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
( English | español ) Are you struggling to connect with your child? Do they seem to be withdrawing, are not like themselves, or exhibiting challenging behaviors? Are they undergoing major life changes, having difficulties with academics, or struggling socializing with peers? I am here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. The demands of parenting are ever prevalent in today's societ...
Through the years I have been fortunate to be able to help many hurting people get "unstuck" and mover forward in life. People who are experiencing depression, anxiety, bi polar disorders, marital issues, losses, job stress, life stress and those who just feel life has to be better than it is. Life can be better. I have seen so many directly benefit from allowing me to help them and putting in ...
Supporting children to develop awareness & thrive. I support children & their parents develop an understanding around what is creating and maintaining challenges; and, bring more regulation and less stress to everyday living. My work is influenced by current research on play therapy, neurobiology, attachment and the mind body connection. I am also a registered Yoga Teacher, and incorporate East...
I am committed to your success on life's journey. My mission is to equip, empower, and encourage you to live a life filled with intentional steps towards wellness. Together, we will work on designing practical tools to build a foundation of stability and strength when it comes to your mental health. I create rooms of safety and accountability for those who feel stuck and having a difficult time...
I work in a compassionately direct way to address trauma, anxiety, chronic dissatisfaction and unhealthy relationship patterns. I work with individuals navigating life transitions, parenting, separation/divorce, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and both early childhood and ongoing trauma. My approach is psychodynamic, relational and attachment-focused and I also utilize elements of...
If you're here reading this, let me put you at ease, you've asked yourself some very important questions and are now taking the first steps. Do you struggle with excess anxiety and can't sleep? Do you feel depressed, frustrated with behavioral concerns, or overwhelmed with stress or grief that seems to have taken control? If so then call or email me today and together we can work towards achiev...
Anxiety Specialist and Video Therapist! Are you worried about what other people think of you? Are you constantly striving for perfection but continue to fall short and beat yourself up? Do you have 5 Gold Stars in criticizing yourself and using negative self talk? I understand how that can be debilitating in navigating everyday life. It makes the most mundane tasks seem overwhelming and sometim...
We all struggle with emotional upheaval during times of stress and transition. Excessive worry, sadness, shame and hopelessness impact our daily lives and those who love us. Couples and families are challenged with the loss of connection and attachment that leads family conflict and a lack of mutually gratifying relationships. By defining our values and our goals we can learn to clarify what is...
My personal mission is to show compassion and care to every client/person that I come into contact with. I firmly believe that every person does the best they can with what they have to work with. My respectful approach considers you to be the expert in your own life and offers you the sounding board to come to your own conclusions with empathy and support. I have many years of experience using...
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Greetings! I have recently established my own independent practice and I’m very excited to be offering counseling services in the Lamoille County area. My approach is client- centered, and I work to build a positive, trusting relationship that focuses on your concerns and goals. I believe that our positive and negative thoughts often control or motivate our behaviors and feelings. if we can lea...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I provide services to children through adults using a variety of modalities from a Person/Child-Centered perspective. My goal is to help my clients gain new insights and develop strategies that will enable them to reach their optimal potential in a comfortable and nurturing environment. My experience base includes 10 years...
My ideal client is one who is established in their life and community, yet they are unhappy and feel stagnant or stuck. They may struggle in their professional career or feel unfulfilled in the workplace. They may be socially isolated or do not connect well with people their age. This individual, on the outside, appears to have it all, but they are not satisfied with their life. This individual...
I work with young children and their families to resolve the issues that kids struggle with both at home and at school. Because children can make sustainable change through play, play therapy has proven to be an effective intervention and also more inviting to kids than squirming around in a chair answering an adult's questions. With over 30 years of experience and training in childhood trauma,...
