Alexandria Ferrantelli
EdM, MA, MHC-I
Born in Brooklyn to native Italian parents, Alex earned a Bachelor’s Summa cum Laude in Social Work, Education, Human Development and Family Sciences. The first in her family to attend college, she went on to pursue 3 Masters degrees in Mental Health Counseling, Psychological Counseling, and School Counseling from Columbia University as well as an Advanced Certificate in College Advising. At both the competitive Beacon High School and at Crimson Education, Alex guided students in NYC and across the globe through the college application process.
As a School Counselor for the NYC Department of Education, Alex works closely with students and families to navigate the complex NYC high school application process (700+ programs at 400+ schools). Specializing in a diverse array of students, she serves as the school’s 504 Coordinator, Respect for All Liaison, and the Suicide Prevention Liaison.
As a Division 1 Cheerleader who went on to manage an Orangetheory while in graduate school, Alex has always prioritized fitness for physical and mental strength.
Approach & Values
Alex has seen how mental health care has a profound impact not only on academic success, but also on social/emotional wellbeing. She believes that therapy is about equipping clients with the skills to become emotionally competent and self-assured adults. With an emphasis on Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, she works to replace negative thinking so that students can manage their own responses, rather than reacting to the actions of those around them.
Alex integrates psychoeducation and social emotional learning to empower clients to make informed decisions regarding their mental health care, including those hesitant and/or new to counseling.
Specialties:
- Learning and behavioral styles including: ADHD, ODD, ASD, School Refusal, Gifted, IEP’s, & 504’s
- Anxiety and Stress Management for High-Pressure Populations
- Time Management and Executive Function
- Social Skills and Navigating Peer Conflict
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapies
- Mindfulness and Mind/body Connection
- Middle School through Graduate School Application Processes
- Educational & Career Counseling for Maximizing Synergy & Success
- Parent Coaching of Children, Adolescents, & Young Adults
- Minimizing Trauma & Maximizing Happiness for Teens & Beyond
- Developing Resilience and a Growth Mindset