STACY PINTO (WAHLSTROM)

StacyPinto2@Gmail.com

EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education; Conc.: College Student
Development and Administration
Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey

2016 exp.

Advanced Counseling Certificate

Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey

2012

Master of Arts in Counseling (CACREP Accredited); Conc.: School Counseling

Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey

2010

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Minor: Criminal Justice; Cum Laude

Marist College, Poughkeepsie, New York

2007

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graduate Student Services Coordinator
2013 Present
Montclair State University: The Graduate School, Montclair, New Jersey
Graduate Student Policy: Interpret and communicate graduate council policy to students;
maintain and distribute doctoral student and dissertation policy manuals
Dissertation Process: Facilitate dissertation process for all University doctoral programs;
assist students in properly formatting and submitting the dissertation to the University
and UMI-ProQuest; copy editing
Graduate Assistantship (GA) Administration: Serve as contact for all GA inquiries;
oversee and coordinate appointments; determine and facilitate allocations; collaborate
with the office of Global Education regarding international student issues
Organization Advisement: Serve as advisor for the Graduate Student Organization
(GSO) and the Alpha Epsilon Lambda (AEL) Honor Society
Event Planning: Doctoral Student Reception; GA Orientation for each College; GA
Reception; AEL Induction Ceremony; Convocation; Commencement
GA Budget: Develop and maintain the University GA budget (over $5,000,000)
Grants and Scholarships: Collaborate with Grant Accounting and University
Advancement in order to coordinate and distribute funding from various sources
Technology: Manage GSO and Doctoral websites; manage GA system and student portal
Campus Involvement: Serve as University Administrator for disciplinary panel hearings;
serve on Behavior Assessment Committee and Student Assistance Team
Advising: Provide guidance, advocacy, and support for students regarding various issues
Doctoral Intern
2013 2014
Dean of Students, Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Center
Mentored students in the development and facilitation of various workshops
Facilitated Safe Space training workshops for students and staff
Evaluated campus programming needs and effectiveness of current programming
Student Conduct
Produced materials/presentations regarding campus policies, including Title IX
Facilitated administrative disciplinary hearings and academic dishonesty meetings
Served as University administrator on disciplinary panel hearings

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Program Assistant
2010 2013
Montclair State University: The Graduate School, Montclair, New Jersey
Enrollment Initiatives: Managed and implemented outreach campaigns and broadcasts in
order to facilitate optimum new and returning student enrollment
Academic Advising: Provided advisement regarding appropriate course of action in
cases of appeals, probationary warnings, matriculation status, academic dismissal, etc.;
provided students with general advisement including course of study and registration
Assessment and Evaluation: Organized and evaluated data from various assessment
mechanisms; developed and improved academic service policies and procedures
External Recruiting: Represented MSU at conferences, information sessions, open
houses, career/academic fairs, and commencement exercises
Process Innovation: Evaluated methods of operation through research and analysis, and
collaborated with staff members to improve productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness
Program Development: Engaged in benchmarking and evaluation tasks in order to assess
current programs and policies with the ultimate goal of institutional development
Event Planning: Organized and facilitated on-campus events (Orientation, Information
Sessions, Open House, etc.); delivered presentations to prospective students and families
Inquiries: Addressed general inquiries regarding The Graduate School; facilitated
positive customer service experiences between students/prospective students and
University offices
Clinician
2011 2012
Care Plus, NJ: Childrens Out-Patient Endeavors, Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Provided comprehensive counseling services to families and youth ages 4-18
Developed and implemented client/family focused treatment plans
Corresponded with collateral resources to provide coordination of care
Family Preservation Services Counselor
2010
Catholic Charities: Family Preservation Services, Bridgewater, New Jersey
Provided, intensive, in-home counseling for state-referred families
Developed unique, client-specific treatment plans
Facilitated the improvement of family functioning and life skills, while ensuring safety
Corresponded with collateral resources to provide coordination of care
Taught life skills and offered information regarding situation management
Director (2010); Supervisor (2007-2009)
2007 2010 (seasonal)
Camp White Meadow, Rockaway, New Jersey
Collaborated with community management in order to design and implement high
quality programming and activities for approximately 300 campers age 3-14
Managed the budget for CWMs annual 8-week program
Interviewed, hired and managed approximately 50 staff members
Facilitated informational events for prospective families and staff training sessions
Educational Coordinator
2007 2008
Academic Resources, Incorporated, Morris Plains, New Jersey
Counseled parents and students on academics and college admission processes
Scheduled meetings and tutoring appointments

STACY PINTO (WAHLSTROM)

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SELECT PRESENTATIONS & PUBLICATIONS

Pinto, S. (2014). ASEXUally: On being an ally to the asexual community. Journal of
LGBT Issues in Counseling, 8(4), 331-343. doi:10.1080/15538605.2014.960130
Wahlstrom, S., Baker, B., & Collins, J. (2014). Taking the T out of LGBT: A Foundation
for Counseling the Transgender Community. Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual &
Transgender Issues in Counseling Inaugural Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Edwards, B., & Wahlstrom, S. (2014). The A Word. Association for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual & Transgender Issues in Counseling Inaugural Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Wahlstrom, S., Baker, B., & Collins, J. (2014). Taking the T out of LGBT: A Foundation
for Counseling the Transgender Community. 8th Annual Student Research Symposium,
Montclair State University.
Edwards, B., & Wahlstrom, S. (2014). The A Word. Safe[r] Space Conference,
Montclair State University.
Wahlstrom, S. (2013, 2014). DOC-STUDY-101. Graduate Development Conference,
Montclair State University.
Kooyman, L., Wahlstrom, S., & Baker, B. (2013). Addressing Current Challenges of
LGBTQ Adults in the Counseling Process. Association for Adult Development and Aging
Conference, New York, NY.
Wahlstrom, S. (2013, 2014). Counseling Lesbians. LGBT Identity Development, Montclair
State University.
Wahlstrom, S. (2011, 2012). Excel for Non-Beginners. Graduate Development Conference,
Montclair State University.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE

COUN 531: Counseling Across the Life Span (co-taught)

COUN 552: Introduction to Professional & Ethical Issues (co-taught)

Fall 2013
Spring 2013

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Counseling Association (ACA)

Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES)
Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Issues in Counseling
(ALGBTIC)
Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA)
CERTIFICATIONS

National Certified Counselor, National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc.

School Counselor, State of New Jersey
HONORS & AWARDS

Student Research & Conference Travel Award (Montclair State University); 2013, 2014
President, Alpha Epsilon Lambda (Graduate Student Honor Society, MSU); 2014
Alpha Epsilon Lambda (Graduate Student Honor Society, MSU); 2009
Hal Young Memorial Directors Service Award (Camp White Meadow); 2009
Chi Sigma Iota (Counseling Honor Society, MSU); 2008