Meet Lina Peinado
MHP, Community Support Specialist | Services in English & Spanish
(she/her)
Hi, I’m Lina Peinado, a Community Support Specialist at ARCH Counseling Center. My career has been a purposeful blend of creativity and compassion. If you are facing challenges with housing stability, accessing necessary resources, or managing the weight of daily stressors, I am here to help. I see each person’s story as a canvas: layered, textured, and deserving of care. My role is to meet you where you are and help you move forward with dignity and hope, connecting you to the services you need to build a strong foundation for wellness.
More about Lina
Education, Background & More
My foundation is unique: my early career as a graphic designer and photo retoucher taught me to see detail, seek balance, and find the language of connection. I hold an AAS in Graphic Design and a BFA in Media Arts and Animation, and I bring that creative, solution-oriented mindset to case management. I believe that art and humanity intersect in the everyday moments where connection and healing begin.
Today, my work focuses on stabilizing and empowering individuals and families through effective resource coordination and bilingual case management. Before joining ARCH Counseling Center, I served as a Bilingual Supportive Housing Technician for the STEP program, managing coordinated leasing, eligibility assessments, and referrals. This experience gave me specialized expertise in supporting clients with chronic health conditions to achieve long-term housing stability.
My approach is entirely client-centered. I understand the importance of empathy, active listening, and walking beside people as they rebuild their sense of home—both physically and emotionally. I am committed to creating a compassionate space where authenticity is honored, especially for individuals navigating complex legal and social services. I am here to help you feel supported and empowered as you define your own path forward.
Specialist Areas:
- Housing Stability & Resource Navigation: Specializing in housing plans, coordinated leasing, eligibility assessments, and connecting clients with critical resources, including low-income and subsidized programs.
- Bilingual & Multicultural Support: Offers services in English and Spanish to effectively support individuals from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) backgrounds and diverse communities.
- Support for Specific Populations: Experienced in case management tailored for the needs of the LGBTQ+ community, Neurodivergent individuals, and Trauma Survivors.
- Support for Chronic Health Conditions: Providing practical assistance to clients with chronic health conditions and disabilities as they navigate resources and social services.
- Empowerment and Self-Advocacy: Dedicated to fostering confidence and promoting self-advocacy, ensuring clients are empowered to take an active role in their well-being.
- Case Management & Collaborative Care: Working directly with clients to build strategies for long-term stability and collaborating with clinical teams for coordinated, holistic support.
At ARCH Counseling Center, we believe in building strong relationships. Lina’s compassionate approach and commitment to client-centered care make her an invaluable member of our team. Lina also provides services in English and Spanish.
Contact Lina today to schedule your first appointment, or for a free 15-minute consultation.
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Connecting Art, Empathy, and Stability
We sat down with our newest team member, Community Support Specialist Lina Peinado, to learn about her unique background, her passion for client-centered work, and how case management fits into the journey of mental health and healing. Tell us a bit about your journey...