Patricia Giarraffa
Brooklyn
Summary
Mental health professional with comprehensive background in client-centered therapy and mental health interventions. Adept at fostering supportive environment that encourages client growth and emotional well-being. Committed to collaborative team efforts and adaptable to evolving therapeutic needs, ensuring consistent and reliable care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Brooklyn Center for Mindfulness & Psychotherapy
04.2022 - Current
- Provide individual and group therapy for clients presenting with anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and relational challenges
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop evidence-based treatment plans
- Utilize, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, social workers, and support staff to ensure continuity and ethical standards of care
School Counselor
NYC Department of Education
09.2021 - Current
- Lead mandated and at-risk individual and group counseling sessions to support student mental health, attendance, and academic progress
- Spearhead the schools attendance team and implement targeted, multi-tiered interventions
- Sit on the District 20 School Counselor Advisory Board under the superintendent
- Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Collaborate with families, teachers, and administrators to foster student success across academic, social-emotional, and career domains
- Lead student council to elevate student voice and foster civic engagement, college and career readiness
- Advise Honor Society and guide student-led service learning and service projects
- Ensure counseling practices align with ASCA Ethical Standards and the ASCA National Model
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Supported K5 students with IEP accommodations, including emotional regulation, academic modifications, and behavior management
- Facilitated student development of positive peer interactions and conflict resolution skills
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary teams to implement behavior support plans and individualized strategies
- Maintained SESIS documentation and managed daily attendance for mandated students
Education
CAS - Mental Health Counseling
Alfred University
Brooklyn, NY01.2022
M.S.Ed. - School Counseling
Brooklyn College CUNY
Brooklyn, NY06.2020
B.A. - Psychology
Brooklyn College CUNY
Brooklyn, NY06.2018
Skills
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY State
- TCIS (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention System) Trained
- Proficient in SESIS, Microsoft Office Suite, OORS, and ATS
- Strong knowledge of NYC DOE Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Equity-Based Counseling Practices
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Brooklyn Center for Mindfulness & Psychotherapy
04.2022 - Current
School Counselor
NYC Department of Education
09.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
09.2018 - 08.2021
M.S.Ed. - School Counseling
Brooklyn College CUNY
B.A. - Psychology
Brooklyn College CUNY
CAS - Mental Health Counseling
Alfred University
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