Dr. Shay Speaks, LLC: Expert Relationship Counseling Services
Shatavia Alexander Thomas, known professionally as Dr. Shay, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over two decades of experience in mental health. She founded Dr. Shay Speaks, LLC, to offer therapy and consulting services.
Dr. Thomas earned her doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in Florida, a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Georgia State University. This comprehensive educational background equips her with a strong understanding of human behavior and relationships.
Therapeutic Approach & Philosophy
At Dr. Shay Speaks, LLC, Dr. Thomas emphasizes the importance of empathy, collaboration, and resilience in her practice. She takes a curious approach to exploring how culture and context influence her clients’ self-concept, values, and relationships.
By highlighting strengths and resources, Dr. Thomas aims to facilitate empowerment in those she works with. She combines her extensive training as a systems thinker with a passion for holistic wellness to help clients achieve meaningful change.
Clinical Expertise & Specializations
Dr. Thomas specializes in several key areas:
- Grief and loss counseling
- Spirituality integration
- Parenting guidance
- Life transition support
- Relationship therapy
- Emotional intimacy
- Work-life balance
- Adjustment to chronic illness
- Family business dynamics
- Identity and performance issues
- Practice Location & Accessibility
Dr. Shay operates her practice in Atlanta, Georgia, serving the local community and clients nationwide through in-person sessions at her Atlanta office and virtual telehealth appointments.
Contact options:
- Mailing Address: P.O. Box 42198, Atlanta, Georgia 30311
- Phone: (770) 317-8583
- Email: drshay@drshayspeaks.org
Services are available by appointment only, and Dr. Shay is an out-of-network provider with self-pay options. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Shay contributes to community mental health through pro bono services, writing, editing, and speaking engagements.
