Mario Castelo (he/him/el)

MSW, LSW
Accepting Clients

I'm a Latinx, queer therapist. If my bio and approach resonates with you, please reach out! It would be my honor to work with you.

Social Worker in Illinois
Supervised by Robert E. Manrique

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

Maybe your health and relationships are being strained by past traumatic events, or you are anxious about current challenges and the uncertainty of your future. Maybe you are transitioning to a new stage in your life. Perhaps you want to become the best version of yourself, create new healthy habits, and overcome unhelpful thought patterns. We are all wired to search for healing, wellness, and success.

My Background and Approach

Therapy is one of the best ways to work towards these goals in a safe and confidential manner. In therapy, you have the power and control of what you want to work on; I will provide you with a safe, calm, and reliable professional relationship; and together we will work towards your chosen goal. I was born in Los Angeles, California and raised in Mexico. I migrated to the United States in 2007. Since then, I have worked at several non-profit agencies supporting children, parents, and young adults, I am passionate about working with those who have experienced immigration, intimate partner violence, trauma, and stress resulting from life transitions.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $150/session

Reach out to Mario