Variations

Specialists in Child & Family Psychology

As rewarding as family life can be, it can also get a little messy.

When you or a loved one are feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, there’s no reason to go through it alone. Variations Psychology was started by Clinical Child & Educational Psychologist Dr. Marta M. Shinn. Her vision was to create a place for children and families to connect, strengthen, and find positive ways to cope with struggles that impact their mental health.

Our team’s mission is to empower all family members, from infancy throughout adulthood, to successfully overcome obstacles that they may face during the lifespan of a family.

Whether you are seeking help to get through your toddler’s “terrible two’s,” wondering if your 3rd grader has dyslexia, struggling with the stress of caring for an elderly relative, or dealing with any milestone in between, our specialists can provide you with tools to strengthen your family and improve your mental health.

Some common issues families come to us with include:

CHILDREN:

Academic challenges ( IEP, 504, CST/SST)
Social and emotional development
Behavioral issues
Eating disorders
Sexual, physical, or emotional abuse
Diagnostic testing for:
- Giftedness
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Dyslexia
- Anxiety, Depression
- Learning disabilities

TEENS:

Social pressures and relationships
Identity formation
Preparing for adulthood and independence
Behavioral issues
Eating disorders
Depression
Anxiety
Sexual, physical, or emotional abuse
Self harm or suicidal thoughts
Academic challenges
Emotional intelligence
Academic advocacy (giftedness, IEP, 504, CST/SST)
Diagnostic testing for:
ADHD
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Dyslexia
Anxiety, Depression
SAT/ACT, AP test accommodations
Learning disabilities

PARENTS:

Parental stress
Balancing work and family
Parenting adult children
Foster & adoptive parenting
Grandparent and in-law relationships
Co-parenting and visitation after divorce
Step-parent and blended family relationships
Parenting special needs children

WOMEN:

Balancing family & career
Adjusting to a new baby
Postpartum depression or baby blues
Depression
Anxiety
Marital, parenting, career, and/or caregiver stress

MEN:

Depression
Anxiety
Anger
Substance abuse
PTSD
Veteran’s issues
Marital, parenting, career, and/or caregiver stress

YOUNG ADULTS:

Adjustment issues in college or career
Academic challenges
Social challenges and relationships
Depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issues
Struggles with establishing independence

No matter what challenges you or your family is facing, there is hope, and our team of experienced specialists can help you discover tools to strengthen your family’s mental health and development.

See our Specialists page to select the specialist that best suits your need, or simply give us a call and we will guide you.