Adoption is the legal process that involves transferring the care of a child from biological parents to adoptive parents. Partners or individuals may choose adoption to raise children for various reasons. Similarly, an adopted person might go through phases when they wonder why their biological parents put them up for adoption. They also might experience confusion regarding the presence or absence of their biological parents in their life.
Available Treatment Options
Therapy for those involved in the adoption process aims to address emotions surrounding the experience. Therapists using therapeutic interventions may include a detailed look at the person’s past and how adoption affected them. Children who have been in the foster care system or were adopted may benefit from Play and Art therapies, which give them a creative outlet to express emotions.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Adoption
My process is well-rounded, with considerations for personal struggles and the world you live in (friends, family, work, etc). Personal healing through deep self-reflections are often experienced through an adaptive combination of narrative therapy, systemic therapy, and reality therapy. I have a history of extensive trauma work. This experience has led to an approach that includes a bringing...
I am a licensed psychologist in Princeton/Montclair New Jersey and New York State working with children/adolescents, adults, families, and college students. Psychological services for the treatment of anxiety, depression, specialized trauma informed psychotherapy services, strategies for promoting resilience, interpersonal psychotherapy for relationship issues, and stage of life/identity issues...
We are living through a difficult time. Being able to live in this space of not knowing what the future holds can be disorienting. I provide support for anyone experiencing any form of distress, depression, or anxiety. I often work with clients on questions of purpose and direction. Overarching my approach is an interest in the creation of meaning. How do we make sense of a shifting world? How ...
My goals are to support clients in the challenges that they face and help them set attainable goals. I have worked in the mental health field for 12 years in a different number of roles. My specialty is working with individuals with dual-diagnosis, traumatic experience, and adoption related challenges. I have experience working with diverse populations from different cultural backgrounds and...
I enjoy working with clients of all ages that are motivated and eager to learn and accept positive change. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults as a social worker in the Child Welfare field. I have worked with children and families with trauma related histories including sexual abuse, substance use, PTSD, anxiety, depression, life transitions and other menta...
Individuals and families may seek out support for a variety of reasons, from natural life transitions to difficult traumas that cause major ruptures in life, to exploration of family dynamics and consequential behaviors/interactions. I see myself as a supportive and collaborative relationship in the lives of children, adolescents, and adults who are looking for support to better understand what...
Francine Teixeira, LCSW is a board-certified clinician who specializes in child and adolescent therapy, practicing from a group office in Boynton Beach, Fl. Her primary focuses are providing a safe place for her clients to explore their feelings and gain new tools to use daily. She prides herself on honest communication with her clients (of all ages) and quality resources for parents and...
**DR. BOSWELL IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME** I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Psychologist who has worked with a variety of individuals, couples, families, and children over the past ten years. I adopt a collaborative approach wherein the client and I begin to explore the areas of one’s life that cause suffering. Together, we undercover unhealthy,...
I believe that healing occurs within the therapeutic relationship and I aim to create a safe and supportive space that nurtures self-growth. As a dance/ movement therapist I prioritize a compassionate and holistic approach that utilizes the mind/ body connection to empower lasting change. I incorporate elements of creative expression, mindfulness, body-awareness, and education regarding...
I work with adults, young adults, teens, and their families. I specialize in working with teens and young adults who are transitioning from wilderness therapy or residential treatment programs. I utilize a relational based approach that incorporates evidence based practices such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), somatic/body work, motivational...
Often in life we are seeking space to step away from distractions and to surround ourselves with a caring herd; both two-legged and four-legged. The barn, as well as the therapy office, is a sanctuary where we can work together, building self-esteem, trust, connection, and growth. I offer both office-based individual counseling as well as equine-assisted psychotherapy, depending on each...
Finding the right therapist is one of the most important factors influencing the outcome of your treatment. Making sure that my clients feel both comfortable and connected during therapy is my priority; if I am not the right fit, I want to help you find someone who is. That said, I strive to make sessions feel personal and my office a warm and inviting place to do hard work. I use evidence-base...
Are you searching for a therapist? There must be a strong fit between the client and the therapist for the work to be productive. I welcome clients looking for a non-judgmental, strength based, solution and action focused approach. I enjoy working with clients who seek a no nonsense, pragmatic approach to life challenges. I do understand that life can sometimes seem irrational and out of contro...
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