Hello, my name is Pierre Hooten and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing services in the state of Georgia. I have worked in the field of Counseling and Psychotherapy for more than 6 years providing Individual/Family therapy and also Couples counseling. I earned my graduate degree in Social Work from Clark Atlanta University and continue to have a passion for community engagement and helping those in need.
Throughout my career I’ve worked with client’s in a variety of areas, including mental health, behavioral health, and medical settings. In addition, I have far-reaching experience in both inpatient and outpatient services, community outreach, and client resource coordination. My extensive background and training has allowed me to gain the skills and knowledge needed to help you work through many of the issues you may be facing.
Some of my areas of specialty include: Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self Esteem issues, Grief Counseling and Family Conflicts. Atop all of this I am both an advocate and member of the LGBTQ community and I specialize in providing Affirmative Therapy and Coaching.
My approach to the therapeutic process is a collaborative one, in which we will work together to determine goals, objectives and develop a concrete plan of action to bring about the change that you want in your life. I offer a non-judgmental environment and empathy needed to help you address your individual concerns through the therapeutic process. I will walk with you, throughout this journey of self-discovery and improvement.
My therapeutic modalities include…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Humanistic/Person-Centered Approaches
Coaching
As we take this journey together You can trust that you’re getting a legitimate counseling experience.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, ADHD