Joseph Pietrafeso
Pietrafeso Counseling, LLC
Greenwich
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Certification
19
years of professional experience
Dynamic, energetic, and experienced counselor with over 10 years of experience seeking a position as a school counselor!
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid foundation in providing compassionate counseling services. Proven track record of guiding clients through emotional challenges and fostering personal growth. Demonstrated ability in empathetic communication and effective therapeutic techniques.
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
8 Years 8 Months- Private counseling practice working with children and adolescents.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to address clients' mental health needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client goals.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to facilitate client progress and healing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance integrated care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring immediate safety and emotional stability for clients.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
School Counselor
10 Months- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to address student needs and promote emotional well-being.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive environments for students facing academic challenges.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention or support.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students, ensuring safety and appropriate follow-up resources were available.
- Organized workshops on social skills, conflict resolution, and stress management for students across grade levels.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive guidance programs aligned with school objectives and student developmental stages.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
School Counselor
5 Months- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive environments for students facing academic challenges.
- Analyzed data on student performance trends to inform program adjustments and enhance overall effectiveness of services.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
School Counselor
1 Month- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Advocated for student needs, resulting in adaptation of school policies to better support student well-being.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive student records, ensuring confidentiality and accurate tracking of student progress and interventions.
School Counselor
2 Years 10 Months- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Supported students through crisis intervention services, providing immediate assistance and long-term recovery plans.
- Reduced incidents of bullying through proactive conflict resolution training and mediation services.
- Fostered supportive and inclusive school environment by implementing comprehensive counseling programs.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
School Counselor
3 Years 6 Months- Developed and implemented comprehensive guidance programs aligned with school objectives and student developmental stages.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention or support.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students, ensuring safety and appropriate follow-up resources were available.
- Organized workshops on social skills, conflict resolution, and stress management for students across grade levels.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
School Counselor
4 Months- Conducted individual assessments to identify students' needs, guiding them towards appropriate resources and interventions.
- Enhanced student academic performance with personalized counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate social-emotional learning into curriculum, promoting holistic educational experience.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive environments for students facing academic challenges.
School Counselor Internship
1 Year 5 Months- Facilitated individual counseling sessions addressing academic and emotional needs of students.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students requiring additional support or intervention strategies.
- Analyzed student data to track progress and inform program adjustments, enhancing overall counseling effectiveness.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Empowered parents/guardians involvement in their children''s education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
School Counselor Internship
3 Months- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Advocated for student needs, resulting in adaptation of school policies to better support student well-being.
Special Education Aide
2 Years 4 Months- Supported students with diverse learning needs through tailored instructional strategies.
- Assisted teachers in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to enhance student progress.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, promoting social skills and emotional development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address behavioral and academic challenges effectively.
- Monitored student performance and documented progress for reporting to educators and parents.
Special Education Aide
2 Years 10 Months- Developed engaging activities that accommodated various learning styles and abilities.
- Advocated for student needs during meetings, contributing to a supportive educational environment.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with physical, emotional, or behavioral challenges during classroom activities.
- Assisted in the development of functional life skills for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Documented student progress, obstacles and academic milestones for parents and faculty.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing appropriate behaviors.
Education
Masters of Arts Degree - Counselor Education Program
(60 credits)
Bachelors of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Skills
Stress reduction techniques
Therapeutic intervention for depression
Confidence development
Child counseling expertise
Empathy enhancement
Support for individuals with autism
Mental health evaluation
Behavioral intervention techniques
Certification
School Counselor (068) 2013-Present, Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Connecticut, 2018-Present, National Board Certified Counselor, 2014-Present
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
School Counselor
Western Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2023Read More
School Counselor
Saxe Middle School
01.2022 - 06.2022Read More
School Counselor
Central Middle School
08.2021 - 09.2021Read More
School Counselor
Greenwich Catholic School
08.2018 - 06.2021Read More
Licensed Professional Counselor
Pietrafeso Counseling, LLC
02.2018 - CurrentRead More
School Counselor
St. Rose of Lima School
12.2014 - 06.2018Read More
School Counselor
Middlesex Middle School
08.2014 - 12.2014Read More
School Counselor Internship
Middlesex Middle School
01.2013 - 06.2014Read More
School Counselor Internship
Hurlbutt Elementary School
09.2012 - 12.2012Read More
Special Education Aide
New Canaan High School
08.2010 - 12.2012Read More
Special Education Aide
Middlesex Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2010Read More
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelors of Arts Degree from Criminal Justice
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Fairfield University
Masters of Arts Degree from Counselor Education Program
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