Kyndel holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Practice from Georgia State University and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Alabama. Kyndel is also licensed as a professional counselor in the state of Georgia. Kyndel has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in managing anxiety, depression, self-regulation, peer/family relationship issues, religious/spiritual concerns, and trauma.

Constructivism and attachment theory form the foundation of Kyndel’s theoretical approach to counseling. She believes that people are active participants in their own lives and that meaning emerges from experiences in life. Kyndel also believes that past relationships and attachments shape beliefs for future interactions with others and with the environment. In working from these two approaches, Kyndel strives to create a brave counseling environment conducive for exploration, growth and change.

Kyndel also utilizes play therapy techniques when working with children and adolescents, and is trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an intervention used to address traumatic experiences.

To schedule an appointment with Kyndel, email her at ktarziers@samaritanatlanta.org,

or call (404) 228-7777.