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
I am Mackenzie Mercer and I have been practicing therapy since 2017 with children and adolescents. My professional commitment is to provide insight, compassionate support, and the tools to help you navigate through difficult times. I do this to help children, adolescents and adults create the lives they want. Every child, adolescent, and adult deserves an incredible life, but there are times th...
Hi. Do you feel as if you are stuck in your life, that you are not where you want to be, but that if you only had the tools to move forward, you could truly accomplish all that you have ever dreamed of and possibly even more? You are not alone in this feeling. Many people feel weighted down with the multiple challenges of trying to juggle all of the responsibilities of life, and as such often f...
My goal is to provide you with the highest quality of care on your path to a better quality of life. I offer a safe & supportive environment to build insight, develop new coping skills, and encourage personal growth. I empower clients to navigate life’s challenges, make positive and effective changes needed to reduce stress, decrease anxiety and depression, solve problems and live happier, more...
I have three years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and their families surrounding various emotional and mental health needs. I work with individuals, couples and family systerms. I like to work with my clients on a strength based approach, allowing them to self-actualize and realize their goals. We all have the seed within ourselves to achieve what we want out of life, ...
I have been working with individuals and families in Hillsborough County for the past seven years. I have experience working with children and families as well as adults, and have extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their family members. I have facilitated support groups for caregivers of both older adults/seniors with memory disorders as well as...
We all have different circumstances throughout life that cause us to feel lost, confused, hurt and disconnected from the world. These feelings can be challenging, overwhelming and sometimes we may feel there's nobody that can help us navigate through our landmine of emotions and I would be honored to assist you on your journey. Throughout my career, I've provided counseling support to children,...
My goal as a profession is to be open and direct with my clients about their issues. I don't think people come to therapy to work on the same issue for 5 years! I work hard with my clients to address issues and put in real-life strategies to help them deal with their issues. I have spent years working with children and families to address behavioral issues in the home, school, and community. I...
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families. I'm trained in play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I use a person-centered approach to help my clients reach their goals. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum, oppositional...
When you face new challenges to your daily life, your relationships, or your goals, I am here support you in discovering how to process big emotions and grow through each difficulty. I provide counseling services for teens, adults, couples, and families. I seek to empower clients to improve and restore balance in their lives by tapping into their personal strengths. I employ integrative approac...
Dr. Scott Tracy has maintained a private counseling practice in Fayette County for nearly twenty years. Dr. Tracy earned his doctoral degree from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and serves as a professor of counseling in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Dr. Tracy utilizes an integrated counseling approach that involves traditional cognitive and behavioral counseling along wi...
Dr. Stear offers 30 years experience compassionately serving children, adolescents, adults and families. Receive expert assistance solving anxiety, depression, relationship issues, medical concerns, as well as the full range of treatment needs. Hypnosis, play therapy, executive coaching, psychological testing, and life style wellness coaching are available in addition to individualized therapy....
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Life can be stressful! It takes courage to ask for help, but the personal rewards in doing so can be very fulfilling. In working together, I can help you gain understanding and control of your life, while assisting you in achieving your goals. Therapy can lead you to greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and most importantly, a more satisfying life. For health and life coaching needs please cont...
I am an OEF/OIF Air Force Veteran. My therapy model emphasizes positive and supportive integration of evidence-based, solution-focused and holistic techniques. The solution-focused approach identifies irrational thoughts and attitudes. Emphasis on the mutual development of goals for therapy and provisions ongoing support in a therapeutic environment. An eclectic therapeutic approach, blending...
There will always be pain in life but you needn't suffer. You can live a life worth living even as you experience depression, anxiety, negative self evaluation and other psychological symptoms. And you can recover joy and laughter despite mental health issues. Learn practical skills for self regulation and develop mindfulness practices to sustain your ability to be present and effective in your...
