Meet Celeste
Celeste Celaya, LPC, CCTP-II
Founder & Therapist
Being a therapist has been a dream of mine since I was a teenager. During some of the hardest seasons of my own life, I experienced firsthand what it was like to have someone offer a safe, compassionate space to be seen, understood, and supported. That experience changed the direction of my life and inspired me to become the kind of therapist who could offer that same space to others.
Over the years, I've had the privilege of working alongside children, adolescents, and adults in nonprofit, community mental health, and private practice settings. While my work has evolved, one thing has remained the same: I love helping people make sense of experiences that have shaped the way they see themselves and the world around them.
Today, I primarily work with women healing from childhood trauma. Many of the women I meet are thoughtful, hardworking, and deeply caring. They're often the ones everyone else depends on. They've learned to keep going, put themselves last, and carry more than most people realize. On the outside, they appear strong and capable. On the inside, they feel exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or frustrated that insight alone hasn't created the lasting change they're looking for.
One of my favorite parts of this work is helping women gently make sense of those patterns—not with judgment, but with compassion. I don't believe healing is about fixing who you are. I believe the person you've always been is still there. Sometimes life's experiences create layers that make it harder to recognize yourself. Together, we'll gently work through those experiences, understand the patterns they've shaped, and create space for lasting healing and meaningful change.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity. I want therapy to be a place where you don't feel pressure to have the right words or all the answers. You don't have to show up perfectly here. We'll simply begin where you are and move at a pace that feels right for you.
I truly feel that this work is part of my life’s purpose and it’s an honor to be invited into your healing process.
Outside of the therapy room…
You’ll often find me at a Pilates class, walking my dog, listening to a podcast, or searching for a local coffee shop where I can slow down for a bit. I value connection, personal growth, and finding small moments of joy in everyday life.
Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona (LPC-23045)
AZBBHE Approved Clinical Supervisor
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Level 2 (CCTP-II)
Member of the American Counseling Association
Education
Master of Counseling, Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies & Human Development, University of Arizona
“You don’t need to become someone new — you get to come home to who you’ve always been.”
I believe healing looks different for everyone. Your experiences, strengths, and goals are uniquely yours, which is why I don't believe in following a scripted approach to therapy. Instead, we'll work together to create a space that feels supportive, collaborative, and tailored to what you need.
Some days that may mean slowing down and processing difficult emotions. Other days it may involve building practical skills, exploring long-standing patterns, or using approaches like EMDR, somatic therapy, mindfulness, or therapeutic yoga to help you move beyond insight and into lasting change.
My role isn't to tell you who you should become. It's to help you better understand yourself, reconnect with your strengths, and support you as you create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all.
What You Can Expect
A space where you don't have to have it all figured out.
You don't need to know exactly what to say or have all the answers before coming to therapy. We'll simply begin where you are.
Compassion without judgment.
Healing often begins by understanding your experiences with curiosity instead of criticism. Together, we'll explore your story in a way that feels safe and supportive.
Therapy that's active and collaborative.
I'll ask thoughtful questions, offer observations, celebrate your strengths, and gently challenge patterns that may no longer be serving you. Therapy isn't something that happens to you—we'll work together throughout the process.
Healing at your own pace.
There is no timeline you have to meet. We'll move at a pace that feels manageable while continuing to make meaningful progress toward your goals.
You don’t have to carry this alone.
Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you’ve been carrying, and begin reconnecting with yourself. When you’re ready, I invite you to schedule a free consultation so we can talk about what you’re looking for and see if working together feels like the right fit.