About Me
The types of therapy I use are Solution Focused, Trauma Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, while always providing Unconditional Positive Regard throughout interactions with clients as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
In over 15 years, I have helped thousands of people as a counselor and a social worker. I attended the University of Tennessee for over 6 years, primarily studying social work at the graduate level, completing a Master's of Science degree and all but dissertation (abd) in the Social Work PhD (doctoral) program. I decided teaching and research are not my passion. I enjoy serving others and watching growth and change occur. I have also worked advising other therapists on clinical treatment needs at a community mental health center for over 3 years. I stand apart and I do not have preconceived notions about the individual I am serving, as no two people or two situations are alike.
Worksheets and references are provided to assist in the process of change, completed following sessions and to provide something real to refer to in your change process. Work is done within sessions, but the true tests are the thinking and practicing outside of our counseling sessions. I will be with you along the way, figuratively, in your heart and mind, but the true work can only be done by you.
I have worked extensively with people that have substance abuse struggles, parenting and relationship issues, and mental health difficulties (specifically trauma, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety and depression). I have worked with individuals, young and old, navigating concerns with their sexuality and gender identity. Please note that my first method of great service is to establish a totally judgment-free zone. I work to serve others and am here to serve your unique concerns and needs. You are seeking help for a reason, a change must be in order. Let's create a picture of what your ideal life would be and develop a plan together to journey to that place.
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Services Offered
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Licensing
LICSW #2468 (Expires: 2022-05-31)
Reviews
She is good with me! They paired ne with a great listener! She offered great advice that i use daily.
Very satisfied and enjoy speaking with her
Compatibility w your counselor is key. And I think mine is very compatible with me. I’m glad we found each other. She knows her stuff.
She’s great
I really like Tonya a lot! She is very accommodating! Very patient and understanding and I like the techniques she has suggested to help suit my needs.
I can’t thank Celeste enough for all the support and advice she has given me. She completely understands my needs and supports me through all the processes I go through. When I speak to Celeste I feel really connected to her, she is very straight talking, this is something I much appreciate, but also she is a very caring person. She has helped me massively with my mental health and has provided me with many good resources to help me with this.
I would highly recommend Celeste to anyone.