A Step to Healing
BECOMING SOUND & HEALTHY AGAIN!
A Step to Healing is a company that is available to help clients heal from whatever they are going through or have gone through in life. The goal is to help clients work through their issues so they would be able to come out on the side of healing.
A Step to Healing specializes in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, anger issues, women issues, emotional disturbances, family conflict, parenting, issues in peer relationships, issues with self-esteem, difficulties with coping, ADHD, and substance abuse issues.
About us
Candice Caddle, LPC, LSATP
CEO
Candice received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Old Dominion University in 2013, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in 2017. She has been working in the mental health field since 2012 and has experience in various treatment settings including outpatient, psychiatric hospitals, community based, and substance abuse treatment. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) with the State of Virginia. Candice specializes in the treatment of co-occurring disorders (specifically substance use and mental health), addiction, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, women issues, and adjustment disorders. She utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy, which includes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, patient-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy to meet the client’s specific needs.
Candice is a board approved Clinical Supervisor for LPC and LMFT residents as well as CSAC supervisee’ in the state of Virginia seeking supervision towards becoming licensed and certified in substance abuse.
Yolanda Murrell, MSW
Supervisee in Social Work
Yolanda Murrell obtained her Baccalaureate in Social Work from Norfolk State University in 2006, her Masters in Psychology from the University of Phoenix in 2010, and her Masters in Social Work from Capella University in 2023. She has over 19 years of experience in the mental health and Child Welfare system, specifically within the Foster Care/Adoptions, Child Protective Services, and Family Engagement Units. Mrs. Murrell is certified to facilitate Family Partnership Meetings, Darkness to Light: Sexual Abuse Prevention trainings, Circle of Parents: parenting support groups, and Healing Trauma: A Brief Intervention for Women and Gender-Diverse People. Mrs. Murrell specializes in family reunification, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, and adjustment disorders. She also has experience in utilizing various therapeutic techniques to include Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), patient centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy. She has success in treating men, women, teens, families, and couples.
Tanitha Nicholas
Resident in Counseling
Tanitha Nicholas (she/her) is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia, dedicated to helping individuals achieve both mental and physical wellness. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, both from the University of North Florida. With a holistic and mindfulness-based approach to therapy, Tanitha believes in addressing the root causes of mental and physical ailments rather than merely managing symptoms with medication. She emphasizes the importance of achieving harmony between mental and physical health for living life to its fullest potential.
Tanitha brings a wealth of experience from her work in personal training facilities, where she conducted fitness assessments and led nutrition and wellness presentations at various events and institutions. Her professional background extends to working with diverse populations, including individuals facing addiction, persistent mental health challenges, homelessness, veterans, and marginalized communities. Tanitha has also supported clients with PTSD, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, and those navigating gender identity, LGBTQIA+ issues, HIV/AIDS, and other complex conditions.
As a Florida native, Tanitha enjoys practicing self-care by listening to the soothing sounds of the ocean, exploring healing herbs and teas, and staying active. Her passion lies in breaking down the stigma surrounding therapy and promoting overall wellness in her community.
Testimonials
What Clients Say?
When I first started therapy, I was a mess but Candice helped me identify the underlying causes of my issues!