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Clinical

CLINICAL

Chelsea Smart, LCSW

Clinical Director

Laura Jones, LISAC

Assistant Clinical Director

Justin Szela, LCSW

Primary Therapist

Mary Sewright, LPC

Primary Therapist

Bryan Williams, LCSW

Primary Therapist

Kristian Cerna, LASAC

Primary Therapist

Adaiah Gooden, MPC LASAC

Primary Therapist

Elaine Hernandez, LAC

Primary Therapist

Jaron Parr, LMSW

Primary Therapist

Kevin Harvey, MS

Primary Therapist

Laura Zsako, MA

Therapist

Michelle Krzeszowski LASAC, CCTS-A

Therapist

Katelyn Wierenga, LCSW

EMDR Therapist

Tawny Gamboa, BA

Group Facilitator

Frank Thompson

Group Facilitator

Renee Caccamese

Group Facilitator

Ashley Borys

Sound Healing

Lori Binder, L.Ac., CN, MT

Licensed Acupuncturist

Gretchen Seeck

Yoga Instructor and Reiki Specialist

Kayla Critchfield

Case Manager

Jared Bakin

Case Manager

Jordan Boone

Case Manager

Marisa Velez

Case Manager

Erin Antry

Case Manager

Sidney Michel

Case Manager

Administration

ADMINISTRATION

Tyler Tisdale

Founder & CEO

Christopher Hayes

Co-Owner, COO

Connor Heidemann

Director of Admissions

Brannan Timberlake

Director of Operations.

Stephanie Hathaway

Claims Manager

Nate Pearce

Controller

Medical

MEDICAL

Steven J. Locnikar, DO

Medical Director

Patrice Roy, PMHNP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Erica Jhinnu

Director of Nursing, RN

Outreach

OUTREACH TEAM

Alex Carey

Director of Business Development

Allie Brazas-Hayes

Co-Owner / Veterans Outreach

TJ Moore

Clinical Outreach

Alex Aiken

Clinical Outreach

Kris Lampman

Clinical Outreach

Chelsea Smart, LCSW

Clinical Director
Pinnacle Peak Recovery, LLC
Clinical Excellence | Compassionate Care | Family Feel

Chelsea Smart is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Brandman University, and her Master of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University.

Chelsea is a US Navy Veteran with an understanding of veterans’ programs and benefits and experience advocating for veteran clients in need of mental health and substance use treatment.

Following her naval career, Chelsea focused her attention on adult behavioral health, gaining experience in the residential treatment of co-occurring disorders, domestic violence advocacy, youth corrections, and transitional programs to reduce recidivism rates.

Chelsea believes in meeting the client where they are at and providing compassionate care that is free from judgment or stigma. Chelsea has a history of working with and advocating for clients from a variety of backgrounds, with varying challenges and barriers. She utilizes the strengths perspective to build upon clients’ resilience and assist them in overcoming barriers to recovery.

Laura Jones, LISAC

Assistant Clinical Director
Pinnacle Peak Recovery, LLC
Clinical Excellence | Compassionate Care | Family Feel

Laura Jones is the Assistant Clinical Director at Pinnacle Peak Recovery, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. Her career began in 2013 after earning an associate degree in business from Eastern Arizona College.

Laura spent nine transformative years at Maricopa County Public Health, where she became a Certified Community Health Worker. Her community work, focused on tobacco and chronic disease prevention, ignited her passion for helping others, leading her to co-lead a quit smoking class for public health employees.

Motivated by her desire to make a more direct impact, Laura returned to school and obtained a bachelor’s degree in addiction counseling in 2016. Her initial hands-on experience came from working in Maricopa County Jails as an addiction group facilitator, where she also conducted mental health assessments. This role paved the way for her to pursue a master’s degree in Addiction Counseling from Ottawa University. By 2020, Laura secured her first position as an Addiction Clinician, a role she has passionately embraced ever since.

Laura’s treatment approach is profoundly client-centered, empathetic, and open-minded. She is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Interventions, Mindfulness, Co-occurring Disorders(CCD), and Crisis Intervention. She advocates for a holistic recovery process, believing in addressing all aspects of a client’s life to foster healing and growth.

Personal experience with addiction deeply informs Laura’s professional motivation. Having navigated the challenges of addiction herself, she understands the stark contrast between living in addiction’s shadow and thriving in recovery. Her primary goal is to help others break free from the bonds of addiction and mental health to lead successful, healthy lives.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Laura is an enthusiastic gardener who grows most of her own vegetables. She also cherishes her time spent fishing at tranquil lakes, a hobby she has enjoyed since she was three years old. Known affectionately as #FSHNGRL, Laura finds joy and relaxation in nature, which complements her holistic approach to life and work.

Justin Szela, LCSW

Primary Therapist
Pinnacle Peak Recovery, LLC
Clinical Excellence | Compassionate Care | Family Feel

Justin Szela is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 6 years of experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. Justin has worked within the residential level of care with both adults and teenagers, worked within a jail setting in Los Angeles, and worked with the homeless on Skid Row in Los Angeles. Justin’s work experience has led him to encounter most mental health diagnoses, most substances that can be misused, and a professional understanding that “everyone needs to be treated differently.”

Justin believes in “everyone is a human at their core” and emphasizes the importance of clinical rapport with the clients he works with. Justin identifies the importance of “meeting them where they are at” and allowing them to feel heard, seen, valued, and respected. Justin believes in advocating for his client's needs, empowering their self-belief and inner self-worth, and taking the time in treatment to “be selfish” and make changes to help them achieve their goals and dreams.

Justin obtained his Bachelor of Social Work from Eastern Connecticut State University and continued his education by obtaining his Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California with a concentration in Adult Mental Health and Wellness and Substance Use.

Personally, Justin spends his free time on the golf course, hanging out with his dog Kevin, spending time with his fiancé, or playing video games with his friends.

Jaron Parr, LMSW

Primary Therapist
Pinnacle Peak Recovery, LLC
Clinical Excellence | Compassionate Care | Family Feel

Jaron Parr stands as a Primary Therapist at Pinnacle Peak Recovery, bringing with him four years of diverse and rich experience in the realm of social work. His journey has seen him working with a wide range of individuals – from incarcerated students pursuing their G.E.D’s and college education, to people experiencing homelessness, mental health issues, and substance abuse. Jaron's work in helping individuals navigate the legal system and his role in crisis response teams have equipped him with a solid foundation for practicing in a professional, ethical, and realistic manner.

Jaron's educational background is as comprehensive as his field experience. He holds a Master’s of Social Work from Northern Arizona University and has furthered his expertise through several certifications. He is a Certified Trauma Support

Specialist through the Arizona Institute on Trauma, has a certificate from the Crisis Interventionist Regional Training Academy, and is a Certified Peer Support Specialist. Additionally, he is trained in Thought Field Therapy, adding another dimension to his therapeutic skills.

His approach to treatment is deeply influenced by his own journey of recovery. As an MSW and an individual who has personally navigated the challenges of addiction, Jaron combines his educational background and lived experience to assist others in overcoming life’s obstacles. He employs an understanding of how the brain operates during addiction and the transformative changes required for recovery, using this knowledge to foster motivation and resilience in his clients.

Jaron’s path to becoming a therapist was shaped by his personal experiences with addiction, which began with a sports injury and subsequent prescription medications. The resulting legal, financial, and social troubles became a catalyst for change, leading him on a decade-long journey of sobriety and self-improvement. Today, he is driven by a purpose to make a positive impact on the world and to share the strength he has gained with others in recovery.

Family plays a pivotal role in Jaron’s life. The unwavering support from his partner, their 2-year-old child, and his mother has been instrumental in his recovery journey. His gratitude for their support is now reflected in his commitment to providing for them and growing alongside them.

In his free time, Jaron is an avid hiker and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family. He is a music enthusiast, keeps fit with regular workouts in his home gym, and is committed to continuous self-education, constantly striving to improve both as a professional and as an individual.