Sanai Kyles, CT
Counselor Trainee
Sanai Kyles is a Counselor Trainee completing her Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Toledo. As part of her internship training at Toledo Counseling & Mental Health, she provides counseling services under close clinical supervision.
Sanai supports children, adolescents and adults, ages 8 to 50, with concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, life transitions, adjustment-related concerns, self-esteem challenges, and academic or work-related stress. Her approach is warm, collaborative, client-centered, and focused on helping clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they move toward meaningful goals.
Quick Provider Details
Areas of Focus:
Anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, life transitions, adjustment-related concerns, self-esteem challenges, academic or work-related stress, identity development, and coping skills
Therapy Approaches and Training:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, strengths-based counseling, psychoeducation, coping skills, and STAR Suicide Prevention Training
Ages Served: Children, adolescents and young adults, ages 8 to 50.
Appointment Options: In-person and telehealth available
Primary Services: Individual counseling under supervision
About Sanai Kyles
Sanai Kyles, CT, is a Counselor Trainee currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Toledo, with an expected graduation date of December 2026.
Her path into the mental health field has been shaped through psychology coursework, research experiences, and roles focused on emotional support, connection, and understanding. As part of her internship training at Toledo Counseling & Mental Health, Sanai provides counseling services while working closely with experienced clinicians to ensure thoughtful, effective, and evidence-based care.
Sanai has experience working with children and providing psychoeducation and coping strategies to strengthen emotional awareness and regulation skills. As part of her practicum experience, she has also lead an eight-week psychoeducational group designed to help adults better manage stress and anxiety through practical, evidence-based skills.
Outside of her clinical work, Sanai enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, going to the gym, traveling, exploring new hobbies, and finding opportunities for personal growth and connection.
Areas of Focus
Sanai provides counseling under supervision for children, adolescents and young adults navigating emotional, academic, work-related, and life adjustment concerns, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress and life transitions
- Adjustment-related concerns
- Self-esteem challenges
- Academic or work-related stress
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Identity development
- Coping skills and emotional awareness
- Support for adolescents and young adults
Sanai’s Approach to Therapy
Sanai’s approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. She strives to create a welcoming environment where clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they explore their concerns at their own pace.
She aims to meet each person where they are while supporting meaningful, intentional progress toward their goals. Sanai values listening, collaborating on goals, and helping clients feel understood and empowered to make changes that feel meaningful to them.
In her clinical work, Sanai uses cognitive-behavioral approaches, solution-focused strategies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and person-centered care within a strengths-based framework. She continues to build and refine these skills through ongoing training, coursework, supervision, and clinical experience.
Counseling Services Under Supervision
As a Counselor Trainee, Sanai provides counseling services as part of her internship training while working closely with experienced supervising clinicians; Dr. Mohamed Badra, Ph.D., LPCC-S and Dr. Jean Roberts, Ph.D. This supervision helps support thoughtful, ethical, and evidence-based care throughout the counseling process.
Sanai has also completed STAR Suicide Prevention Training, which has supported her development in crisis awareness and response. Her training and clinical work include psychoeducation, coping strategies, emotional awareness, regulation skills, goal setting, and practical support for stress and anxiety.
Sanai May Be a Good Fit For Clients Who…
Are children, adolescents, or young adults looking for counseling support with anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, academic stress, work-related stress, or life transitions.
Want a warm, collaborative, and client-centered counseling space that feels supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental.
May benefit from CBT, person-centered therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, ACT, strengths-based counseling, psychoeducation, or practical coping strategies.
Are comfortable working with an intelligent Counselor Trainee who provides services under close clinical supervision while continuing to grow through coursework, training, and practicum experience.
Education, Credentials, and Experience
Sanai Kyles is a Counselor Trainee completing her Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Toledo. Her expected graduation date is December 2026.
Her training and clinical development include psychology coursework, research experiences, successful completion of her clinical practicum training, at Toledo Counseling & Mental Health, supervised counseling services, psychoeducation, emotional regulation skill-building, and clinical work focused on anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and adjustment-related concerns.
Sanai continues to build her clinical skills through coursework, supervision, and experience using cognitive-behavioral approaches, solution-focused strategies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, person-centered therapy, and strengths-based counseling.
- Master of Arts in Counselor Education, Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration, in progress
- University of Toledo
- Expected graduation: December 2026
- Counselor Trainee providing counseling services under supervision
- Successful completion of her practicum training at Toledo Counseling & Mental Health
- Experience with psychoeducation, coping strategies, emotional awareness, and regulation skills
- Previous leader of an eight-week psychoeducational group for stress and anxiety management
- Completed STAR Suicide Prevention Training
Request an Appointment With Sanai Kyles
If you are interested in working with Sanai Kyles, you can request an appointment through Toledo Counseling & Mental Health. Our team can help review availability, insurance, appointment type, and whether Sanai’s supervised counseling services may be an appropriate fit for your needs.