Dr. Shinway established the Center for Specialized Psychology with a clear mission: to provide personalized, compassionate care for women and children impacted by trauma. A licensed clinical psychologist in New Jersey, New York, Florida, and Vermont, Dr. Shinway brings deep expertise and a trauma-informed approach to every aspect of her work. She is certified in Perinatal Mental Health and offers clinical supervision for graduate students, interns, and postdoctoral residents, helping shape the next generation of trauma-informed clinicians.

With a strong focus on the psychological wellbeing of women, Dr. Shinway specializes in treating those affected by domestic violence, childhood abuse, and reproductive or women’s health-related challenges. Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Prolonged Exposure—to support each client’s unique healing process. Her work fosters self-empowerment, emotional resilience, and long-term stability.

Dr. Shinway earned both her M.S. and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University, where she trained under leaders in trauma and domestic violence. Her foundation in Forensic Psychology stems from her B.A. and M.A. from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Shinway serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University. She teaches the graduate-level course Child Maltreatment and Trauma Assessment and Intervention, mentoring students who aspire to specialize in trauma treatment.