Pinnacle Counseling Institute Inc

Pinnacle Counseling Institute Inc We are a team of professional and caring therapists committed to providing quality counseling services to people in need.

Stress is part of life, but it doesn’t have to run your life. By noticing its signs early and practicing healthy coping ...
10/10/2025

Stress is part of life, but it doesn’t have to run your life. By noticing its signs early and practicing healthy coping skills, you can protect your peace of mind and improve your overall well-being.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
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📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
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10/06/2025

🌿 This is Jeannette Bevan 🌿
Walking alongside women toward healing and hope.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
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Sometimes stress grows too heavy to manage alone. That’s where counseling can help. In therapy, you’ll have a safe space...
10/03/2025

Sometimes stress grows too heavy to manage alone. That’s where counseling can help. In therapy, you’ll have a safe space to talk about what’s weighing on you and learn new tools to manage stress more effectively. Many people find that having guidance and support allows them to feel stronger and more capable of handling challenges.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

09/30/2025

💙 Meet Ashley 💙
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, helping you find hope and healing in Orlando.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
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Healthy coping doesn’t mean getting rid of stress completely—it means learning how to handle it in ways that protect you...
09/23/2025

Healthy coping doesn’t mean getting rid of stress completely—it means learning how to handle it in ways that protect your well-being. A few helpful strategies include:

1. Practice Mindful Breathing – Slow breathing helps calm your body’s stress response.
2. Move Your Body Daily – Even light activity like stretching or walking reduces tension.
3. Stay Connected – Talking with a supportive friend or loved one helps lighten the load.
4. Set Healthy Boundaries – Protect your time and energy by saying no when needed.
5. Create Small Rest Breaks – Build in moments of pause throughout your day to reset.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

09/19/2025

✨ Meet Jen ✨
Partnering with clients through life’s challenges with compassion, care, and hope.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

Everyone feels stress, but when it becomes constant, it can start to interfere with daily life. What begins as pressure ...
09/16/2025

Everyone feels stress, but when it becomes constant, it can start to interfere with daily life. What begins as pressure from work, family, or unexpected events can slowly build until it feels overwhelming. Left unaddressed, stress can drain your energy, cloud your thinking, and affect your relationships.

The important thing to remember is this: stress is manageable. With awareness and the right tools, it’s possible to face challenges without feeling consumed by them.

The Hidden Effects of Stress
Stress isn’t just “in your head.” It often shows up in the body, emotions, and behavior:

> Tension headaches, muscle aches, or fatigue
> Difficulty focusing or remembering things
> Feeling easily frustrated or worried
> Withdrawing from activities or people you normally enjoy

These are warning signs that your body and mind need attention.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

You are not meant to feel stuck, anxious, or diminished in your relationships. Love—real love—doesn’t depend on walking ...
09/05/2025

You are not meant to feel stuck, anxious, or diminished in your relationships. Love—real love—doesn’t depend on walking on eggshells or constantly proving your worth. Healthy relationships feel safe, consistent, and mutual.

If you’ve been caught in a cycle that leaves you feeling confused or emotionally worn down, it’s okay to step back. You don’t have to stay in pain to prove your loyalty. Healing begins with believing that you deserve peace, safety, and respect.

Our counselors bring the expertise and compassion needed to help you break free from toxic relationship patterns and begin healing. Your story isn’t over—this can be the start of a healthier, more empowering chapter.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

Healing from trauma bonding is not about flipping a switch—it’s about reclaiming your sense of self, safety, and emotion...
08/29/2025

Healing from trauma bonding is not about flipping a switch—it’s about reclaiming your sense of self, safety, and emotional clarity. Here’s how that process can begin:

Identify the pattern: Awareness is the first step. Journaling or speaking with a therapist can help you name what’s happening.
Rebuild your identity: Engage in activities, relationships, and practices that connect you to who you are outside the relationship.
Set boundaries: Even small boundaries create space for healing. They affirm that your needs and feelings matter.
Seek support: You don’t have to go through this alone. A therapist can help you understand the cycle and guide you through your next steps.

Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.
📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

Why Trauma Bonds FormTrauma bonds don’t form out of weakness—they form out of emotional survival. They’re often shaped b...
08/21/2025

Why Trauma Bonds Form

Trauma bonds don’t form out of weakness—they form out of emotional survival. They’re often shaped by past experiences, unmet emotional needs, or distorted ideas of love and loyalty. Some common reasons include:

Intermittent reinforcement: When kindness and cruelty are mixed, the brain holds onto the positive moments and hopes they’ll return.
Low self-esteem: You may begin to believe you’re the problem—or that you don’t deserve something better.
Familiar chaos: If instability or emotional neglect were part of your early relationships, unpredictability may feel normal.
Hope for change: You stay for who the person could be, not who they continue to show themselves to be.
This creates a pattern where pain is tolerated—and even rationalized—in the hope of returning to the “good times.”

Signs You Might Be in a Trauma Bond

Trauma bonding can be difficult to recognize from the inside, but some signs include:

Justifying or minimizing the other person’s hurtful behavior
Feeling loyal to them even when it comes at your own expense
Feeling guilt, fear, or panic at the thought of leaving
Blaming yourself for the dysfunction in the relationship
Hiding what’s really happening from family or friends
If you see yourself in these signs, know this: healing is not only possible—it’s within reach.

📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

Trapped in a Cycle? Understanding Trauma Bonding and How to Break FreeYou might feel deeply connected to someone—even so...
08/11/2025

Trapped in a Cycle? Understanding Trauma Bonding and How to Break Free

You might feel deeply connected to someone—even someone who causes you pain. You may defend them, justify their behavior, or believe things will get better if you just try harder. When the relationship swings between hurt and harmony, it’s hard to know what’s real. This cycle is often a sign of trauma bonding—a powerful emotional attachment formed in unhealthy or abusive dynamics.

If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or confused by a relationship, you’re not alone—and there is a path toward clarity and healing.

What Is Trauma Bonding?

Trauma bonding develops when repeated mistreatment is followed by moments of affection, apology, or connection. These brief emotional highs—often unexpected—create a sense of relief and hope, which keeps the bond alive. Your nervous system begins to associate love with inconsistency, and even pain.

Over time, the relationship may feel impossible to leave—not because it’s healthy, but because your mind and body have adapted to the emotional rollercoaster.

📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

Growing emotional resilience is a process. Some days it might feel like you’re making huge strides, other days like you’...
08/01/2025

Growing emotional resilience is a process. Some days it might feel like you’re making huge strides, other days like you’re back at square one — and that’s okay. Over time, all those small moments of awareness, self-care, and reaching out for support add up to something steady and strong.

If you’re curious about how therapy could help you build more resilience, we’re here to support you. Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to take that next step.

📍 Visit us: 1964 Howell Branch Rd, #106, Winter Park, FL 32792
📞 Call now: 407-657-5800
🌐 Learn more: www.pinnaclecounselinginstitute.com

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1964 Howell Branch Road, Suite 106
Winter Park, FL
32792

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Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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Pinnacle Counseling Institute

Pinnacle’s goal is to provide you with the highest quality counseling by the most skilled and effective counselors. Pinnacle's counselors are highly gifted and considered the best among their colleagues.

Why Pinnacle?

The counselors are distinctive in their:


  • ability to build a safe relationship