Adoption Therapists in Boston, MA
I was adopted from India when I was six months old and my narrative has shaped the work I love doing with adoptees, and families in the adoption constellation.
Adoption trauma refers to loss. Loss of birth family/culture, identity/connection. Themes that may come up in our work look similar to loss, grief, birth/adoptive family, communication, identity development, shame, guilt, sense of belonging, transracial adoption, race/culture, international adoption, family dynamics, anxiety, worry, fear, relationships.
I was adopted from India when I was six months old and my narrative has shaped the work I love doing with adoptees, and families in the adoption constellation.
Adoption trauma refers to loss. Loss of birth family/culture, identity/connection. Themes that may come up in our work look similar to loss, grief, birth/adoptive family, communication, identity development, shame, guilt, sense of belonging, transracial adoption, race/culture, international adoption, family dynamics, anxiety, worry, fear, relationships.
I have experience working with adult adoptees, and bring both a personal and professional understanding of adoption themes to this work.
I'm IFS therapist trained in EMDR for trauma reprocessing. My work integrates mindfulness, body-based practices, and Reiki for nervous system regulation and integration. For those looking to do short-term transformative work, I provide single and multi-day therapy intensives. Visit my website to discover how an intensive could support you.
I have experience working with adult adoptees, and bring both a personal and professional understanding of adoption themes to this work.
I'm IFS therapist trained in EMDR for trauma reprocessing. My work integrates mindfulness, body-based practices, and Reiki for nervous system regulation and integration. For those looking to do short-term transformative work, I provide single and multi-day therapy intensives. Visit my website to discover how an intensive could support you.
I support clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, childhood trauma, adoption, and life transitions.
The space I offer is warm and accepting, where you can explore your emotions without judgment. I’m committed to creating a supportive, optimistic environment to help you on your healing journey. After recently losing my beloved cat, I’ve found joy in spending time with my son’s mini Aussie, and I bring that same warmth and care into my work with clients.
I support clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, childhood trauma, adoption, and life transitions.
The space I offer is warm and accepting, where you can explore your emotions without judgment. I’m committed to creating a supportive, optimistic environment to help you on your healing journey. After recently losing my beloved cat, I’ve found joy in spending time with my son’s mini Aussie, and I bring that same warmth and care into my work with clients.
Jennifer Griesbach Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
9 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108
Faculty member at Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy, where I teach and supervise, and Adoption-Competent Therapist (CASE training 2021).
I help adoptees, people living with trauma and people suffering with anxiety and panic move towards the life and relationships they want. I work with issues of identity, connection, belonging, and how trauma is held in the body, the way the body keeps the score. My goal is to help you find both symptom relief and deeper change. I run groups for adult adoptees, and I have a new group starting weekly, Monday nights, running Jan. 27-June 23. In addition, I work with people on their sleep issues with CBT-I.
Faculty member at Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy, where I teach and supervise, and Adoption-Competent Therapist (CASE training 2021).
I help adoptees, people living with trauma and people suffering with anxiety and panic move towards the life and relationships they want. I work with issues of identity, connection, belonging, and how trauma is held in the body, the way the body keeps the score. My goal is to help you find both symptom relief and deeper change. I run groups for adult adoptees, and I have a new group starting weekly, Monday nights, running Jan. 27-June 23. In addition, I work with people on their sleep issues with CBT-I.
1995-2012), Adoption Resource Center, est
Specialty in Complex Blended Families by Adoption, step parenting, fostering, kinship, alternative reproductive technologies - specializing in child welfare. Vast experience with Personal Growth Issues, Artists and Writers Challenges, Entrepreneurs, Couples, Families, Family Businesses, and Stages of Development/Parenting Concerns.
1995-2012), Adoption Resource Center, est
Specialty in Complex Blended Families by Adoption, step parenting, fostering, kinship, alternative reproductive technologies - specializing in child welfare. Vast experience with Personal Growth Issues, Artists and Writers Challenges, Entrepreneurs, Couples, Families, Family Businesses, and Stages of Development/Parenting Concerns.
I specialize in helping older teens and adults in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Florida work through life transitions, past trauma, identity changes, family dynamics, and adoption-related concerns.
With me, you'll experience client-centered, emotion-focused, Feminist, and process-oriented therapies where your direction and pace are respected. As your curious supporter, I offer thoughtful questions and feedback, ensuring a personalized and autonomous therapeutic journey. Modalities are tailored to your needs for effective, compassionate care.
I specialize in helping older teens and adults in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Florida work through life transitions, past trauma, identity changes, family dynamics, and adoption-related concerns.
With me, you'll experience client-centered, emotion-focused, Feminist, and process-oriented therapies where your direction and pace are respected. As your curious supporter, I offer thoughtful questions and feedback, ensuring a personalized and autonomous therapeutic journey. Modalities are tailored to your needs for effective, compassionate care.
I specialize in treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression and adoption, attachment and family systems issues and parent coaching.
I support people in exploring the past, learn to ground in the present and build skills and strengths for the future. I am trained in EMDR, DBT and MBSR and I use these tools to help clients process and cope with traumatic events as well as daily life stressors and everything in between. I am also currently running an online adoption group.
I specialize in treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression and adoption, attachment and family systems issues and parent coaching.
I support people in exploring the past, learn to ground in the present and build skills and strengths for the future. I am trained in EMDR, DBT and MBSR and I use these tools to help clients process and cope with traumatic events as well as daily life stressors and everything in between. I am also currently running an online adoption group.
I have dedicated myself to child welfare and have a specialty in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, adoption, attachment, Bipolar and addictions.
I have devoted my work to assisting families and helping them overcome adversities. Using a strength based approach I believe in supporting families. I have training in a meeting CBT, Resist Refusal, Parent Child Relationships, Trauma Treatment, Relationship Building and in working with families where there have been challenges across generations.
I have dedicated myself to child welfare and have a specialty in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, adoption, attachment, Bipolar and addictions.
I have devoted my work to assisting families and helping them overcome adversities. Using a strength based approach I believe in supporting families. I have training in a meeting CBT, Resist Refusal, Parent Child Relationships, Trauma Treatment, Relationship Building and in working with families where there have been challenges across generations.
Additionally, I have significant experience working with individuals and families involved in adoption, and have received specialized training in complex blended families and post- adoption needs.
Currently: (Accepting New Clients)
One of the most important aspects of therapy is ensuring that patients feel heard, respected, and understood. I offer an active and collaborative therapeutic approach that provides clients with the opportunity to learn, grow, explore, challenge themselves, and ultimately live the life they aspire to lead.
Treatment is personalized to meet your unique needs and goals, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), ICBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems, and Strengths-Based approaches.
Additionally, I have significant experience working with individuals and families involved in adoption, and have received specialized training in complex blended families and post- adoption needs.
Currently: (Accepting New Clients)
One of the most important aspects of therapy is ensuring that patients feel heard, respected, and understood. I offer an active and collaborative therapeutic approach that provides clients with the opportunity to learn, grow, explore, challenge themselves, and ultimately live the life they aspire to lead.
Treatment is personalized to meet your unique needs and goals, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), ICBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems, and Strengths-Based approaches.
Boston Post Adoption Resources
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Boston Post Adoption Resources, also known as BPAR, is a nonprofit organization that was founded to support all individuals and families who are touched by adoption.
Since 2012, BPAR has provided specialized trauma-informed individual and group therapeutic care and culturally sensitive support. We connect people to post adoption resources and educate the public about the impacts of adoption. Through our services, BPAR invites those touched by adoption to join our community in an environment that encourages lifelong heali
Boston Post Adoption Resources, also known as BPAR, is a nonprofit organization that was founded to support all individuals and families who are touched by adoption.
Since 2012, BPAR has provided specialized trauma-informed individual and group therapeutic care and culturally sensitive support. We connect people to post adoption resources and educate the public about the impacts of adoption. Through our services, BPAR invites those touched by adoption to join our community in an environment that encourages lifelong heali
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has expertise working with individuals and families dealing with adoption and foster care, anxiety, depression, trauma, caregiving, grief and end of life issues.
With me, you can expect a client driven yet collaborative approach to dealing with whatever issues you are experiencing. My style is strengths based and focuses on identifying and prioritizing your concerns, building on existing skills and applying them to your daily life. Clients should come to sessions prepared to engage to facilitate steady progress.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has expertise working with individuals and families dealing with adoption and foster care, anxiety, depression, trauma, caregiving, grief and end of life issues.
With me, you can expect a client driven yet collaborative approach to dealing with whatever issues you are experiencing. My style is strengths based and focuses on identifying and prioritizing your concerns, building on existing skills and applying them to your daily life. Clients should come to sessions prepared to engage to facilitate steady progress.
I also delight in working with individuals with adoption/adoptee concerns, parenting and immigration/ refugee concerns.
I am a Christian Counselor who allows faith to be expressed. I provide a confidential and safe environment to explore specific reasons for seeking counseling.You may be experiencing difficulties with relationships, struggling with events from the past or be at a place in life you desire change and greater satisfaction. My treatment methods are based on the individual's presenting needs, assessment data and evidence-based practices. I utilize a strength-based approach, commonly using cognitive and behavioral therapeutic modalities, skills training, and education. Empathy & support will be provided.
I also delight in working with individuals with adoption/adoptee concerns, parenting and immigration/ refugee concerns.
I am a Christian Counselor who allows faith to be expressed. I provide a confidential and safe environment to explore specific reasons for seeking counseling.You may be experiencing difficulties with relationships, struggling with events from the past or be at a place in life you desire change and greater satisfaction. My treatment methods are based on the individual's presenting needs, assessment data and evidence-based practices. I utilize a strength-based approach, commonly using cognitive and behavioral therapeutic modalities, skills training, and education. Empathy & support will be provided.
In addition, I have experience working with children that are struggling with adoption.
My passion lies in helping children and adults. Kids may have anxiety that is taking the fun out of every day life, or may be struggling with behavioral issues as a result of tough experiences they have endured in the past. This is where I aim to help! Kids are resilient, but oftentimes therapy at a young age can help change the path for adulthood.
In addition, I have experience working with children that are struggling with adoption.
My passion lies in helping children and adults. Kids may have anxiety that is taking the fun out of every day life, or may be struggling with behavioral issues as a result of tough experiences they have endured in the past. This is where I aim to help! Kids are resilient, but oftentimes therapy at a young age can help change the path for adulthood.
I have extensive expertise in treating those who face a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress, sadness and depressed mood, grief, family and life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, adoption, attachment-related concerns, OCD, chronic illness, and interpersonal struggles.
My approach is guided by each client's unique needs and goals for therapy. Additionally, my therapeutic lens and style are largely informed by my background in psychodynamic psychotherapy, promoting insight, growth, and adaptability. I also draw from cognitive behavioral and trauma-focused interventions, lifestyle medicine, and other modalities.
I have extensive expertise in treating those who face a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress, sadness and depressed mood, grief, family and life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, adoption, attachment-related concerns, OCD, chronic illness, and interpersonal struggles.
My approach is guided by each client's unique needs and goals for therapy. Additionally, my therapeutic lens and style are largely informed by my background in psychodynamic psychotherapy, promoting insight, growth, and adaptability. I also draw from cognitive behavioral and trauma-focused interventions, lifestyle medicine, and other modalities.
Special client groups include transition-aged adults, people affected by adoption, ADHD, and parent coaching.
Updated 5/15/25: In-person sessions in Framingham only at this time. Available times between 10-3.
I have over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked in a broad range of mental health settings, including traditional outpatient and also acute psychiatric settings providing individual therapy to kids, adults, and families, and clinical supervision and training to staff and trainees. I work with clients of all ages, and across cultures. I also provide clinical supervision and consultation services. My approach is collaborative, client-centered and strengths based.
Special client groups include transition-aged adults, people affected by adoption, ADHD, and parent coaching.
Updated 5/15/25: In-person sessions in Framingham only at this time. Available times between 10-3.
I have over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked in a broad range of mental health settings, including traditional outpatient and also acute psychiatric settings providing individual therapy to kids, adults, and families, and clinical supervision and training to staff and trainees. I work with clients of all ages, and across cultures. I also provide clinical supervision and consultation services. My approach is collaborative, client-centered and strengths based.
I work with clients who may be struggling with eating disorders, depression, grief, adoption grief or trauma related to their environment, relationships or family.
My name is Celia, I am a bilingual/bicultural (Spanish-American) Counselor and Consultant. I have over 25 years of local, national and international clinical experience. I work with clients who want ongoing psychotherapy and those who want a one time consult. I specialize in children, teens and young adults with eating disorders, adoptee trauma, expats adjustment, grief therapy, parenting and school-counseling treatment interventions.I have extensive experience working with school age children in various school settings. You can find me on Grow Therapy. Hablo Español.
I work with clients who may be struggling with eating disorders, depression, grief, adoption grief or trauma related to their environment, relationships or family.
My name is Celia, I am a bilingual/bicultural (Spanish-American) Counselor and Consultant. I have over 25 years of local, national and international clinical experience. I work with clients who want ongoing psychotherapy and those who want a one time consult. I specialize in children, teens and young adults with eating disorders, adoptee trauma, expats adjustment, grief therapy, parenting and school-counseling treatment interventions.I have extensive experience working with school age children in various school settings. You can find me on Grow Therapy. Hablo Español.
Additionally, I work with families to address topics such as adoption, mental health, queerness, and disability.
I am a sex therapist, focusing my practice on couples, sexuality, and family systems, helping couples and families navigate relational dynamics. I assist couples in creating and strengthening shared language, as well as developing new vocabulary and communication skills. My training includes working with issues related to desire, intimacy, infidelity, conflict management, and parenting. I support couples in establishing relational agreements, processing unresolved trauma, and navigating neurodiversity and mental health together. I have experience working with interracial, interfaith, and multicultural families.
Additionally, I work with families to address topics such as adoption, mental health, queerness, and disability.
I am a sex therapist, focusing my practice on couples, sexuality, and family systems, helping couples and families navigate relational dynamics. I assist couples in creating and strengthening shared language, as well as developing new vocabulary and communication skills. My training includes working with issues related to desire, intimacy, infidelity, conflict management, and parenting. I support couples in establishing relational agreements, processing unresolved trauma, and navigating neurodiversity and mental health together. I have experience working with interracial, interfaith, and multicultural families.
I have particular expertise in working with those who have PTSD, Addiction, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and issues that are specific to the LGBTQIA or immigrant communities & those impacted by adoption (birth parents, adoptive parents and adoptees).
Are you looking for a therapist to help you in your journey to improve your emotional wellbeing? I am a therapist who has experience working with individuals with a wide range of presenting problems and provide a supportive environment where you can find relief from the symptoms you are experiencing.
My style is eclectic and dependent on your presenting problems and comfort level with different approaches. For example, if you have ADHD I may provide psychoeducation and coaching and if you have experienced trauma I may use Trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I bring to my work warmth, humor and curiosity.
I have particular expertise in working with those who have PTSD, Addiction, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and issues that are specific to the LGBTQIA or immigrant communities & those impacted by adoption (birth parents, adoptive parents and adoptees).
Are you looking for a therapist to help you in your journey to improve your emotional wellbeing? I am a therapist who has experience working with individuals with a wide range of presenting problems and provide a supportive environment where you can find relief from the symptoms you are experiencing.
My style is eclectic and dependent on your presenting problems and comfort level with different approaches. For example, if you have ADHD I may provide psychoeducation and coaching and if you have experienced trauma I may use Trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I bring to my work warmth, humor and curiosity.
I specialize in family relationships, trauma work, personal growth, and adoption.
My therapeutic approach can best be described as eclectic. I primarily use insight-oriented therapy and solution focused therapy. However, I pull techniques from other approaches as needed, such as EMDR and CBT. My goal is to do whatever is most comfortable and effective for the individual client.
I specialize in family relationships, trauma work, personal growth, and adoption.
My therapeutic approach can best be described as eclectic. I primarily use insight-oriented therapy and solution focused therapy. However, I pull techniques from other approaches as needed, such as EMDR and CBT. My goal is to do whatever is most comfortable and effective for the individual client.
I specialize in women’s health issues, including pregnancy, postpartum, adoption and parenting.
I have an eclectic approach utilizing various modalities to create a safe, supportive environment where my clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel comfortable and curious to explore yourself.
I specialize in women’s health issues, including pregnancy, postpartum, adoption and parenting.
I have an eclectic approach utilizing various modalities to create a safe, supportive environment where my clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel comfortable and curious to explore yourself.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.