PTC – Georgia

Britney Rice is a licensed practical nurse who resides in Southeast Georgia. She began her nursing studies at Waycross College and then graduated from Altamaha Technical College in 2011. 

Britney worked at her local hospital for seven years as an LPN, and subsequently obtained extensive experience within outpatient pain management. More recently, she developed an interest within mental health and serves part-time as Psychiatry Treatment Centers Georgia’s community outreach coordinator.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, who keeps her family busy with martial arts tournaments.

Mitzi Tyre was born and raised in South Georgia. She attended Valdosta State and Georgia Southern University, having received a bachelor and masters degree in nursing, and subsequently achieving certification through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. 

Mitzi has worked locally in the specialty of mental health and substance abuse in both inpatient and outpatient settings for the past thirteen years. She is well-versed in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, bipolar disorder, addiction as well as other mental health related disorders. 

Since 2015, she has worked part-time for a non-profit agency providing services to victims of physical and sexual abuse, as well as domestic violence. This background has significantly helped equip Mitzi for serving and treating clients with prior traumas, and has highlighted the importance of understanding her client’s backgrounds in order to provide them with personalized mental healthcare.

Tera Murchinson has been dedicated to the counseling field since 2017, bringing compassion, professionalism, and a wealth of experience to her work. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia and holds multiple advanced certifications, including Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADC II), Certified Anger Management Specialist II (CAMS II), and Certified Grief Specialist (CGS).

Tera earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and has since gained extensive experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Over the past eight years, she has provided support and treatment for individuals facing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addiction, and other mental health conditions.

Grounded in person-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches, Tera is known for her empathetic and flexible therapeutic style. She adapts her methods to meet each client’s unique needs, thoughtfully integrating a variety of evidence-based techniques to foster growth and healing.

Tera is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and empowering them to achieve lasting well-being.

Steven Norman graduated from Troy University as a clinical therapist, and currently is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) for Psychiatry Treatment Centers Georgia.

With over 40 years of experience as a counselor, Steve has had the privilege of treating clients from all walks of life with various treatment needs. He believes the key to wellness is addressing the intersection of emotional, physical, and spiritual factors at hand, as he finds this approach useful in healing both the mind and body. 

During his career, Steve has worked closely with veterans, their families, and survivors of abuse. His calming presence and approachability are vital in creating a safe space during therapy sessions, and he strives to focus on personalized treatment for each individual during their recovery. 

When he is not working Steve enjoys fishing, going to the beach, and watching any sport (both college and professional).