Phoenix Behavioral Health Center

10/22/2026

Phoenix Behavioral Health Center is growing! 🌿

We’re looking for an experienced, independently licensed clinician to join our outpatient counseling team in Ocean Springs.

Bring your clinical strengths. Build your next chapter at Phoenix.

We’re looking for an LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or licensed psychologist who:
• Holds an active, unrestricted Mississippi license and can practice and bill independently
• Has at least three years of experience following unrestricted licensure
• Values clinical autonomy, collaboration, and quality patient care
• Is interested in a full-time caseload averaging 20–25 clients per week
• Is primarily available for in-person care, with telehealth options when appropriate

At Phoenix, our clinicians are supported with scheduling, intake, insurance verification, billing coordination, and the day-to-day administrative work that allows them to focus on what they do best — providing excellent clinical care.

Interested in learning more? Send your resume to [email protected] or apply through our website.

And please share with a colleague who might be a great fit for Phoenix! 💚

04/04/2025

09/12/2024

Phoenix Behavioral Health Center remains closed today, September 12, 2024 and will re-open tomorrow, September 13, 2024 at 8 am.

Thank you so much for understanding!

09/10/2024

Phoenix Behavioral Health Center will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday September 11th, due to the incoming threat of Tropical Storm Francine.

We will make decisions regarding the remainder of the week as the timing and severity of the storm unfolds; updates will be shared here.

Everyone stay safe!

04/16/2024

Not every session is the same…and that’s okay.

03/08/2024

We’ll see you Monday! Clients, be sure you “spring forward” so you don’t miss your reserved appointment time!
Have a great weekend everyone!

03/06/2024

Which is it for you?

02/08/2024

We are very pleased to introduce you to the newest member of our practice, Dewey Watkins, LPC!

Dewey is a licensed professional counselor who treats teens and adults who are experiencing feelings of worry, sadness, frustration, and overall dissatisfaction in their lives. Through talk therapy, he seeks to educate, equip, and encourage those pursuing a better quality of life to reach their goals and dreams.

He attended William Carey University and earned a master’s degree in 2003 in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Individual Counseling. During his 20 years of practice, Dewey has provided counseling services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He believes in the need for human connection within the counseling process; and of utmost importance to him are the values of respect, vulnerability, equity, and inclusion.

Dewey’s counseling style is CBT-based (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), using simple, practical, and pragmatic approaches to overcoming mental health problems. He seeks to help those who are struggling by exploring their difficulties, identifying their desired changes, and guiding them towards solutions.

He abides by this firm foundation: “We all wish to understand and to be understood, especially when we are facing difficulties in life. I believe in the power of relationships, and that love, acceptance, and healing can be found in them. I want you to feel seen, heard, and valued - then together we can develop solutions and strategies to return you to peace of mind and satisfaction in your life.”

Dewey is an avid outdoor sportsman and enjoys hunting and fishing with his 3 brothers. He and his wife enjoy singing in the church choir, spending time spoiling their cat Kay Kay, and planning their next adventure to a “bucket list” destination!

Join us in welcoming Dewey - and if his values align with your own, and you've been looking for that "right fit" in a counseling partnership, give us a call. We'll answer your questions and provide you with next steps towards a "mentally-healthy" 2024.

02/06/2024

We know it’s scary.
And we’re here to support you through it.

Give us a call. 228-819-2171

01/29/2024

No...no we're not! How about you?🤣🤣🤣