Family therapy and counseling in Arizona

You've been showing up for everyone else. Inside you feel drained, anxious, or stuck — and you know something has to change.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, a challenging relationship, loss of sense of self, etc. that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, our work or career? Do you feel emotional, exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, lost by different but relatable problems, trying to live up to someone else’s standards, getting through the day, answering call, emails, texts, the thought of there is no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you question, wonder or hope that life could be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or uncertain about the overall struggle you are focusing on where it be a difficult relationship, working through a loss, finding your place in life or moving past assault.

Clients often describe me as open-minded, empowering, and easy to talk to. I believe healing happens when you feel safe, accepted, and not alone, and that’s the kind of environment we’ll build together.

Sanjay Kestner MC, LPC, CHST is a licensed professional counselor who specializes in sex therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Sanjay received his bachelor's degree in psychology from Gonzaga University, and his master's degree in counseling from Arizona State University. He is a Certified Holistic Sex Therapist who specializes in men's issues. Sanjay is a sex positive and LGBTQ friendly counselor.

Trying to find a therapist can be overwhelming. You may be wondering will this person get me? Will they understand what I'm going through? I'm here to help you find relief and make this process easy. Depressed, Anxious, Hoping for a Stronger Relationship? Let's get unstuck! I'll work with you to identify and remove the obstacles you have been facing. Through our discussions you'll increase self awareness and learn to act with more intention in your daily life.

I was born and raised in the Chicagoland area. My undergraduate B.A and graduate M.A. training took place at Wheaton College. Following graduate school in the midwest, I moved to the west coast, where I attended the California School of Professional Psychology. Here, I earned a M.A in applied psychology and Psy. D. in clinical psychology with a dual emphasis in forensics and family therapy. My research consisted of working with high risk sexual offenders. Following my time on the west coast, I worked as a Staff Psychologist and Assistant Professor at a local university. In my free time, I train in combat arts and play guitar (try at least ;-).