Dr. Katrina Pinkney is a clinician, educator, author, and wellness innovator focused on helping individuals reconnect with clarity, direction, and a stronger sense of self.

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With more than a decade of experience across private practice, nonprofit, public health, healthcare, and higher education, she brings clinical depth, cultural awareness, and real-world perspective to her work.

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As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Georgia, Dr. Pinkney provides brief, goal-oriented therapy for professionals and high-functioning individuals navigating stress, burnout, anxiety, relational distress, and life transitions.

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Her approach is direct, structured, and practical—focused on helping clients make meaningful progress within a limited number of sessions.

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Drawing from cognitive-behavioral, narrative, client-centered, and humanistic frameworks, she uses an integrative approach to help clients:

• identify what’s not working

• strengthen decision-making

• implement effective, realistic strategies for change

 

Her work is especially relevant for individuals who are used to being “the strong one” and are now seeking focused, efficient support.

 

Values

Dr. Pinkney’s work is grounded in equity, cultural responsiveness, and real-life context. She is committed to providing care that reflects both clinical expertise and an understanding of the diverse experiences clients bring into the room.

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She works with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, with particular attention to those from historically underserved communities.

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Credentials:

• PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision

• Master of Science in Higher Education Counseling/Student Affairs

• Post-master’s coursework in Clinical Mental Health

• Licensed Professional Counselor (PA, NJ, GA)

• National Certified Counselor (NCC)

• National Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (NCCMHC)

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Beyond the Credentials

While “Dr. Pinkney” represents the professional, Katrina is the person behind the work—someone who believes wellness is not just about managing symptoms, but about living with intention, clarity, and authenticity.

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Through her company, 2411 York, she explores the intersection of mental health, creative expression, and community healing. Her work extends beyond traditional clinical spaces through writing, education, and wellness-centered initiatives.

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She is also the author of I Be Less Than: A Collection of Poems about Power, Pain, and Resilience, a body of work that reflects her commitment to honesty, identity, and the power of language in healing.

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The Life Beyond the Work

Based in the Philadelphia area, Dr. Pinkney values balance, creativity, and intentional living. Outside of her professional work, she finds grounding in writing, fitness, and travel—practices that support both personal well-being and continued growth.