mental health and life challenges.

Shawtika began her journey as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with Beverly Farm, where she spent five years providing compassionate care and daily support to individuals with developmental and mental health needs. This role laid the foundation for her commitment to advocacy, dignity, and person-centered care.

She later continued her work at Wellspring Resources, now known as Centerstone, where she served for five years as a Life Skills Instructor. In this position, she helped individuals develop independent living skills, build confidence, and work toward stability in their everyday lives.

Throughout her career, Shawtika also worked with Crider Health Center at Pathways and spent eight years with Chestnut Health Systems as a Housing Specialist and Housing Administrator. During this time, she supported individuals experiencing mental health challenges and housing instability by connecting them with safe housing, community resources, and supportive services.

These experiences inspired Shawtika to establish New Path Wellness LLC, where her mission is to provide safe, supportive housing and compassionate services for adults living with mental health challenges. Through her leadership, she continues to advocate for stability, dignity, and a better quality of life for those she serves.