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
Working with a psychotherapist in individual therapy can be the key in generating positive change and real growth. Devoted to providing therapy to individuals, couples and families of all ages and populations, I have numerous years of experience in a variety of settings including private practices in the Northern VA area, substance abuse treatment centers and most recently, the Fairfax-Falls...
Lori Posner, MS, LMFT is a NJ Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in individual, group, couples and family therapy. Lori incorporates mindfulness into her therapeutic techniques and her clinical supervision. “My personal philosophy of counseling starts with a willingness to join with my clients experience and understand them. By listening with compassion and...
Thank you for taking the first step in getting help. I know it is not easy to reach out for help and I am here to help you. My approach to therapy is compassionate, respectful, empathic, and relational. My desire is to help you work through life’s challenges whether you struggle with everyday stress, unresolved trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, or grief issues. I provide a safe ...
Lyndsay is a passionate and empathic psychotherapist. She utilizes principles from various treatment modalities and evidence based practices including; CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, ACT, existentialism, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic therapy. Lyndsay’s approach is dynamic and personalized to each client. She provides a warm, safe and nonjudgmental space to engage in exploratio...
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Arie Baker utilizes a non-judgmental and empowering approach that helps clients build skills and recognize their internal strengths. She provides a warm and welcoming environment to process your experiences and life's difficulties. Arie Baker received her Master’s in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis. She has been practicing for 25 years. Arie has worked with adolescents, adul...
I wholeheartedly believe that everyone has the ability to heal from difficult life experiences and move forward to live a fulfilling and joyful life. I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults through the healing process after they have been exposed to traumatic life events such as abuse/neglect, adoption, divorce, loss, attachment difficulties, and other life stressors. I hav...
Marie Tueller is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing as a therapist, coach, consultant, and clinical supervisor. Marie’s education, professional and personal background in treating mental health issues, addiction, and trauma gives her a unique and effective approach to counseling. She works to provide clients with individualized treatment plans that can be integrated into their daily...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I have a person-centered approach and tailor my technique based on the individual’s need. I believe in meeting individuals where they are to reach their goals. The treatment modalities I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution-focused interventions among others. In my work with children and adolescents, I have found that through play...
Everyone gets stuck or overwhelmed and at these times we need additional support. Therapy creates opportunities for you to explore your thoughts and feelings so you can better understand and change what's getting in the way of you living as your fullest self. I work with children, adolescents and their parents as well as individuals; in order to address anxiety, depression, self criticism, ange...
**Accepting New Clients** Change is possible, but it doesn’t happen overnight. Change happens in the small, countless decisions we make daily. It would be my honor to be a part of your journey. My goal in counseling is to create a warm, welcoming and honest space for you to process, develop new skills and create greater resiliency. It can be challenging and intimidating to start the counseling...
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I am dedicated to working with individuals, couples, and families by supporting hope and growth through a family systems perspective and trauma informed care. My passion is attachment, relationships, and development and their impact on functioning throughout one’s life. I find encouragement in my work through helping others find hope, strength, and healing within their environment and...
I strive to create a calm and accepting space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences while feeling safe, grounded, and connected. We all have the ability to find effective and sustainable solutions to life's challenges, and I enjoy providing unconditional positive regard and understanding that leads to discovery of your self-determination and resilience. I have experienc...
I believe that the start of change is through self-awareness! Being aware of triggers from past wounds may guide people at a conscious level to explore an understanding of what is occurring at their unconscious level. Unconscious memories from past wounds can at times control and influence someone's current thought patterns, emotions and behaviors. Processing past wounds in therapy may give you...
