Dr Crystal Collier, lpc-s

Crystal Collier, PhD, herself a person in long-term recovery, is a therapist and educator who has been working with adolescents and adults struggling from mental illness, behavioral problems and substance use disorders since 1991. Her area of expertise includes adolescent brain development, prevention programming, parent coaching, addiction, family-of-origin work, and training new clinicians.

Dr. Collier’s comprehensive prevention model, which teaches the neurodevelopmental effects of risky behavior to children, teens, teachers and parents, was selected for the 2015 Prevention and Education Commendation from the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. In addition, Dr. Collier's work has been recognized by:

• 2018 — Torch Bearer Award from the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals
• 2018 — Research Fellowship from the Hope and Healing Center and Institute
• 2019 — Outstanding Research Award from the Association of Alternative Peer Groups
• 2019  — Counselor of the Year by the Houston Counseling Association
• 2023  — National Indie Excellence Awards for Winner Best Interior Design and Finalist Best Education Book
• 2025  — Mental Health Hero Award from the National Alliance on Mental Health Houston
• 2025  — Prevention Award of Excellence from the Washington State Healthcare Authority