Hannah M. Colasacco
Feel Alive Therapy
Dix Hills ,NY
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Compassionate Social Worker specializing in child and adolescent mental health. Supports children and families through trauma-informed care and therapeutic interventions, addressing emotional and behavioral challenges. Experienced in advocacy and crisis support, fostering relationships that empower children to develop coping skills and emotional resilience.
Work History
Psychotherapist
2 Months- Conducted individual psychotherapy sessions to client's ages 5-18 using evidence-based interventions to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD.
- Developed personalized treatment plans aligned with client goals, clinical assessments, and ongoing progress reviews.
- Documented session notes, treatment updates, and care plans accurately in electronic health records.
- Facilitated coping-skills development through mindfulness, cognitive reframing, and emotional regulation strategies.
MSW Social Work Intern
9 Months- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based practices to support students with IEPs and 504 plans.
- Assisted McKinney-Vento students in accessing essential resources and advocacy for their educational needs.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents in CSE meetings to ensure students' individual needs are being met.
- Implemented social emotional learning lessons to classrooms school-wide.
Special Education Paraprofessional
1 Month- Delivered one-on-one instruction and reinforcement strategies, fostering positive classroom behavior among students.
- Facilitated daily routines, transitions, and organizational skills, promoting student independence within the school environment.
- Used a strengths-based framework to improve students' emotional regulation skills and behavioral self management strategies.
- Observed and documented data on student behavior, social interactions, and learning progress to assist with assessments and progress monitoring.
School Monitor
1 Year 10 Months- Monitored student behavior during lunchroom meals and ensured safety during recreational time.
- Supported students in engaging in play activities to enhance social skills.
- Supported teachers in implementing behavioral management strategies in classroom settings.
MSW Social Work Intern
8 Months- Collaborated with community members to develop psychoeducational programs for implementation across multiple departments, enhancing support for diverse populations.
- Facilitated group-based social-emotional learning activities in before and after-school care programs.
- Volunteered at food pantry to assist families facing food insecurity.
- Delivered home-based interventions to community members, addressing individual needs and promoting overall well-being.
Education
Masters - Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Child and adolescent therapy
Evidence-based interventions
Crisis intervention
MTSS framework
Behavioral interventions
Risk assessment
Trauma informed care
Family therapy techniques
Interdisciplinary coordination
Collaborative problem-solving
Case documentation
Multicultural competence
Certification
- NYS Licensed Master Social Work certification.
- NYSED School Social Worker certification.
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Feel Alive Therapy
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
MSW Social Work Intern
Washington Drive Primary School- Harborfields School District
09.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cedar Road School, Commack School District
07.2025 - 08.2025Read More
MSW Social Work Intern
SYJCC
09.2024 - 05.2025Read More
School Monitor
North Ridge Primary School, Commack School District
08.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Stony Brook University
Masters from Social Work
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SUNY Oneonta
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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