Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

1055 Howell Mill Rd., 8th fl, Atlanta, GA 30318

(404) 739-5035

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Are you struggling in your relationships? Is trauma from your past or debilitating anxiety hijacking your life? Perhaps you and your partner are stuck in painful cycles you can't break. Maybe you're a high-achieving professional, successful in many areas, but something's holding you back from the connection and peace you deserve. You've tried managing on your own, but it's time for real, lasting change—not just quick fixes. You're ready to invest in deep healing and transformation and want a therapist who understands the unique pressures BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals face navigating complex personal and professional worlds.

I'm Dr. Spesh, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 15+ years helping individuals and couples heal from trauma and transform their relationships. I'm certified in gold-standard treatments and my approach combines proven therapy methods with deep relational work to create lasting transformation. I help clients heal at the root, not just manage symptoms.

You don't have to keep carrying this weight alone. Whether you're coming by yourself or with a partner, taking this step takes courage—and you deserve expert support that matches your commitment to change. Call today for a free consultation. Our intake coordinator will help you get scheduled.

Call or Email Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier now for a free 15 minute consultation - (404) 739-5035

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

D.I.V.E. Therapy & Consulting, LLC

1055 Howell Mill Rd.

8th fl

Atlanta, GA 30318 map

(404) 739-5035

Washington, DC 20001

My website

I offer virtual and in-person appointments in our Atlanta, GA (West Midtown) office or online via video to over 40 states.

I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues

$265 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Schedule your fee consultation today!

Let's Connect (404) 739-5035

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

D.I.V.E. Therapy & Consulting, LLC

1055 Howell Mill Rd.

8th fl

Atlanta, GA 30318 map

(404) 739-5035

Washington, DC 20001

My website

I offer virtual and in-person appointments in our Atlanta, GA (West Midtown) office or online via video to over 40 states.

I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues

$265 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Schedule your fee consultation today!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $265
Couple Sessions $350
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

D.I.V.E. therapy is an out-of-network provider. A superbill can be provided for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

D.I.V.E. therapy is an out-of-network provider. A superbill can be provided for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / PSY004282 Speshal Walker Gautier

Education and Years In Practice

Attended University of Massachusetts Boston, Ph.D.

Additional Credentials

License: State of NY 021335 / 2015

Certificate from Yale School of Medicine Doctoral Fellowship

Yale-trained Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience. Trauma and relationship specialist. Featured television and media expert, published researcher. BIPOC and LGBTQ specialist. Licensed in Georgia, New York, and nationwide telehealth via PSYPACT.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Relationship Issues

Expertise

Bisexual
Body Image
Depression
Gender Identity
Grief
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Racial Identity
Racial Trauma
Sexual Abuse
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Transgender
Veterans
Women's Issues

I help individuals and couples deeply heal from trauma, anxiety, and relationship struggles. Treatment combines evidence-based methods—trauma protocols (CPT, STAIR, WET), CBT-I, ACT, and couples approaches (EFT, Gottman)—to understand how your past impacts your present. You'll break painful cycles, improve communication, build healthier relationships, and gain tools for lasting change.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

3 Endorsements

Dr. Heather Davis Gahagen

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Spesh is an exceptionally skilled clinician with a true passion for working with individuals and couples needing an extra boost to achieve their interpersonal, personal, & professional goals. She will with you each step of the journey to a better you.

Dr. Vince Psychological Services

Psychologist, PhD, PsyPact

Dr. Spesh is my go-to referral for couples therapy and trauma-focused care. She is deeply committed to making therapy accessible and relevant for traditionally underserved communities, with expertise in meeting the therapeutic needs of BIPOC and Q+ folks.

Dr. Jennifer Gaskins

Psychologist, PhD, Psypact

Dr. Spesh is one of the most wonderful clinicians I've had the pleasure of working with! Her warmth, culturally responsive approach, and depth of clinical experience with trauma and relationships help her clients make deep, sustainable change.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Gottman Method
Integrative
Interpersonal
Multicultural
Relational
Trauma Focused

In my work, I combine attachment-based relational approaches with research-backed, proven techniques to help people recover from painful experiences and shift unhelpful patterns/behaviors.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

In my work, I combine attachment-based relational approaches with research-backed, proven techniques to help people recover from painful experiences and shift unhelpful patterns/behaviors.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 739-5035

Location

Primary Location

D.I.V.E. Therapy & Consulting, LLC

1055 Howell Mill Rd.

8th fl

Atlanta, GA 30318

(404) 739-5035

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Washington, DC 20001

(404) 739-5035

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer virtual and in-person appointments in our Atlanta, GA (West Midtown) office or online via video to over 40 states.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (404) 739-5035

I offer virtual and in-person appointments in our Atlanta, GA (West Midtown) office or online via video to over 40 states.

Dr. Speshal Walker Gautier

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (404) 739-5035

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