Dr. Chanda Reynolds, M.S., M.A., Psy.D.

Dr. Chanda Reynolds is a multifaceted personality, combining her skills as a licensed clinical
psychologist, content creator, podcast host, and national speaker to become an emerging voice in
the mental health community. She earned her doctorate degree in clinical psychology after noticing
disparities in mental health within the Black church. Dr. Reynolds has a passion for addressing
transgenerational trauma in the Black community, integrating faith and mental health, and improving
mental health in the Black church. Her private practice in Washington, D.C. caters to children,
adolescents, young adults, and families. As the clinical director and CEO of “Minds of the Culture,” a
nonprofit dedicated to increasing mental health access for the Black community, Dr. Reynolds has
received recognition including the 400 Distinguished Award from the 400 Years of African American
History Commission. Dr. Reynolds is a sought-after speaker, presenting on mental health across the
country and recently became a TEDx speaker in South Africa. In addition to her professional
endeavors, Dr. Reynolds is the current “Ms. Black District of Columbia, USA, 2024.” Her goal is to
bring awareness to mental health amongst Black teens and young adults. She has been featured in
major publications such as Essence magazine, Forbes, and Refinery 29 and has spoken for brands
like Puma and Footlocker Women, as well as organizations like The United Negro College Fund, the
American Public Health Association, the Association of Black Psychologists National Conventions
(2017, 2019) and HBCU Week. She has spoken at universities including Rutgers and Cheyney
University. Her podcast, exclusively available on the Revolt Podcast Network, adds to her impact on
the mental health community.