LOREN PINNOCK
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Effective Mental Health Counselor with 10+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults using various theoretical perspectives in individual and group therapy. Work efficiently with prescribing Psychiatrists and Nurses and uses an informed cognitive-behavioral therapeutic approach with clients during counseling sessions. Focused and collaborative and considered an advocate for youth. Highly accomplished in fostering meaningful relationships and developing effective short-term and long-term plans to achieve client goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Connecticut Counseling Centers
Danbury , CT
05.2021 - Current
- Worked with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and substance use-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
YV Specialist/Counselor
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
The Bronx , NY
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Provide comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Manage 10 caseloads and provide crisis support and emergency care for clients.
- Guide clients in the development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
Multidimensional Family Therapy
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY MDFT
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Conducted intake and assessments to formulate treatment plans and manage client records.
Supervisor
Cerebral Palsy Of New York State
Manhattan , NY
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Supervise direct care staff including but not limited to, scheduling, providing performance feedback, evaluations, and corrective actions.
- Prepare monthly reports as needed to ensure compliance with all departmental policies.
- Perform payroll functions, such as maintaining timekeeping information and processing and submitting payroll.
Intern Counselor
Arms Acres
Queens , New York, NY
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Provided counseling to individuals regarding the use and effects of alcohol and drugs.
- Held meeting with clients to evaluate their health and substance use problem.
- Conduct intake, identifying issues, and create goals and treatment plans.
Intern Social Worker
Faith Mission Alcohol Crisis Center INC
Queens , New York, NY
06.2011 - 01.2012
- Completed intake, psychosocial, treatment plan, and discharge plans.
- Met with clients both individually and in group therapy sessions. Provide counseling for substance use clients. Complete individualized assessments and diagnoses.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counselor
Pace University
08.2016
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
York College
08.2013
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
LaGuardia Community College
08.2008
Skills
- Safety assessments
- Conflict resolution
- Family support
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Intervention planning
- Group psychotherapy expert
Timeline
Counselor
Connecticut Counseling Centers
05.2021 - Current
YV Specialist/Counselor
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
03.2019 - 05.2021
Multidimensional Family Therapy
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY MDFT
03.2018 - 03.2019
Supervisor
Cerebral Palsy Of New York State
03.2017 - 03.2018
Intern Counselor
Arms Acres
12.2015 - 11.2016
Intern Social Worker
Faith Mission Alcohol Crisis Center INC
06.2011 - 01.2012
Master of Science - Mental Health Counselor
Pace University
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
York College
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
LaGuardia Community College
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