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Veteran Disability (C&P) Exams

Expert Behavioral Health Evaluations for VA Disability Claims

Former VA Psychologist | 8 Years VA Experience | 7-10 Day Turnaround
Serving Veterans Nationwide via Telehealth

WHY VETERANS CHOOSE D.I.V.E. FOR C&P EXAMS

When your disability claim is on the line, the quality of your C&P exam matters. Dr. Speshál Walker Gautier, Ph.D., founded DIVE Therapy after nearly a decade as a VA Psychologist. She knows the VA disability system from the inside - what raters look for, how to document functional impairment, and what makes a strong DBQ.

Dr. Speshál Walker Gautier's VA Background

• Former VA PostDoc Fellow at West Haven VA (2014-2015)

• Former VA Staff Psychologist (2015-2022)

• Led Trauma, Stress & Anxiety Treatment Track at Atlanta VA Hospital

• Completing C&P exams since 2015

• Trusted by Veterans and Attorneys as a referral source

• Understands VA system from the inside

This insider knowledge means your evaluation documents exactly what VA raters need to see.

What We Evaluate?

Our team of licensed clinical psychologists provides comprehensive evaluations for:

PTSD DISABILITY BENEFITS QUESTIONNAIRES (DBQs)
• Combat-related PTSD
• Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
• Service-related traumatic events

MENTAL DISORDERS DBQs
• Depression and anxiety disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• Other mental health conditions

EATING DISORDER DBQs

MEDICAL OPINIONS (NEXUS STATEMENTS)
• Linking your condition to military service
• Direct service connection
• Secondary service connection
• Aggravation of pre-existing conditions

COMPLEX CASES
• MST evaluations
• TBI with psychological overlay
• Multiple trauma exposures
• Appeals where initial VA exam was inadequate

Who We Serve

VETERANS FILING INITIAL DISABILITY CLAIMS
Get it right the first time with a thorough evaluation

VETERANS APPEALING DENIED CLAIMS
When the VA's C&P exam missed critical information

VETERANS WITH INADEQUATE VA EXAMS
Independent evaluation that documents what was overlooked

COMPLEX CASES REQUIRING SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE
MST, severe PTSD, TBI, multiple conditions

VETERANS WITH ATTORNEY REPRESENTATION
Working with your legal team to build your case

OUR EVALUATION PROCESS

STEP 1: FREE 15-MINUTE CONSULTATION
We discuss your service history, current symptoms, and evaluation needs. This helps us determine if our services are right for you and which of our clinicians will conduct your evaluation.

STEP 2: RECORD REVIEW
We thoroughly review your:
• DD-214 and service records
• Prior VA medical records
• VA C&P exam reports (if applicable)
• Private medical records
• VA decision letters

STEP 3: COMPREHENSIVE CLINICAL INTERVIEW
A detailed face-to-face interview (typically 90+ minutes ) covering:

• Your military service and traumatic exposures
• Current symptoms and how they affect your daily life
• Specific functional impairments
• Work, relationships, and social functioning
• Sleep, concentration, and other life areas

STEP 4: PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
Evidence-based assessments may include:
• PTSD diagnostic measures
• Depression and anxiety inventories
• Functional impairment scales
• Trauma-specific questionnaires

STEP 5: WRITTEN REPORT
You receive a comprehensive report including:
• Complete DBQ with detailed functional assessments
• Specific behavioral examples (not just symptom checklists)
• Nexus opinion linking condition to service
• Clear documentation VA raters can use
• Delivered within 7-10 business days

Evaluations are quality-reviewed in consultation with a team of licensed psychologists to ensure the highest standards.

WHAT MAKES OUR EXAMS DIFFERENT

THOROUGH FUNCTIONAL IMPAIRMENT DOCUMENTATION
We don't just check boxes. We document specific examples of how your condition affects your work, relationships, and daily life - exactly what VA raters need to see.

STRONG NEXUS OPINIONS
With extensive experience in Veteran Disability evaluation, our team knows how to write nexus statements that meet VA standards and hold up in appeals.

EXPERIENCE THAT STANDS UP IN APPEALS
Our evaluations are designed to withstand scrutiny. We know what makes a strong case because we've seen it from the inside.

CLEAR, COMPREHENSIVE REPORTS
Attorney-ready reports that your legal team can use to build your case. No vague assessments - specific, documented findings.

TEAM OF SPECIALISTS
All evaluations are conducted by Licensed Psychologists with trauma expertise.

PRICING & INSURANCE

EVALUATION FEES:

• Mental Disorders DBQ: Starting at $699
• Complex cases (PTSD/MST, multiple conditions, appeals): Starting at $899
• Fees vary based on record review complexity and which clinician is assigned

PAYMENT:
• Not covered by insurance (veterans seeking exams for claims, not treatment)
• We discuss all costs transparently during your free consultation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM THE C&P EXAM THE VA PROVIDES?

A: When you obtain an independent evaluation from DIVE, you benefit from several key advantages:

Control & Timing: You schedule directly with us and receive your complete report within 7-10 business days, giving you and your legal team the documentation you need on your timeline.

Collaborative Process: We work closely with you and your attorney (if you have one) to ensure we have all necessary documentation and medical records before the evaluation. This collaborative approach means nothing gets overlooked.

Comprehensive Documentation: Our evaluations are designed specifically to support your claim with detailed functional assessments and clear nexus opinions that can be submitted as evidence alongside your VA materials.

Specialist Expertise: With a wealth of experience in clinically treating Veterans and completing Veteran Disability Exams, our team understands what documentation strengthens disability claims, whether you're filing an initial claim or appealing a decision.

An independent evaluation gives you an additional layer of expert documentation to support your case.

Q: WHICH PSYCHOLOGIST WILL CONDUCT MY EVALUATION?

A: We assign evaluations based on case complexity and clinician expertise. All our psychologists are licensed and trained in Veteran Disability Exams. We discuss the assignment during your free consultation.

Q: WILL THIS HELP MY CLAIM?

A: While we can't guarantee outcomes, our evaluations provide thorough documentation designed to meet VA standards. Many veterans use our evaluations successfully in initial claims and appeals.

Q: HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE?

A: From your initial evaluation appointment to receiving your complete written report typically takes 7-10 business days.

Q: CAN YOU REVIEW MY EXISTING VA C&P EXAM?

A: Yes, during your free consultation, we can discuss your existing exam and whether an independent evaluation would strengthen your case.

Q: DO YOU WORK WITH ATTORNEYS?

A: Yes, we regularly work with disability attorneys and can coordinate with your legal team.

Q: WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO MY EVALUATION?

A: Bring any relevant medical records, your DD-214, prior VA decision letters, and a list of your current symptoms and medications. We'll discuss this during your consultation.

Ready to schedule your confidential consultation?

AVAILABLE IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL

📞 PHONE: (404) 800-1998
📧 EMAIL: contact@DiveTherapyCo.com
📍 LOCATION: 1055 Howell Mill Rd, 8th Fl, Atlanta, GA 30318
🖥️ VIRTUAL: Secure telehealth available

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