Our Mission
Providing the highest quality patient centered care through expertise and excellence in rehabilitation. We strive to elevate the practice of physical therapy in our area by providing a personalized, research driven plan to improve function and quality of life.
About Us
Active Recovery Physical Therapy is a proud partner of Active Rehabilitation, a leading provider in rehabilitation in the skilled nursing setting. Our goal is to provide the same standard and quality of care as our partner while offering a personalized and unique experience that is unparalleled in the Hattiesburg outpatient physical therapy setting. By offering highly skilled services through the only residency and fellowship-trained therapist in Hattiesburg, Active Recovery Physical Therapy provides the best care around.
Stephen Worrel
PT, DPT, MTC, OCS, FAAOMPT
Stephen, a Hattiesburg High School graduate, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Mississippi. He then moved forward to gain a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. While in PT school he followed an orthopedic and manual therapy track that would later lead to a certification in manual therapy through the university (MTC).
After graduating he completed an orthopedic residency at the University of Virginia-Virginia Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Institute as well as a Fellowship in orthopedic and manual therapy through the University of St. Augustine. Following his residency, he completed the requirements of the APTA’s orthopedic certification (OCS) exam making him an expert in this field. Stephen is also certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling and uses this technique on a variety of conditions and diagnoses. He has undergone training in Therapeutic Pain Neuroscience giving him a unique understanding of pain for those who suffer from persistent pain. Currently, he sits on advisory boards for the William Carey Physical Therapy program as well as the University of Southern Mississippi’s Children’s Center. He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association with sub-memberships in sports, orthopedics, and private practice as well as a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists.
Amye Lovitt
PT, DPT, CAPP-Pelvic, CAPP-OB, WCS
Amye Lovitt completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center, following a Bachelor’s in Nutrition from Mississippi State University. She became Dry Needling certified in 2017 through the Integrative Dry Needling Institute. She is currently in the process of becoming CAPP Pelvic and CAPP OB certified through the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Section of Women’s Health. Amye currently specializes in orthopedics and pelvic health and is a member of the APTA Mississippi Chapter and the Section of Pelvic Health. Amye is also an adjunct professor and sits on the advisory board for the William Carey University Physical Therapy program. In addition to being a full-time therapist, Amye enjoys being a clinical instructor to area students currently enrolled in a DPT or PTA program. Amye enjoys spending time with her husband, Austin, and three children, Harrison, Sydney, and Lewis, and loves to travel and attend any Mississippi State University athletic event.
Brittany Ware Carter
PT, DPT, OCS
We would like to welcome Brittany Carter, our newest member of the Active Recovery team! Brittany Ware Carter, PT, DPT is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi where she ran for the women’s cross-country team and received her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. She went on to receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from William Carey University in 2020. Brittany is a long-time resident of Hattiesburg and excited to help the Pinebelt community reach their full potential. Brittany loves to treat all ages and add a creative and personal twist to individualized treatment sessions. She has a special interest in Orthopaedics and recently passed her exam to officially become a board-certified specialist in Orthopaedics. Brittany is dry needling certified through United Dry Needling.
Annie Beaugh
PT, DPT
Annie completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from William Carey University in 2023, following an Associate’s degree-Physical Therapist Assistant from Pearl River Community College in 2018, and a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2010. She has lived in Hattiesburg since 2007 and is grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve the residents in this area. She is dry needling certified through United Dry Needling and working towards being Board-Certified as an Orthopedic Specialist. She also sits on the advisory board for the Pearl River Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Program. In her free time, she enjoys working out, watching LSU sports, and spending time with family and friends.
Katelyn Regan
PT, DPT
Katelyn completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from William Carey University in 2024, following a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiotherapy with a minor in psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2020, and an Associate’s degree in kinesiology from Jones College in 2018. She has lived in the Laurel/Hattiesburg area her entire life and is thankful for the opportunity to continue to serve her community. She is Rock Steady boxing certified through the Parkinson’s Foundation. She also sits on the advisory board for William Carey University’s Physical Therapy Program. Katelyn is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association with a sub-membership in geriatrics. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching USM baseball and being outside.