Welcome to my Practice
Our mission is to help individuals, both adults and children discover and live up to their full potential. We inspire hope, encouragement and motivation. We strive to empower clients with competence and self-appreciation. Clients will experience change and growth that will lead to significant increases in their performance capability academically, professionally and socially.
We diagnose and provide counseling for most mental health conditions. We specialize in ADHD counseling services and Trauma / PTSD counseling. Our approach is brief and integrative, therefore you will not have to be in counseling forever. 6-12 counseling sessions are usually adequate to help resolve an issue.
We serve the Tampa Bay Florida area including Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Bradenton, Palmetto, Sarasota and Riverview. Our counseling office is located in North St. Petersburg, FL.
ADHD (ADD) Counseling
A relationship goes through numerous phases during its life cycle, …
Marriage & Couples Counseling
Whether it is social phobia, specific phobia, post traumatic …
Depression & Anxiety Counseling
Depression is a mental illness, which one should not confuse …
PTSD, Trauma & Abuse Counseling
Individual treatment is often termed as psychotherapy, and is …
Children's Counseling
There are many emotional issues that find a corner in our heart, …
Mental Health Resources & Info.
Mental Health Resources | St. Pete, FL Have you ever wanted to learn more about mental health? I have created a mental health resources section on my site that contains information about signs, symptoms and treatments for mental health issues. …
Signs & Symptoms of ADHD (ADD)
ADHD (ADD) Signs & Symptoms | St. Pete, FL Presenting symptoms will vary from person to person. There are 3 sub-types of ADHD and the symptoms will appear according to the subtype diagnosis. The subtypes are: Inattentive type, Hyperactive/Impulsive …
Mental Health Issues Signs & Symptoms
Signs & Symptoms of Mental Health Issues | St. Pete, FL Here is a list of mental health symptoms that should prompt you to get help and that may indicate a serious mental health problem. Insomnia Hypersomnia Loss of appetite Increased …
Testimonials
Cara has been amazing. My husband and I have seen her many times for help with improving communication and working through topics that have not been addressed due to them being potentially "explosive" topics. She has never made either of us feel judged or uncomfortable. Cara has a great sense of humor and is a very effective counselor. I would not hesitate to recommend Cara to anyone who is looking for help.
AnonymousSt. Petersburg, FL
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer in-home visits?
Not at this time, but we do offer online mental health counseling for individuals and groups that are held via video calls.
What conditions or diagnoses do you typically treat
While we specialize in ADHD and PTSD, a large variety of issues are treated here at Pinnacle every day. Some clients are not diagnosed at all but want to address stress, problems sleeping or relationship issues.
Do you offer medication prescriptions?
Not at this time. For now, we are offering counseling, coaching, diagnostic assessment, and support and assistance with ADA accommodations at school or work.