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Name: Dr. John Pellitteri
Profession: Counseling Psychologist
License Number: NYS License# 014367
Location: Brooklyn /Queens, New York
Education
Ph.D. - Counseling Psychology, New York University
M.Ed. - School Counseling, Teachers College, Columbia University
M.A. - Music Therapy, New York University
B.S. - Music Education, New York University
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Professional experience
Current
Associate Professor, City University of New York
Psychologist - Private Practice, Brooklyn, NY
Psychological & Educational Consultant
Past
Brooklyn Community Counseling Center
Veterans Affairs Medical Center -Brooklyn
Archdiocese Drug Abuse Prevention Program
Postgraduate Center for Mental Health
Northside Center for Child Development
Jewish Board of Family and Children Services
Affiliations
Member, American Psychological Association
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Clinical interests
The main focus of my work centers around emotional intelligence which involves awareness of feelings, controlling one’s moods and emotions, understanding how emotions and thoughts interact, and influencing others’ feelings. I have conducted several research studies and have professional journal publications on this topic. Emotional intelligence is an important aspect of my work in counseling and psychotherapy. I have taught courses, served on advisory boards, and have made professional presentations on the clinical and educational applications of emotional intelligence. My edited book, Emotionally Intelligent School Counseling, is published by Erlbaum Publishers (2006).
I am particularly interested in how improving our emotional intelligence abilities leads to better adjustment in educational, social, work and family situations. As emotions are such a central part of our lives and our relationships, I have examined how emotional intelligence relates to adaptive and healthy personality. As a former music educator and music therapist, I have seen the power of creative arts in expressing emotions. Along these lines I have examined how music and aesthetics can be used as teaching tools for emotional learning, communication and personal change.
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Love-Life interests and expertise
As a counseling psychologist I have had the opportunity to work with adults who present with a range of issues related to love life. I have counseled couples and individuals dealing with marital and family discord, divorce, relationship break ups, sexual problems, and communication difficulties. The graduate level courses that I teach focus on interpersonal process which emphasizes how one’s relationships are influenced by personality, family dynamics, individual needs, communication styles, and cultural background.
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Practice information
In my private practice I see individuals, couples and families. I also provide services in psychological testing, career development, and consultation.
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Personal relationship status
My wife and I have been married for many years and we have two wonderful young children.
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