Meet the Team

Hello there, and welcome.

I’m Christina Kennedy (she/her), MA, LAMFT

Founder + Psychotherapist Wild Willow Counseling, PLLC

I’m so glad you’re here.

You've been struggling for so long and you are ready to move forward. But, how do you find a therapist in Tempe, AZ that you can really trust? How do you find someone who truly meets your needs and understands what YOU are all about? The process of therapy needs to happen with someone you trust and can click with. 

Hi, my name is Christina Kennedy, and I became a therapist in Tempe, AZ because I deeply love helping people who have been through hard situations and want to make their life better. Throughout life, I have seen so much pain around me in the world, and through my own experience, have discovered how powerful therapy can be.

I am a master level clinician with associate licensure (LAMFT-10518), which means that I am currently in the process of accruing experience and supervision towards independent licensure in Arizona. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, and have been working with individuals and couples to deepen their connection to themselves and others for nearly a decade. My clinical lens is “eclectic” and informed by many of the great psychological researchers of our time. I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (couples + relationships), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My specialties include working with individuals who are healing from Anxiety, a Break up / Broken Heart, and Grief + Loss. Additionally, I am passionate about holding a safe space for couples to detangle their negative and destructive conflict cycle, heal their broken bonds, and build a safe and secure attachment. Whether you are a talker or strong and silent, and whatever type of bad experience you've been through — I've got the tools and strategies that really work. And, if what we do doesn't work, I'm gonna change it up or refer you out. I care more about you actually healing and making progress and living a healed life full of joy than anything else. 

I know it can feel like a big step to call a counselor, but I’ll make it easy. We’ll spend 15 minutes on the phone, and I’ll let you know how or if I can help. If I am not the right person, I’ll do my best to get you to the right person.

Contact me at (623) 777-9696 for your free 15-minute phone consultation for counseling in Tempe. Or, click to learn more about my specialties today. You deserve to live in the present and create a future that isn't being dragged down or derailed by your past. 

I’m Raquel Cantacessi (she/her), LMFT

Clinical Supervisor

I am Raquel Cantacessi, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and in Arizona. I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years and a nationally approved clinical supervisor with American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) for 20 years. I have also enjoyed teaching with Hope International University in their Graduate Studies programs for over 20 years. It is a blessing and a privilege to join a therapist's journey as a supervisor and help them become the best and most effective therapist they can be. Christina and Wild Willow Counseling have my upmost respect and support for the positive and healing impact they offer for those who want and need change.


Supervised Private Practice

This is a supervised private practice. It is owned and managed by a master’s level, non-independent licensee under Board-approved clinical supervision pursuant to A.A.C. R4-6-211. My supervisor, Raquel Cantacessi, ensures I am providing you with the quality care you deserve. In order to do so, she has access to clinical files, client contact information, progress notes, etc. Raquel can be contacted at (623) 866-5430 / rcantacessi@wildwillowcounseling.com.

Get started with counseling, today.