Ryan Ricca

School-Based Mental Health Professional

I’ve worked in school systems for over seven years, with my entire career focused on the special education field as both a counselor and a social worker. I’ve had the privilege of supporting students from 3rd grade through 12th grade, and even into adulthood. 

I’m originally from New Jersey, where I spent 15 years dancing classical ballet in a pre-professional training program from childhood through early adulthood. Most recently, I lived in Indiana for five years, working in a school setting before recently relocating to Colorado to be with my family.

I’m excited to continue my work supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic growth and am looking forward to my first year at PTEC. Outside of school, I love being in nature, painting, and attempting to learn how to ski as a first-time skier.

  • LSW, Licensed Social Worker
  • MSW, Master's degree in social work from Indiana University with a certificate in E-Social Work practice, telehealth 
  • BSW, Bachelor's degree in Social Work from West Virginia University with a minor in gerontology, West Virginia University.

Office Location

PTEC