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About Me

Hi! My name is Dr. Cindy Garvin.

Licensed Psychologist

cindy@kuehnelpsych.com

I’m a licensed psychologist at Kuehnel Psychological Services, PLLC. For over 10 years, I’ve worked with children and their families to strengthen communication skills, develop behavioral management strategies, and improve tools for self-regulation and the management of emotions. I’m constantly amazed by clients’ growth and resiliency and am so pleased to have the opportunity to support your family as well!
I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from APA-accredited William James College (formerly Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology) located in Newton, Massachusetts. My work with Dr. Kuehnel began several years ago during my supervised facilitation of group programs for children with social and self-regulatory challenges. Under Dr. Kuehnel’s continued supervision and mentorship, I completed a pre-doctoral fellowship with specialized training in neuropsychological and educational assessments.

Prior to joining KPS, I trained and worked in a variety of settings, including Boston Public Schools, community mental health, outpatient clinics, and private group practices. During my pre-doctoral training at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Charlestown HealthCare Center and the Integrated Center for Child Development (ICCD), I provided individual therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 4 – 22 years) presenting with a variety of challenges including mood disorders and anxiety (e.g., Major Depression, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety), as well as developmental, neurocognitive, and learning disorders (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Specific Learning Disability). In addition to my individual therapy work, I have extensive experience facilitating group programs; discussion-based groups explored issues of healthy communication, relationship-building, and identity formation, while structured groups focused on social-skill acquisition and application.

Evidence-based practice and current research both inform my therapeutic approach and I firmly believe that treatment should serve the needs of the whole child, including their family. My goal is to support parents’ involvement in the therapeutic process and provide additional consultation regarding skill development and behavioral management strategies. As the old saying goes, “It takes a village!”

Outside of KPS, I’m an avid volleyballer, artist, and improv-theater enthusiast, and I enjoy spending time with friends, family, and my two kitties, Ghost and Buster.

I have been fortunate to work alongside Dr. Kuehnel for several years. I often refer clients to her, as she is a knowledgeable clinician who exudes a calm, warm, and easy-to-talk-to demeanor.
Dr. Mike DruryLicensed Psychologist
I cannot thank you enough for your presentation last evening. It was informative, engaging, and useful for the targeted audience. We had SEPAC members from three different towns represented in our small group last night so I would definitely call it a success.
Millis SEPAC Board Member
I would tell others to attend because the knowledge obtained is so helpful in assisting children! I look forward to any other courses Dr. Kuehnel offers!
Parent Training Workshop Participant
I thought you did a great job conveying the testing results combined with direct observations to help us understand what we are dealing with. We sincerely appreciate your diligence and efforts!
Parent of a Neuropsych Client
I just wanted to tell you that we had the meeting to determine eligibility and the Team agreed that he should get services! We will be putting together the IEP in the next couple of days. We can’t tell you how relieved we are! Your excellent, thorough report had a lot to do with it. Thank you so much!!!
Parent of a Neuropsych Client
Dr. Kuehnel translates best practices into meaningful strategies for parents and students. Her expertise and deep understanding of complex learning profiles drive the day to day interventions that improve overall functioning for families. With the big picture in mind, Dr. Kuehnel can break down the skills your child needs into manageable steps to support lasting change.
Jessie Brauer, M.S. EdCreating Advocacy
Dr. Kuehnel is a skilled clinician who prioritizes evidence based practices in a way that aligns with the needs of children and families. She is highly organized and experienced in a variety of approaches to assessment and intervention. I send families her way whenever I can!
Dr. Sarah FeferAssistant Professor in School Psychology, UMass Amherst
I have been fortunate to work alongside Dr. Kuehnel for several years. I often refer clients to her, as she is a knowledgeable clinician who exudes a calm, warm, and easy-to-talk-to demeanor.
Dr. Mike DruryLicensed Psychologist
I cannot thank you enough for your presentation last evening. It was informative, engaging, and useful for the targeted audience. We had SEPAC members from three different towns represented in our small group last night so I would definitely call it a success.
Millis SEPAC Board Member

I’m a licensed psychologist and the owner of Kuehnel Psychological Services, PLLC. For over 15 years, I’ve been working with children, adolescents, and their families to provide social, emotional, behavioral, and learning supports.

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