Clinical Training

Working with adopted clients is complicated, in that, although adoption and mental health are inextricably intertwined, it can be difficult to integrate adoption into the therapeutic work.

Therapists say:

• “It feels like I’m missing something.”
• “It feels like we take two steps forward and three steps back.”
• “It feels like they're going through the motions.”

Two Trainings: 

1. Developing an Adoption Lens: What Clinicians Need to Know About Adopted Clients

This is an accessible, foundational offering--the broader context, narratives, questions and dynamics clinicians need in order to recognize what adoption may bring into the room. 

2. Moving Beyond Survival Mode: A Clinical Framework for Identity Formation

This is the deeper dive into identity formation, which utilizes my framework, The Centered Identity Model for clinical teams who want to further their clinical work. 

The Centered Identity Model is a framework for identity formation for clients whose narratives lack safety, stability, and security. It brings together two essential components for adoptees – identity and narrative. It follows the clinical work through three phases – survival mode, identity bridge and the empowered path.

Trainings are available in adaptable formats based on the needs of the organization. 

Follow-up Case Consultation:

Bi-weekly or monthly case consultation is available after the training to help teams apply the adoption lens to current cases and treatment plans.

To discuss your organizational needs and availability, please reach out via email at katiejae35@gmail.com or phone at 617-448-4252.