About

** Please expect a call after making appointment, it will not be confirmed until we speak with you directly ** Ms. Giarraputo is a licensed Mental Health Counselor, who has completed her M.A. in Mental Health Counseling and B.A. in Social Science. Ms. Giarraputo developed experience in the chemical dependency unit at Mercy Medical center and furthered her clinical skill in complex behavioral health intervention at Metropolitan Hospital connecting the emergency department and behavioral health clinic. During the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic , Ms. Giarraputo provided mental health crisis intervention and support to healthcare professionals directly facing the trauma of the crisis. Ms. Giarraputo has developed her capacity to face the unknown and join with clients as they explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Ms. Giarraputo is capable to step outside her comfort zone and intervene compassionately with clients who are ready to explore their emotions and personal growth. She enjoys the opportunity to see the world from her clients’ point of view and offer reflections and support that help clients work towards emotional and mental wellbeing. Primary therapeutic approaches: Person- centered , CBT, Solution Focused therapies.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Children (6 To 10)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Trauma And PTSD

Treatment Orientation

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Eclectic

Modality

  • Couples
  • Family
  • Group
  • Individuals

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna

Education

  • Molloy College, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101YM0800X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Mental Health

Credentials

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Practice Locations

235 N Cottage St

Valley Stream, NY 11580-3441

Phone Number: (516) 318-2728

Therapists Near Valley Stream, NY

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Litika Dewan

Mental Health Counselor

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Monique E. Dorcely

Mental Health Counselor

Valley Stream, NY 11580
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Vera Polyakova

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Valley Stream, NY 11581
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Michael Costante

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Valley Stream, NY 11580