1408 Lee Street Midland, MI 48642989-708-5924allen4tl@gmail.com
Teresa Pfenninger, MA, LLPC
Professional Goal
In the role of an Outpatient Therapist, to continue to develop and provide superior quality and
evidence-based mental health treatment that meets the needs of the clients, their families, as well
as the communities that we serve together while exceeding the standards of the American
Counseling Association Code of Ethics, and Social Work Code of Ethics.
Professional Experience
1/2013-6/2013
Family and Children’s Services
Midland, MI
Outpatient Therapist, LPC Intern - Supervisor: David Garcia
 Provided assessments and diagnosis through the use of the DSM-IV
 Provided a high quality of therapeutic treatment to children and adults in agency setting
 Provided agency-based treatment within local schools to youth and adolescents.
8/2007-1/2013
JCPenney
Midland/Mt. Pleasant MI
Merchandise Execution Specialist/Pricing and Signing Associate
 Maintained pricing and signing accuracy to ensure a positive customer experience
 Unloaded merchandise trucks and put merchandise on floor as needed
 Provided customer service to assist colleagues and customers
7/2004-4/2012
Bullock Creek High School
Midland, MI
Varsity Cheerleading Coach
 Coached youth girls to build healthy habits, increase confidence, and strengthen relationships
 Built a successful athletic program by advancing to 2012 State Finals for the first time
 Organized competitions involving coaches, athletes, judges and volunteers
 Maintained financial records and ensured safety of all athletes
6/2005-8/2007
West Midland Family Center
Midland, MI
Camp Counselor, Teen Staff, Mentor
 Served as group leader for at-risk youth, ages 7-12
 Developed and implemented educational, physical, and social learning activities
 Organized and participated in Family Ties (parent child relationship program)
 Volunteered as mentor for Queen Bees mentoring Program (planned activities, attended
meetings, and served as a positive role model for an at-risk teen girl for two years)
1408 Lee Street Midland, MI 48642989-708-5924allen4tl@gmail.com
Education
8/2006- 5/2013
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI
Masters of Arts
 Major: Professional Counseling
Bachelor of Science
 Major: Psychology,
 Minor: Youth Studies
 Graduated with honors
8/2004- 5/2006
General Studies
 Major: Psychology
Delta Community College
University Center, MI
Licensure
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Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC); State of Michigan-Pending
Professional Organizations
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American Counseling Association Member
Trainings and Certifications
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Trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Co-occuring Disorders, Solution-Focused
Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Reality Therapy, Gottman’s Couple Therapy, and the
ACA Code of Ethics.
Computer Skills
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Proficient in all Microsoft Programs; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher
Some knowledge of implementation of Electronic Health Records and CIGGMO
1408 Lee Street Midland, MI 48642989-708-5924allen4tl@gmail.com
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Facilitated co-parenting classes through Family and Children’s Services using evidence based
curriculum
Assisted with Prepared Parenting classes and worked with Post Natal clientele.
Eight years of coaching high school, middle school and elementary youth; including camps,
competitions, showcases, fundraisers, and developing positive relationships with youths and
their families
Developed a youth athletic program and served as director
Developed a therapeutic group for elementary aged boys who were labeled at-risk
Worked with school counselor and school liaison at an elementary school to develop a
therapeutic group that would help reduce at risk behaviors in a large group of boys
Volunteered as a mentor for teen girls to decrease at-risk behaviors
Capstone experience working with teen at Oasis High School-Alternative Education
Practicum experience included counseling college aged students, families and children
Internship experience working with youth, families, individuals, crisis intervention, intakes,
and assessments.
References
David Garcia, LMSW, ACSW, QMHP, QMRP
Director of Clinical Services
dgarcia@fcs-midland.org
989-631-5390 ext. 3335
Kim Sumerix, LMSW, LLPC
Director of Youth Services
ksumerix@fcs-midland.org
989-631-5390 ext. 3308
Dr. Rico Drake, Ph.d, LPC
Counselor Educator, Outpatient Therapist
drake1j@cmich.edu
989-774-7172