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
The ideal client for services is a person that would like assistance with birthing, postpartum and medical terminations. As a Behavioral Health Doula, I support people who struggle with concerns through many pregnancy dynamics. Support includes prenatal sessions, attending planned births, postpartum coaching, attending and transporting to medical terminations and counseling after medical...
I believe that a safe and trusting relationship with the therapist is the key to change in therapy. It takes courage and the ability to be vulnerable to look at ourselves honestly. I will provide a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere. We will work together to identify the obstacles that are blocking your growth. I will be your guide in trying to help you increase your awareness of wh...
You are tired of walking on eggshells around your child. You never know when your child's next angry outburst might derail plans, cause problems at school, or alienate them from friends. You admire your child's fiery spirit and big personality, but you worry about their future if they can't get their temper under control. You've tried everything from sticker charts to time-outs to losing it...
Counseling for wellness and wisdom. That’s my mission. My goal as your counselor is to accept an invitation into your complex and dynamic world; in hopes that I may offer you the support you are seeking to find peace. If you are searching through this directory, chances are you sense, or maybe even know, something is not quite right in your life. Are you personally struggling and haven’t found ...
Rhiannon Alley is a Licensed Professional Counselor from the Richmond area, she completed her undergraduate degree at Virginia Tech and obtained her Master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling at The College of William and Mary. Rhiannon has worked with families, couples, youth, and adults in multiple settings; she became a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider while working with at-risk you...
In 2018, Because of the busyness in Northern Virginia, I opened an online practice to make Christian counseling more accessible. After moving to Florida, I expanded the services. I am licensed as an LCSW in both Virginia and Florida. You can receive professional support from the comfort of your own space. I enjoy working with individuals who suffer from anxiety disorders, depression, relationsh...
The only constant is change. The only certainty is humans are called upon to navigate the challenging upheavals of life's transitions. Receiving assistance with grief issues, trauma, relationship difficulties, or navigating a cancer diagnosis and other chronic disease, is part of the therapeutic experience. The remainder exists in the relationship with one's therapist. After three decades, work...
Ideal client would be looking for ways to improve communication and conflict resolution within their marriage. 35+ years experience with marriage and individuals. Christian foundation. Clients are ready to learn new ways of coping with the Stress in their life or challenges they are facing. Individuals may have experienced loss or have anxiety or OCD, Depression, Grief, or mood disorders that t...
I work with children and their caregivers who are experiencing challenging behaviors, transitions, family conflict, adjustment issues, attachment concerns, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, self esteem, both individually and in family therapy. My therapist consists of a two part process with parent consultations along with individual therapy and I encourage parents to be a part of the therapeu...
My goal with my clients is for them to work towards a Healthy balance of Body, Mind & Spirit. I have been in private practice for over 28 years and my main focus has been to work with Christians to help them do their work in dealing with the issues that have they have experienced in their life. They need to do their work so they do not continue to live in the dysfunction of their past. I help t...
All too often stress, anxiety and depression can cloud our vision of what's possible in life. Together, we can navigate through challenges so you can gain the emotional strength and perspective needed to move forward. In addition to counseling, we offer a range of psychological assessments and testing. While focusing on your personal strengths, our dedicated staff is committed to partnering wit...
Finding the right person to meet your needs can be challenging and I hope you will find the answers to your questions here or by contacting me. Do not hesitate to call me so we can discuss your unique situation. I appreciate you taking the time to learn about my psychology practice and my background. I do psychotherapy with children, adolescents, couples, families, and individual adults who hav...
I understand that beginning therapy can be a challenging experience, but it can also be highly rewarding. It does require an openness to commit to change what currently is not working in your life. By entering into therapy, you are choosing to learn ways to change behaviors, thoughts, and relationship patterns that may be contributing to the distress you currently feel. Or you may be seeking wa...
This is a safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore and identify your best hopes. Galileo is quoted as saying, " you cannot teach a man anything, you can only help him find it for himself". I believe in working together in order to achieve your desired outcomes. I have experience in working with individuals and families who are dealing with anxiety, depressed feelings, behavior issues,...
Welcome! My clinic prioritizes medical professionals, people of color and couples. Working with diverse population for many years widen my appreciation towards everyone I encounter in the therapy room. Learning from years’ valuable experience, I do not take a blueprint or “one-size-fits-all” approach for clients. Every client has an individualized curriculum. You may be feeling distressed, faci...
