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for foster & adoptive parentsReal support during foster care and long after adoption
Telehealth therapy for foster and adoptive parents navigating trauma-informed parenting, attachment challenges, ambiguous loss, and the emotional realities of life after placement or adoption.
- Foster parent for 10 years
- Adoptive mom of three
- 2026 Angels in Adoption honoree
As adoptive parents, we know the reality can be more complex
If you’re here, chances are you’ve already walked the path of becoming a foster parent, and maybe you’re now in the post-adoption phase.
Life as a foster parent is complex enough! Yet adoption brings a new set of challenges that everyone magically thinks go away. Your child’s needs may have shifted, and meeting them might now involve mental health therapy, psychiatric care, tutoring, mentoring programs, or additional educational support. And while you’re focusing on helping them heal and thrive, you might be quietly carrying your own emotional weight, because parenting children and teens with trauma can activate trauma responses in us, too.
Did you know you might qualify for respite care? Or receive extra support for groceries through your insurance? That your teen may be eligible for free college tuition in your state? These are resources no one hands you a manual for, but they exist.
The moments other parents don't see
FAQs
What unique challenges do foster and adoptive parents face, and how can therapy help?
Parenting a child who has come from foster care or adoption often includes navigating trauma history, attachment issues, behavioral challenges, grief over loss, identity questions, medical or developmental concerns, and system-related stress (schools, therapy, legal). Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to process your own feelings, learn trauma-informed parenting skills, build coping strategies, and receive guidance tailored to the complex needs of foster and adoptive families.
How can therapy help me cope with my own emotions and stress?
Parenting a child with a history of trauma can bring guilt, worry, exhaustion, or uncertainty about whether you’re “doing enough.” Therapy offers a supportive space to process these emotions, develop self-care habits, and build resilience, so you can show up fully for your child.
Do you recommend therapy for foster or adoptive parents?
YES, absolutely! Being a foster or adoptive parent can be amazing, but it can also be tough (believe me, I know). Therapy isn’t just for kids; it’s for you too. Think of it as a safe space to catch your breath, gain perspective, and get guidance from someone who truly understands this journey.
You don't have to keep carrying this alone.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. No pressure, just a conversation.
Book your free callOr call 561-903-0096 · Diana@DLGtherapy.com
