Training:

Navigating First Family Connections in Adoption

Jul 23
Thursday, July 23, 2026 – 8:00am
8:00am - 10:00am

Audience: Professionals

Level: Intermediate
Ages addressed: 18 and under

Navigating the complexities of biological relationships can be a sensitive and challenging process for many adoptees. Adoptees may seek out connections with their first family members for a variety of reasons, and as adoption professionals, it is crucial to provide a safe and supportive space for the exploration of these relationships. Factors such as assessing safety, developing realistic expectations, gauging emotional preparedness, setting boundaries, planning contact, respecting privacy, and building open and honest communication will be discussed.

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Location:

Foster Adopt Minnesota - Webinar

https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/

Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker is a licensed psychologist, transnational/transracial adoptee of color, and an adoptive parent. She specializes in providing telehealth support focused on adoption, trauma, and racial identity work through her private practice. She is a speaker and trainer at adoption agencies, camps, and conferences worldwide, the creator of the National Adoptee-Therapist Directory, and the author of the “Adoptees Like Me” illustrated series for elementary readers. Learn more at GrowBeyondWords.com.