Candice’s sessions

“Get R.A.W With YOU” (Realize it, Admit it, Work through it) 

RAW Fact: You are not a disappointment, a mess, or a failure! No matter who or what may make you think that you are. Realize: Your choices and actions may be disappointing at times. You may have failed. You may even have messy tendencies. But, YOU are none of those labels. Be careful about how you frame your circumstances. Admit: It feels like the struggle is never ending when you are sitting in a room alone with your fears, situations, and hardships. It's hard! Especially when others are stomping on your dreams and criticizing your struggle. But, YOU got this! Work: Understand, you will lose friends, money, jobs, lovers, houses, cars, etc. throughout your life. Often it will hurt to the core and stun you for a moment. Allow yourself to feel the emotions. Just don't allow yourself to shut off and go on autopilot. You need you more than anything when everything falls around you. Be still, connect to your spirit, and find peace in the guidance that you receive! Take a moment and allow yourself to be still! Close your eyes, breathe - deep and long, repeat: My hardships are the lessons that sharpen my armor throughout the battles in life. I struggle, I learn, I shift, I rise! I got this! ‪#‎yougotthis‬

“Balancing The Roles You Play”

This session is designed leaders who navigate multiple roles within their organizations and communities. From being visionary leaders and advocates to mentors and change agents, the demands can be immense and complex. This session will explore the unique challenges and opportunities that come with these roles, offering strategies to manage responsibilities effectively while maintaining personal well-being. Through candid conversations and shared experiences, participants will gain insights into how to balance their professional and personal lives, sustain their passion, and continue to drive impactful change within their communities.

Candice’s bio

Dr. Candice E. Cox, LCSW, stands as a guiding force in the field of mental health and wellness, serving as the Owner and Clinical Director of A&A Inspirations, a distinguished psychotherapy practice. She is also the visionary Founder and Executive Director of KHAOS™ Inc., a revered non-profit organization dedicated to mental health advocacy. With an educational background that includes a BSW from Southeast Missouri State University and a Masters from St. Louis University, Candice is a licensed clinician and possesses numerous certifications specializing in Trauma. Her multifaceted expertise extends beyond clinical practice, encompassing roles as an author, international speaker, trainer, and mental health program developer. Driven by a profound passion to empower individuals, Candice embarked on a transformative journey in 2004. She founded the KHAOS™ (Keep Healing and Overcoming Struggles) mindset, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relationship Trauma Repair (RTR), and mindfulness. This groundbreaking approach aids individuals in navigating and mitigating the impact of toxic and traumatic stressors in their lives. Candice’s personal experiences shaped her dedication to healing. As a self-proclaimed KHAOS™ kid who faced challenges with attention deficit disorder, anxiety, and familial complexities, she embodies the ethos of living a life of KHAOS™. Recognizing the pivotal role of social and emotional coping skills in personal development, Candice introduced the Organized KHAOS™ program in schools and community centers. Her commitment expanded in 2015 to encompass diverse systems, reaching out to first responders and corporate mental health. She advocates for breaking free from limiting labels, emphasizing living "beyond labels" through innovative therapeutic modalities. Her impactful contributions include therapeutic children’s books like “Please Oh Please Be PATIENT With Me,” which imparts coping strategies for ADHD, emphasizing the P.A.T.I.E.N.T. skill (Pause And Think Inhale Exhale Now Talk/Tap out). An accomplished author and recipient of multiple humanitarian awards, Candice embodies her belief in propelling individuals forward. Her dedication manifests through the creation of programs focusing on social skills, communication, and conflict resolution. Candice firmly believes she's fulfilling her purpose ordained by a higher calling. She embraces each day as an opportunity to inspire others to overcome adversity, affirming that life's challenges need not halt progress. With unwavering dedication, she champions the mantra of "Keep Healing And Overcoming Struggles," striving to create a new normal for all.