ABOUT US
DR. ANGEANETTE MCCALL NIXON, PSYD, LPC, MAC. | A dedicated Clinical Neuropsychologist with a passion for understanding the connection between brain function and behavior. In addition to being a licensed clinical psychologist, she is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) with extensive experience in behavioral health.
Dr. Nixon earned her B.S. in Psychology from Georgia State University, followed by an M.S. in Psychology from Valdosta State University and a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She further specialized in neuropsychology through a formal postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology.
With a deep commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Nixon specializes in neuropsychological assessments, helping individuals across the lifespan navigate cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges. She works with patients affected by traumatic brain injuries, neurological conditions, and cognitive impairments, providing comprehensive evaluations and practical guidance for patients and their families.
Her passion for neuropsychology was ignited during a clinical rotation at Emory University, leading her to dedicate her career to advancing brain-behavior understanding. Before pursuing her doctorate, she gained extensive experience in community mental health, progressing from therapist to clinic manager. In 2015, she founded Tiftarea Psychiatric and Counseling Services, LLC, a thriving mental health practice devoted to high-quality care.
Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Nixon enjoys spending time with family, staying active, and traveling to historic and exotic destinations. She approaches life with intention and mindfulness, balancing her dedication to her field with personal well-being.
CHRISTY BELL, LPC | has been in the mental health and social service case management fields since 2003. She has experience in the private and public mental health sectors as well as experience as a social services professional. Her experience in utilization management and social services coupled with her formal mental health training positions her as a perfect client advocate. She has formal training in Trauma Informed Care, Relapse Prevention and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). Additionally, Ms. Bell has vast group facilitation experience including: substance abuse disorders, anger management, co-occurring disorders, trauma, anxiety and depression. Ms. Bell obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Women’s Studies from Valdosta State University and her Masters in Counseling from Troy University.
VIRGINIA CAROLINE HOGAN, MA, LPC, CFRC | with over 21 years in behavioral health, Virginia is dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health and substance use challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Webster University. Her experience includes 14 years with the Department of Corrections, community behavioral health, and drug court programs, where she has made a lasting impact on those striving for stability and recovery.
As a Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC) and the treatment coordinator for two Accountability Court programs, Virginia provides compassionate, evidence-based support to individuals in high-stress roles, including first responders and veterans. As the spouse of a retired Army veteran, she deeply understands the unique challenges military families face and is committed to helping them thrive.
Virginia specializes in CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based therapy, assisting clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and relationship challenges. She fosters a warm, supportive environment, empowering individuals to build resilience and achieve lasting well-being.
“I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is at the core of my practice, ensuring that each client feels empowered on their path to healing and growth.”
Outside of her work, Virginia finds joy in spending time with her grandsons and extended family. She and her husband love traveling, exploring new places, and working together on their family farm. Having grown up in rural South Georgia, she values the strong sense of community and connection that shapes both her personal and professional life.
KNELETA POWELL | is a compassionate social worker with over a decade of experience in mental health, substance use, and higher education. She holds a BSW from Fort Valley State University and an MSW from Capella University, equipping her with the expertise to support individuals facing life’s challenges.
Passionate about empowerment and advocacy, Kneleta helps clients build resilience and regain stability through a holistic, client-centered approach. Her background in higher education also allows her to mentor and uplift students, fostering growth and success.
Committed to strengthening communities, Kneleta creates safe spaces where individuals feel heard and valued. Outside of work, she enjoys community engagement, lifelong learning, and time with loved ones.
TREMAYNE J. GRAYDON MS, LPC, CPHQ, CPCS | Tremayne is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with over 10 years of experiencehelping adolescents, adults and couples manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, transition-related concerns, trauma, and grief, among others. He has worked in a variety of settings including behavioral health hospitals, community agencies and residential treatment centers.
Tremayne earned his Bachelor’s in Marketing from Georgia Southern University and his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. Tremayne personalizes treatment to fit your needs, using a variety of counseling techniques and therapies. His counseling style is both collaborative and compassionate, providing a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you feel empowered to figure out what is at the core of your situation.
Through an interactive process, Tremayne aims to establish trusting relationships with individuals and couples, by listening to your concerns, creating goals, and finding meaningful and effective solutions.
TANZA PATRICE SUTTON, MS, MPA, LPC, CCFC |
CONNIE INLOW | is the heart of our daily operations, ensuring our private mental health practice runs smoothly and efficiently. With over 20 years of administrative experience, she brings a wealth of expertise, organization, and a warm, compassionate presence to both clients and staff.
Connie oversees scheduling, client communications, billing, and office logistics, making every interaction seamless and stress-free. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellence help create an environment where clients feel welcomed and supported from their first appointment onward. She is passionate about streamlining processes to enhance accessibility, allowing our providers to focus on delivering high-quality mental health care.
Beyond her role at TPACS, Connie is devoted to her family, cherishing time spent with her grandchildren. Her dedication to mental health and well-being extends beyond the office, reflecting her genuine care for the community she serves.
With her warmth, professionalism, and dedication, Connie is an invaluable part of our team—ensuring that every client’s experience is met with kindness, efficiency, and respect.
DR. RENEE SPENCER, LPC | is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified School Counselor with over fifteen years experience in school counseling and mental health services. She has been certified as a school counselor since 2005 and a LAPC (2013)/LPC (2015). Dr. Spencer is well versed in the Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and works well with individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and suffering from current and past trauma. Due to her extensive work in the school setting, her specialty area is children and adolescents. In the clinical setting, she has extensive group and individual work with both children and adults. She has facilitated groups in anger management and substance abuse for court mandated clients. Dr. Spencer obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Georgia in 1999. She received her Master’s in counseling from Georgia Southern in 2005 and her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology in from Argosy University in 2012.
IN LOVING MEMORY JERRY GRINER, CAC-II | a dear colleague and friend, served TPACS as the founding lead counselor of our Accountability Court Program with the Tift County DUI/Drug Court. Jerry managed the treatment program where he facilitated group therapy sessions and gave individual counseling. He was active in the field of addiction counseling since 1997. Prior to joining TPACS, he was a member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team operating out of Southwestern State Hospital. He specialized in working with patients who were dual-diagnosed. He was the residential manager of a short term and long term substance abuse rehabilitation centers operated by Behavioral Health Services. He played a role in counseling inmates at the Georgia Department of Corrections – Turner Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) facility. He continued to work with probationers on their aftercare upon their release from RSAT, a program run by Spectrum Health Services. Mr. Griner received his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the Christopher Newport College of the College of William and Mary in 1978. He also did some graduate work in addiction therapy at the University of New England. Jerry was also registered as a Treatment Provider on the Georgia Registry of DUI Intervention Providers. Jerry had an impactful and lasting impact on Tiftarea Psychiatric and Counseling Services and those he served.