Meet Candace
Candace Eddy Rhodes, LICSW is a Linehan Board Certified DBT Clinician specializing in the treatment of severe emotion dysregulation, suicidality, self-harm, and trauma. She is also passionate about supporting parents navigating complex mental health challenges with their children, teens, and young adults.
Candace began her career in youth services in 2005 working with underserved adolescents, including youth in foster care, the juvenile justice system, and alternative education settings. She has worked across levels of care—including psychiatric hospitals, residential programs, group homes, and intensive outpatient treatment—supporting children, teens, adults, and families.
In 2016, Candace relocated to Boston to help launch the 3East DBT Boys Residential Program at McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, where she later served as Director of Clinical Services overseeing comprehensive care for adolescents and their families.
Candace is the owner of CER Wellness and Consultation Services where she provides DBT therapy, trauma treatment, and parent coaching. Intensively trained in DBT-PTSD, she also offers consultation and training to clinicians and DBT programs across the U.S. and internationally to support the delivery of effective, evidence-based care, helping therapists implement transformative care for clients living with complex PTSD.
As the parent of a young adult daughter, Candace brings lived experience, humor, and authenticity to her work. She understands firsthand how challenging parenting can be—even for those who teach these skills—and is passionate about helping parents feel more confident, connected, and supported.