Celeste Trevino, LCPC

Seasoned Illinois therapist for relationships and trauma

Relationship healing
Trauma and abuse recovery
Stress and anxiety management

About Celeste Trevino

Celeste Trevino is an Illinois-based Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 35 years of clinical experience guiding people through complex emotional and relational challenges. She focuses on helping individuals gain clearer self-understanding, process difficult past experiences, and build practical skills for lasting personal growth. Her practice centers on addressing stress and anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma and abuse recovery, anger, and self-esteem concerns while attending to related issues such as attachment patterns, communication difficulties, and life transitions.

Known for an empathic and steady approach, she supports clients in identifying core emotional patterns and developing healthier coping strategies that foster resilience and greater emotional balance. Her work often emphasizes reclaiming personal agency and exploring meaningful change, with attention to women's issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and diverse identity concerns including kink and alternative sexual culture. Celeste combines professional expertise with respect and collaboration to help people move from surviving difficult experiences toward purposeful growth and renewed self-direction.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameHearing impairedImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Celeste Trevino have?

Celeste Trevino has 35 years of experience as a practicing therapist.

Is Celeste Trevino a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Her license is IL LCPC 180001465.

In which languages does Celeste Trevino provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Celeste Trevino located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Celeste Trevino as my therapist?

You can work with Celeste Trevino through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Celeste Trevino work with international clients?

Celeste Trevino does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Celeste Trevino cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approach-Focused Care Online with Celeste Trevino

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and intimacy. It helps people understand abandonment fears, dependence or avoidance tendencies, and how those patterns affect present-day relationships. Emotionally-Focused Therapy centers on identifying and reshaping emotional experiences within relationships to strengthen bonds and improve communication, often assisting couples and individuals working through attachment injuries. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve self-esteem.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the journey, and Celeste works collaboratively with each person to determine what aligns with their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines clinical experience with client input to tailor interventions that fit the individual context.

Online therapy provides flexible options for engaging in this work via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats allow licensed professionals to offer consistent support around busy schedules, reduce travel barriers, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not convenient. For many people, remote sessions make it easier to prioritize therapy and integrate progress into daily life.

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