Candace Washington

Candace Washington, MSW, LMSW, also known as Candace Writes, is the Founder and CEO of Restorative Minds Therapeutic and Wellness Services in Bowie, Maryland. She is a Mother, Author, Minister, Board-Certified Licensed Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Suicide Survivor, Production Therapist, and a United States Air Force Veteran. Washington graduated from Bowie State University with a bachelor's degree in psychology and Howard University with a master's degree in social work. With more than ten years of experience, Washington specializes in providing mental health services through advocacy, consulting, education, and clinical support. She has offered her services to corporate agencies, military/veteran organizations, production companies, public and private schools, BIPOC communities, and faith-based assemblies.

Washington is multifaceted. She is the author of "Breathe: Rest, Reflect, Reset," and "Woman of God: 60-Day Devotional." As a storyteller in literature, a lover of film and television, and a therapist, her interest in the arts and her desire to see people have fulfilling lives have intersected, as she believes that what we see and hear may be therapeutic and that music and film is a healing source. She has garnered notoriety as an in-demand licensed mental health professional and speaker, and she frequently speaks about faith, mental health, and her message of hope and restoration. She has worked for prominent networks such as BET as a Production Therapist, providing post-production services for their feature film For What It's Worth, supporting and promoting optimal wellness for the cast and crew, and spearheading mental health initiatives at the nexus of film and mental health. Washington facilitates prominent mental health dialogues on Howard and Yale University campuses. She has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Mental Health Professionals by the Boris L. Henson Foundation, founded by Taraji P. Henson, and one of Upscale Magazine's Top 40 Under 40.

Washington is a Psychotherapist at Totally Whole Counseling Services in Baltimore, Maryland. She supports and guides clients on their healing journey, providing therapy to adolescents and adults working through, but not limited to anxiety, depression, grief, suicidality, and trauma. As the CEO of Restorative Minds Therapeutic and Wellness Services, the company promotes mental health competency through education, training, coaching, and consulting. Washington resides in Maryland with her sons, Bryson and Braxton.