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PTEC (Psychology Training and Evaluation Center) provides essential mental and behavioral health services at low-to-no cost for children and families in North Mississippi.

Specializing in the assessment and diagnosis of developmental, neurocognitive, and psychological conditions, we hope to empower families with the guidance they need for effective treatment planning. PTEC is invested in the future of mental health care by training, mentoring, and providing supervision to the next generation of providers

Our Services

    • Our clinic specializes in comprehensive, evidence-based assessments to identify developmental, neurocognitive, and psychological conditions. Under the supervision of licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Joshua Fulwiler, our providers conduct thorough evaluations and provide detailed reports to guide interdisciplinary treatment planning.

    • We also offer specialized testing for academic skills, helping families understand their children’s school-related needs. These assessments, which are not typically covered by insurance, can be crucial for obtaining formal school support plans and ensuring access to appropriate academic interventions.

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  • PTEC provides individual and group therapy focused on specific, short-term, goal-based approaches. Our providers are trained in evidence-based methods to address a wide range of psychological, emotional, and behavioral concerns.

  • As the first clinic in the region to offer a dedicated family navigator, PTEC provides unique support to families facing challenges related to their children’s behavioral, emotional, or academic needs. Our navigator helps families access resources, coordinate care, and navigate the complexities of mental health and educational systems.

The Psychology Training and Evaluation Center (PTEC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the North Mississippi community. But we can’t do it alone.

While the shortage of mental health providers is a nationwide issue, Mississippi ranks among the top ten states most affected. According to the Department of Mental Health, the state’s mental health workforce has declined by nearly 50% over the past 15 years—dropping from just under 9,000 providers in 2009 to only 4,684 in 2024.

Compounding this issue, many mental health professionals in the region do not accept insurance, and there are currently no psychologists in our area who accept Medicaid. For many families, these barriers to care mean traveling hours—sometimes out of state—just to access critical services.

PTEC was created to help bridge this gap, providing its services from grants and donations and removing the financial and systemic barriers to ensure that every child and family in North Mississippi has access to the care they need and deserve.

Make an impact today

At our clinic, we believe in offering compassionate care to every child, no matter their circumstances. Your donation helps us offer therapy, counseling, mental health assessments, and community outreach programs to those who may not otherwise have access to these vital services.

Your Donations Help:

  • Provide therapy and mental health support for children in need

  • Fund specialized programs and services for mental health awareness and prevention

  • Support outreach efforts to ensure every child has access to professional career.

Your gift plays a key role in breaking down barriers to mental health services and supporting children’s emotional and psychological well-being. Together, we can ensure that every child receives the care they deserve.