The state of our well-being determines the quality of our service to others. 

About Dr. Vikki

Dr. Vikki T. Gaskin-Butler is a licensed psychologist (clinical and health psychology) and ordained clergy person. She is licensed as a psychologist in Florida and Georgia and maintains a small private practice. Dr. Vikki is also an engaging speaker, preacher, workshop and retreat facilitator, and consultant. 

She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Spelman College. She received a Master of Science and Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Florida. She also received a Master of Divinity degree from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University.

Dr. Vikki has served as a psychologist in university counseling centers, clinic director in an interfaith-based counseling center, and as director of a university psychology clinic. She has supervised numerous students in pursuit of psychology, mental health counseling, and social work degrees. She has led clergy consultation groups and served as a consultant with church/church-affiliated and secular organizations. She has served as a university chief diversity officer. Dr. Vikki has also served as a minister of education and an associate pastor in local churches.

Dr. Vikki draws on her knowledge of human potential from her experience as a psychologist and ordained clergy person to support the psychological, spiritual, and physical well-being of all people. Through her first-hand knowledge of life as a wife, mother, musician, professor, clinician, and minister, she has the insight to support the needs of adults, including performing artists, clergy, and health professionals.

Therapeutic Approach

 Dr. Vikki utilizes an integrative approach to counseling and psychotherapy. She incorporates elements of multicultural psychotherapy and spirituality, as well as interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy when needed. Dr. Vikki tailors her approach to each individual client, group, or organization.