About Chalice | Oncology Behavioral Health Specialist|GA, FL & DE

Dr. Chalice C. Rhodes is a licensed, nationally certified, and board-certified Professional Counselor, providing compassionate care to clients in Georgia, Florida, Delaware, and New Jersey. She is the author of the Amazon.com #1 New Release workbook, The Wellness Path: Nurturing Your Mind, Body, and Soul with Faith and Practice and the visionary behind The Wellness Path Collaborative. This initiative encompasses The Wellness Path Collective, an immersive group therapy experience, and the Living Water Women's Wellness Retreat, a transformative gathering designed to restore the mind, body, and soul.

Her impactful work has been recognized by renowned platforms, including Susan G. Komen, 6 ABC News Philadelphia, ABC News Affiliate WTVM 9, The Black Family Magazine, WDAS 105.3 FM, and The Voice of Canada. In 2024, she received several prestigious honors, including recognition in The Best in New Jersey Magazine, the Top Doc Counseling Excellence Award, SJ Mag Media's Business Excellence Award, and a listing in Marquis Who's Who in America 2024.

With over 27 years of integrated experience in human services, professional counseling, and higher education, Dr. Chalice realized her vision of private practice during the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing the increasing demand for accessible, high-quality mental health care. She became a Board-Certified TeleMental Health Provider, completing rigorous training to ensure exceptional virtual care for her clients.

Expertise & Academic Background

Dr. Chalice is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Christian Counselor with a solid academic foundation. She earned:

A Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Rowan University (1998)
A Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University Atlanta (2003), where she completed a clinical internship in Christian Counseling at Centerpoint Counseling Center in Gainesville, Georgia
A Ph.D. in Human Services - Counseling Studies from Capella University (2008)

A Purpose-Driven Mission in Cancer Support

As a breast cancer survivor since September 2022, I have transformed my personal journey into a mission to support the breast cancer community. As a Certified Psychosocial Cancer/Oncology Behavioral Health Specialist, I provide individual, family, and group counseling to those navigating breast cancer, ensuring they receive the emotional and psychological support they need.

I partner with Unite for HER to offer professional counseling to breast and ovarian cancer survivors and thrivers. Additionally, I collaborate with leading breast cancer organizations, including Susan G. Komen, Inspiring Life Together, Tigerlily Foundation, For the Breast of Us, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, Byrd Cancer Foundation, Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, NovaCare ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation Program, Count Me In, and the American Cancer Society. Through these partnerships, I engage in speaking engagements and advocacy efforts, addressing critical topics such as breast cancer, mental health, and health equity to empower and uplift the cancer community.

From 2023 to 2024, my innovative app, Dr. Chalice, Teach, provided users with free access to my Thrive: Breast Cancer Survivorship course, equipping them with mental and emotional wellness tools. In January 2023, I became the first designee of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society's (APOS) Psychosocial Oncology Virtual Academy. In March 2024, I received honorable mention at the APOS Conference for my contributions to breast cancer health equity.

As the host of my podcast, Talk the Wellness Tea with Dr. Chalice, I provide a platform to discuss breast cancer, mental health, and health equity. I invite experts, survivors, advocates, and healthcare professionals to share their stories and insights, fostering meaningful conversations that inform and inspire. In October 2023, I hosted the Pink October Series, a special edition of my podcast dedicated to breast cancer awareness, featuring impactful discussions on survivorship, mental well-being, and equitable healthcare access.

My work is driven by a deep commitment to ensuring that no one faces cancer alone. Through professional support, education, and advocacy, I strive to make a lasting impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer.

Podcasting & Media Initiatives

In 2021, Dr. Chalice launched Talk the Wellness Tea with Dr. Chalice, a podcast exploring the connection between mental, physical, and spiritual health. By 2023, she introduced two signature series:

The Pink October Series for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Movember Forum on Boys to Men Health, addressing men's holistic well-being

These initiatives paved the way for Dr. Chalice Studios, where she now hosts in-person podcast guests.

Speaking & Training in DEIB

As a sought-after keynote speaker and expert trainer in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), Dr. Chalice has collaborated with numerous organizations to deliver impactful, customized training and services. She has been selected as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Healing, Health, and Justice Summit on May 15, 2025, in Newark, NJ, hosted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan NJ and Partners.

Personal Life & Wellness Retreat

Beyond her professional work, Dr. Chalice cherishes time with her two beloved sons. She enjoys gardening, singing, dancing, and exercising. A true water enthusiast, she finds joy in swimming, aqua workouts, snorkeling, jet-skiing, and water-skiing.

In 2025, she will host the Living Water Women's Wellness Retreat, an experience that merges her passion for water and therapy to help women restore their mind, body, and soul.