Adoption and Foster Care Counseling Services at Genesis Family Foundation

At Genesis Family Foundation, we understand that the journey of adoption and foster care can be both rewarding and challenging. Whether you're considering adoption, in the process of fostering, or navigating the complexities of post-placement adjustment, our dedicated therapists are here to provide the support and guidance you need.

Defining Our Service

Adoption and foster care counseling at Genesis Family Foundation offers a safe and confidential space for individuals and families to explore their experiences, emotions, and concerns related to adoption and foster care. Our therapists are trained to address a wide range of issues that may arise throughout the adoption and foster care journey, including:

• Attachment Issues: Building healthy attachments with adopted or foster children can sometimes be challenging. Our therapists can help you navigate attachment issues and strengthen the bond between you and your child.
  
• Identity: Adoptees and foster children may grapple with questions of identity and belonging. Our counseling services provide a supportive environment for individuals to explore their unique identities and find a sense of belonging.
  
• Grief and Bereavement: The adoption process often involves loss and grief for both birth parents and adoptive families. Our therapists offer compassionate support to help you process feelings of loss and navigate the grief journey.
  
• Couples Counseling: Adoption and foster care can impact relationships within families. Our couples counseling services are designed to strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and support couples in building healthy, resilient partnerships.
  
• Parent Coaching: Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family through adoption or foster care, our therapists offer practical strategies and support to help you navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood.

Recognizing If You Need Our Services

If you're experiencing any of the following, our adoption and foster care counseling services may be beneficial for you:

• Feeling overwhelmed or anxious about the adoption or foster care process
  
• Struggling to bond with an adopted or foster child
  
• Dealing with unresolved grief or loss related to adoption or foster care
  
• Experiencing challenges in your relationship due to adoption or foster care
  
• Seeking support and guidance as you navigate the complexities of adoption or foster care



How the Process Works

1. Schedule a Consultation: Sign up for a free, 15-minute consultation through the request form at the bottom of this page.
   
2. Consultation Appointment: During your consultation, you'll have the opportunity to discuss your needs and learn more about our services.
   
3. Initial Appointment: Once your first appointment is scheduled, you'll receive informed consent paperwork and be asked to provide background information to inform your therapist about your specific needs.
   
4. Collaborative Goal Setting: In your first session, you and your therapist will collaborate to identify treatment goals and create a personalized treatment plan.
   
5. Ongoing Support: Your therapist will work with you to address your concerns and achieve your treatment goals. Sessions may be conducted in-person or through telehealth, depending on your preference and circumstances.
   
6. Transitioning Out: Once your treatment goals have been met, sessions will begin phasing out until treatment is no longer needed.
   

Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward healing and growth on your adoption or foster care journey.