Natalie Atwell, Ed.D

Ethics specialist for Mental Health

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

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Qualifications Summary Doctorate of Education in Family Care and Counseling with experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and Professional School Counselor. Research includes school counseling and community mental health counseling. Highly organized, motivated, excellent communication skills, enjoys encouraging others to reach their potential. Education Ed.D Family Care and Counseling, Liberty University, February, 2019 Master of Education, School Counseling, Liberty University, September 2005 Bachelor of Arts, Communication, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, December 2002. Experience Liberty University Adjunct Faculty Teach and facilitate graduate level courses in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs. Courses taught include: Professional Ethics, Human Growth and Development, Counseling Theories, and Supervision/Internship. Concord/Natalie Atwell Counseling Associates and Mental Warrior Consulting Owner, Therapist, LPC-supervisor, November 2016-present Manage and operate private counseling/consulting practice. Provide supervision to therapists who work in the practice. Offer individual, couples, and family counseling. Speak and teach/train on mental health and related topics. Offer contract and grant based work to schools and business in mental health. Create and provide online courses and trainings in mental health topics. Consult with organizations, agencies, churches, and non-profits in areas of mental health and wellness. Coordinate faith-based mental health mission trips to provide access around the world to those with little or no access to mental health services (areas served: Philippines, Nicaragua, Kenya) Expert Witness: Case 1 result: settled out of court (2025) University Psychological Associates Therapist/LPC, January 2013-December 2016 Provided in office psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Conducted assessments of referred clients. Worked with a group of other therapists and was able to collaborate daily with other clinicians. Cabarrus County Schools School Counselor, August 2008-December 2012 Intervened with students by providing academic, career, and personal/social counseling. Coordinated prevention efforts by teaching classroom guidance. Collaborated with school staff, parents, and outside agencies on events, intervention and prevention programs, and coordination of care for students. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Salisbury, NC Counselor/Teacher/Financial Aid/Recruiter, September 2003-July 2008 Taught GED preparations courses to adults seeking a high school education. Represented the college to the community through oral presentations, media presentations, and at college fairs. Provided aid to students in applying for financial aid. Assisted in registration for students in addition to managing a specific program admission. Counseled students in need of personal/social, academic or career counseling. Obtained Licensed Professional Counseling supervision while interning and working within the counseling department. Research/Dissertation Atwell, N., Volk, F., Bird, W., (2019). A case study on school counselors’ perspectives and experiences concerning sexual behaviors including pornography. Book I Can Do Anything In The Right Pair of Shoes: Walking In Peace In a Turbulent World. Published by United House Publishers. Presentations Atwell, N., (2019). A case study on school counselors’ perspectives and experiences concerning sexual behaviors including pornography. Presented at a school counselor district meeting in Cabarrus County, NC. Atwell N. (2011-present). Ongoing teaching within professional settings on topics related to mental health. Honors Selected member of the Cabarrus County, NC Human Trafficking Task Force by the District Attorney, Advocate for Compassion International. Professional Affiliations/Boards American Association of Christian Counselors Licensed Professional Counselors