Behavioral Health
Pinnacle Wellness Group works with Rise Counseling Treasure Coast to provide behavioral health services.
Stephanie Sammons
MS, LMHC, MCAP, CCTP
Hi! My name is Stephanie. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), a Master’s-Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with over 20 years of experience in individual, relationship, family, and group counseling. I hold a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an emphasis on Clinical Mental Health from Messiah College in Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Liberty University in Virginia. My professional affiliations include the American Counseling Association, the Florida Certification Board, the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium, and the Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. This isn’t just a counseling practice; it’s how I live out my life passion. I truly do love helping others rise above life’s challenges, and I believe it is possible for you to live a fulfilling life!
Damien Gregorian
BS, CMHC Intern Counselor
Hi! My name is Damien. I have achieved my bachelor's degree in human services at Indian River State College. I am currently at Nova University diligently working towards my master’s degree in mental health counseling paving the way to become a licensed mental health counselor. The therapeutic modalities that I specialize in are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential Therapy. Fun facts: I have trained in martial arts for roughly 20 years. I also enjoy spending time in nature as much as I can. Also, I really enjoy travelling across the country/world, specifically to experience the culture and food.
Heather McIntosh
MS Counselor
Hi! My name is Heather, I attended Grand Canyon University and graduated with a
Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling. My theoretical orientation is
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which I utilize consistently in individual and family therapy. I
believe in the healing arts and helping others on their healing journey. A fun fact about me
is my love for water in its various forms and its therapeutic value. Growing up in Jamaica
may have been a major contributing factor.
Bjorn S. James
BS, RBT, Counselor
Salutations, my name is Bjorn “BJ” James and I’m from Port St. Lucie, FL. I’m currently a dual-concentration graduate student in the master’s program at Nova Southeastern University. I’m studying to become a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LMHC). I am profoundly connected to my Caribbean heritage and culture. My parents were born in Jamaica and so they have always made it a point to teach me about things from back home. I live in PSL with my beautiful bride, two daughters, and two dogs. I enjoy playing basketball, traveling, eating at unique restaurants, spending time with family, and collecting vinyl records. I currently work as a registered behavior technician/practitioner and CMHC intern in the Treasure Coast area. I have been working with individuals who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, neurological disorders, and mental health conditions for about 15 years now. I really enjoy it and I’m definitely excited about my future endeavors regarding the helping profession. I fun fact about me is that I really enjoy playing chess. In my free time, I study the game extensively. I would like to play in a club level tournament one day for fun!
Bonnie Schott
BA, CAP Counselor
Hi! My name is Bonnie. I received my degree at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and
UMass Boston. I have my certified addictions professional credential. I love working with adults
and their families. I have a client-centered humanistic approach, focusing on existentialism, and
mindfulness, while keeping careful consideration of cultural concerns and practices. If you’re
not sure where to start or are worried about being judged or not sure about counseling in
general please reach out I would be happy to meet with you. I have over 15 years of experience
working in the counseling field. I describe myself as a down-to-earth person with a sense of
humor and personal demeanor. I help support clients as they navigate grief, anxiety, depression,
communication, and adjustment/transitions in life. I strongly believe in providing client center
approach to my sessions seeing my clients to be the experts in their lives. I like exploring
outdoor activities, going to the beach, spending time with family and friends, as well as
spending time snuggling with my dog “Tito” reading.
