About Paula DeBenedetto and
Pinnacle Peak Counseling

Paula DeBenedetto, MSW, LCSW
Arizona and Nationally Board Certified
Certified Grief Recovery Specialist
EMDR Certified

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Paula graduated from Aurora University with Degrees in Early Childhood Development and Elementary Education. After several years of teaching she attended the University of Illinois, Chicago where she received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work. Before entering private practice, Paula explored many areas of social work. Paula has worked with the Sheriff’s Department in the Psychological Services Unit and has management and counseling experience in both in-patient and out-patient settings. She has consulted with the Scottsdale School District, Project Challenge and various Employee Assistance Programs including U.S. West and America West Airlines. In her private practice Paula offers individual, couple and family therapy.