Karla Greto
White Plains
Summary
Professional counselor equipped to guide clients through challenges and foster personal growth. Strong background in providing emotional support, conflict resolution, and developing coping strategies. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team to achieve impactful results. Adaptable and dependable with focus on active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TeenTalk Counselor
Kids In Crisis, Cos Cob, CT
08.2024 - Current
- Provide individual and crisis counseling to middle school students presenting with anxiety, depression, peer conflict, family stressors, and high-risk behaviors
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and risk assessments, including substance use (SBIRT) and suicide risk screening
- Respond to referrals from students, parents, faculty, and administrators
- Develop safety plans and coordinate crisis intervention when indicated
- Collaborate with school psychologists, administrators, teachers, and outside providers to support student well-being
- Maintain documentation in compliance with agency, school, and HIPAA standards
- Connect families to community-based mental health and social service resources
- Middlesex Middle School | Aug 2024–Present; Saxe Middle School | July 2022–June 2024
Facilitator – Confidence Club
LiveGirl, New Canaan, CT
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Facilitated 8-week evidence-informed empowerment curriculum for middle school girls (75-minute weekly sessions)
- Promoted social-emotional learning, self-esteem development, and peer relationship skills
- Provided weekly progress updates to Program Director and Professional Leadership Network
- Completed ongoing professional development training
Teaching Assistant
Kiddie Academy of White Plains, White Plains, NY
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided daily care for children ages 3 months–4 years in structured classroom environment
- Supported developmental milestones through age-appropriate activities
- Partnered with lead teacher to maintain classroom structure and behavioral support
Social Work Training Program Intern
Child & Family Institute, Scarsdale, NY
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted biopsychosocial intake assessments and contributed to DSM-5 diagnostic formulation
- Developed individualized treatment plans and measurable goals
- Facilitated individual, family, and group therapy sessions
- Coordinated discharge planning and referrals
- Participated in weekly individual and group clinical supervision
- Maintained adherence to NASW Code of Ethics and agency documentation standards
Social Work Intern
Read Public School, Bridgeport, CT
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Led social skills groups for K–8 students focusing on emotional regulation, peer interaction, and coping strategies
- Supported IEP-related services and collaborated with school staff
- Assisted with documentation, billing, and case management tasks
SAAVE Advocate – Sexual Assault, Abuse & Victims Empowerment Program
Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, NY
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided trauma-informed crisis support to survivors of sexual assault and abuse
- Conducted safety planning and connected survivors with legal, medical, and social service resources
- Served as liaison between survivors, medical staff, law enforcement, and family members
- Maintained detailed documentation for OVS and hospital records
- Supported program administration and interdisciplinary collaboration
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2020
Master of Social Work - LSMW (CT), License Pending NY State
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2022
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- HIPAA
- Mental health support
- Building rapport
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Suicide risk assessments
Certification
- LMSW – Connecticut
- Connecticut School Social Worker Certification – Pending
- NY State School Social Worker Certification
- DBT Skills Training
- SBIRT Certified
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Mandated Reporter Training
- CITI Certification – Social & Behavioral Research
- HIPAA Certified
Timeline
TeenTalk Counselor
Kids In Crisis, Cos Cob, CT
08.2024 - Current
Facilitator – Confidence Club
LiveGirl, New Canaan, CT
10.2022 - 05.2024
Social Work Training Program Intern
Child & Family Institute, Scarsdale, NY
09.2021 - 04.2022
Teaching Assistant
Kiddie Academy of White Plains, White Plains, NY
08.2021 - 07.2022
Social Work Intern
Read Public School, Bridgeport, CT
09.2020 - 05.2021
SAAVE Advocate – Sexual Assault, Abuse & Victims Empowerment Program
Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, NY
06.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Social Work - LSMW (CT), License Pending NY State
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Sacred Heart University