Crystal Burwell is a mental health counselor who specializes in treating young people suffering from depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders.

She previously served as a director of outpatient services at the Newport Academy, a youth mental health clinic in Atlanta. There, Burwell oversaw the care of clients who are adjusting to structured responsibilities in the real world. 

Previously, Burwell ran eating disorder programs as well as a substance abuse and mental health program for court-mandated clients in Georgia. A former athlete, she also works with sports psychology services.

Burwell has a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University in counselor education with a focus on clinical mental health. Since 2013, she has partnered with the National Board for Certified Counselors to provide training for the Minority Fellowship Program, the goal of which is to increase diversity throughout the counseling profession. 

Burwell has spoken to local radio and on podcasts about brain-based disorders, eating disorders in minority communities, and trauma bonds.

Courtesy of Dr. Crystal Burwell

Expertise: Depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, youth mental health, substance abuse

Location: Atlanta, Ga.

Email: drburwellspeaks@gmail.com

Phone: (404) 490-2883