Adoption Therapists in Benton County, IN
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Amy Amico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46227
Navigating challenges in life can leave one feeling exhausted and stressed. Anxiety, depression, and negative self-talk can become a struggle, and leave one feeling unsupported and alone. Whether it is caring for a loved one, journeying through the foster care or adoption systems, a life change, facing mental health symptoms as a result of chronic illness, grief and loss, or an unexpected circumstance that you would never choose for yourself, I am here to support and promote resiliency, growth, and self-confidence. I provide a safe place for you to courageously unpack your story to gain clarity and reach goals. www.pathwaysindy.com
Navigating challenges in life can leave one feeling exhausted and stressed. Anxiety, depression, and negative self-talk can become a struggle, and leave one feeling unsupported and alone. Whether it is caring for a loved one, journeying through the foster care or adoption systems, a life change, facing mental health symptoms as a result of chronic illness, grief and loss, or an unexpected circumstance that you would never choose for yourself, I am here to support and promote resiliency, growth, and self-confidence. I provide a safe place for you to courageously unpack your story to gain clarity and reach goals. www.pathwaysindy.com
CRM Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Gary, IN 46401 (Online Only)
20+ years of experience in various settings including child welfare, adoption, criminal justice and schools, have provided me extensive expertise in helping clients manage grief, loss, interpersonal relationships, anxiety and stress.
In life, we all come to stages, at times, where we acknowledge that we need support. If you are frustrated, anxious, sad, confused and/or unsure of where your relationship or life is headed, I can help! Whether you are experiencing health concerns, relationship issues, personal conflicts or any other life transitions, learning to cope can be a game changer and you can gain the skills for better clarity and peace. My service is provided via confidential online therapy only.
20+ years of experience in various settings including child welfare, adoption, criminal justice and schools, have provided me extensive expertise in helping clients manage grief, loss, interpersonal relationships, anxiety and stress.
In life, we all come to stages, at times, where we acknowledge that we need support. If you are frustrated, anxious, sad, confused and/or unsure of where your relationship or life is headed, I can help! Whether you are experiencing health concerns, relationship issues, personal conflicts or any other life transitions, learning to cope can be a game changer and you can gain the skills for better clarity and peace. My service is provided via confidential online therapy only.
Roniqua Zimmermann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
We also help families strengthen and restore relationships impacted by trauma, life transitions, divorce, or adoption.
Is your child experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties? Does your child struggle with anxiety, sadness or anger? You may find yourself often wondering if you're providing the "best" for your child or family in order to help them succeed. You don't have to figure it out on your own. We can help. At Child Therapy Lab, we specialize in only treating children, so you can feel confident in knowing your child’s therapist is experienced and specifically trained in child therapy interventions that will help your child and family thrive!
We also help families strengthen and restore relationships impacted by trauma, life transitions, divorce, or adoption.
Is your child experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties? Does your child struggle with anxiety, sadness or anger? You may find yourself often wondering if you're providing the "best" for your child or family in order to help them succeed. You don't have to figure it out on your own. We can help. At Child Therapy Lab, we specialize in only treating children, so you can feel confident in knowing your child’s therapist is experienced and specifically trained in child therapy interventions that will help your child and family thrive!
I am passionate about working with survivors of sexual trauma, religious and spiritual concerns, and foster care/ adoption systems.
Does it feel like all you are doing is doggy paddling in the ocean, trying to keep your head above water? It feels like relationships are anchoring you down, and life events are giant waves pushing you under. Reaching out for help can feel scary. I hope to help you learn to surf the waves, implement coping skills, and feel in control of your life. Through therapy, you can learn to process and embrace your past and look forward to your future. I hope you can learn about yourself and start loving and accepting all parts of you. I am committed to providing affirming care and honoring those who come from marginalized identities.
I am passionate about working with survivors of sexual trauma, religious and spiritual concerns, and foster care/ adoption systems.
Does it feel like all you are doing is doggy paddling in the ocean, trying to keep your head above water? It feels like relationships are anchoring you down, and life events are giant waves pushing you under. Reaching out for help can feel scary. I hope to help you learn to surf the waves, implement coping skills, and feel in control of your life. Through therapy, you can learn to process and embrace your past and look forward to your future. I hope you can learn about yourself and start loving and accepting all parts of you. I am committed to providing affirming care and honoring those who come from marginalized identities.
Specialties provide expertise in helping with trauma, depression, anxiety, adoption, behavioral concerns, school difficulties, substance abuse, etc.
We are a powerhouse team that value the importance of being a team for each other and especially for our clients. We are supporters of LGBTQIA+, BLM, social justice, anti-racism, etc. We are versed in neurodivergent treatment practices and value the diversity within each person we meet. We are authentic, down to earth practitioners that will be honest and forth coming about who we are and do not discriminate against others. We invite and encourage authenticity within ourselves and our clients.
Specialties provide expertise in helping with trauma, depression, anxiety, adoption, behavioral concerns, school difficulties, substance abuse, etc.
We are a powerhouse team that value the importance of being a team for each other and especially for our clients. We are supporters of LGBTQIA+, BLM, social justice, anti-racism, etc. We are versed in neurodivergent treatment practices and value the diversity within each person we meet. We are authentic, down to earth practitioners that will be honest and forth coming about who we are and do not discriminate against others. We invite and encourage authenticity within ourselves and our clients.
Alecia Brantingham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fishers, IN 46037
Waitlist for new clients
Experience and ongoing consultation and training about attachment and adoption issues along with how trauma affects relationships has continued to equip our practice to offer services that help families address the many issues that come with parenting children who have experienced trauma through many different situations in their lives.
Strengthening Families, LLC is a group private practice that focuses on the family system, specifically how it is impacted by adoption, trauma and attachment issues. These issues are often complex, leaving families stressed, overwhelmed and unsure of the next step. An understanding of these issues is needed to help families navigate these difficult situations.
Experience and ongoing consultation and training about attachment and adoption issues along with how trauma affects relationships has continued to equip our practice to offer services that help families address the many issues that come with parenting children who have experienced trauma through many different situations in their lives.
Strengthening Families, LLC is a group private practice that focuses on the family system, specifically how it is impacted by adoption, trauma and attachment issues. These issues are often complex, leaving families stressed, overwhelmed and unsure of the next step. An understanding of these issues is needed to help families navigate these difficult situations.
I also excel at helping families through life transitions, divorce/coparenting therapy, attachment/ adoption, reunification work, managing high conflict & court involvement.
Life surprises us sometimes… In those moments it is helpful to have someone to come alongside us to provide genuine presence, professionalism and expertise, balanced with compassion, to help through times of transition, trauma or growth. I am passionate about offering encouragement, steps for healing and coping, insight, psychoeducation and interpretation when families are struggling to understand one another. Learning how to navigate life’s courses with sensitivity, kindness and realistic perspective can be more easily undertaken in a therapeutic forum that is accepting and direct. Office, teletherapy, walk/talk or home based.
I also excel at helping families through life transitions, divorce/coparenting therapy, attachment/ adoption, reunification work, managing high conflict & court involvement.
Life surprises us sometimes… In those moments it is helpful to have someone to come alongside us to provide genuine presence, professionalism and expertise, balanced with compassion, to help through times of transition, trauma or growth. I am passionate about offering encouragement, steps for healing and coping, insight, psychoeducation and interpretation when families are struggling to understand one another. Learning how to navigate life’s courses with sensitivity, kindness and realistic perspective can be more easily undertaken in a therapeutic forum that is accepting and direct. Office, teletherapy, walk/talk or home based.
Ransburg Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
Hsiu-Ying works with children, adolescents and adults, and specializes in treating anxiety, selective mutism, traumas, depression, ADHD, adoption, and identity issue.
Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist for successful treatment outcome? Is your depression, anxiety, or traumatic memory preventing you from living your life to your optimal potential? We are committed to help. Ransburg Counseling is owned by Hsiu-Ying and Craig Ransburg, licensed clinical social workers and addiction counselors. Over 21 years, we have successfully helped many clients and their families overcome their life challenges, anxiety, depression, work, school, relationship, trauma issues, etc. We are passionate about delivering effective treatment and advocating for our clients' needs. We believe holistic mind body healing and strive to be excellent in all that we do.
Hsiu-Ying works with children, adolescents and adults, and specializes in treating anxiety, selective mutism, traumas, depression, ADHD, adoption, and identity issue.
Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist for successful treatment outcome? Is your depression, anxiety, or traumatic memory preventing you from living your life to your optimal potential? We are committed to help. Ransburg Counseling is owned by Hsiu-Ying and Craig Ransburg, licensed clinical social workers and addiction counselors. Over 21 years, we have successfully helped many clients and their families overcome their life challenges, anxiety, depression, work, school, relationship, trauma issues, etc. We are passionate about delivering effective treatment and advocating for our clients' needs. We believe holistic mind body healing and strive to be excellent in all that we do.
Nancy L Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenfield, IN 46140 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As an adoptive parent and former foster parent, as well as a professional in the field of foster care and adoption, I have a huge heart for the struggles of foster and adoptive parents. I see their need for someone to talk to who understands how difficult and yet rewarding is our calling to love hurt children. I offer trauma-focused therapy to address triggers resulting from parenting children from hard places. I am a TBRI educator and can also assist with implementing effective parenting strategies. In addition, I enjoy working with seniors as they (we) navigate the challenges of aging and addressing the needs of this time of life.
As an adoptive parent and former foster parent, as well as a professional in the field of foster care and adoption, I have a huge heart for the struggles of foster and adoptive parents. I see their need for someone to talk to who understands how difficult and yet rewarding is our calling to love hurt children. I offer trauma-focused therapy to address triggers resulting from parenting children from hard places. I am a TBRI educator and can also assist with implementing effective parenting strategies. In addition, I enjoy working with seniors as they (we) navigate the challenges of aging and addressing the needs of this time of life.
Are you overwhelmed with your current situation? Maybe it’s parenting a child who struggles with negative behaviors, maybe it’s feeling like your marriage is chaos, maybe your family is going through a divorce, or maybe you just don’t know how to help your teenager anymore…regardless of your situation, I believe you can work through it to find joy and peace again. As an LMFT, I specialize in families: Kids, teens, adolescents, couples, blending families, and fostering/ adoption. I love being able to understand the whys behind the struggles and help navigate healing and growth for all my clients.
Are you overwhelmed with your current situation? Maybe it’s parenting a child who struggles with negative behaviors, maybe it’s feeling like your marriage is chaos, maybe your family is going through a divorce, or maybe you just don’t know how to help your teenager anymore…regardless of your situation, I believe you can work through it to find joy and peace again. As an LMFT, I specialize in families: Kids, teens, adolescents, couples, blending families, and fostering/ adoption. I love being able to understand the whys behind the struggles and help navigate healing and growth for all my clients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in working with adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced trauma and loss. I have worked in a variety of settings, including home-based therapy and outpatient therapy. I have specialized knowledge in working with adoption and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in working with adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced trauma and loss. I have worked in a variety of settings, including home-based therapy and outpatient therapy. I have specialized knowledge in working with adoption and trauma.
I assist families going through the experiences of infertility, miscarriages, stillbirths, infant loss, adoption, and postpartum concerns.
I assist children, adults, couples, and families in addressing the concerns that may be holding them back from the life they want. It is a fact that if our needs are not being met then we don't function well at home, school, work, or socially. I empower clients to meet their needs in healthy ways to live more fulfilling lives.
I assist families going through the experiences of infertility, miscarriages, stillbirths, infant loss, adoption, and postpartum concerns.
I assist children, adults, couples, and families in addressing the concerns that may be holding them back from the life they want. It is a fact that if our needs are not being met then we don't function well at home, school, work, or socially. I empower clients to meet their needs in healthy ways to live more fulfilling lives.
Jennifer Mysogland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fishers, IN 46038
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I provide mental health therapy for individuals and families with specialty in trauma/complex trauma, attachment, grief/loss and adoption. I value coming alongside clients by providing support and empathy while also equipping them with tools for healing and success. I tailor therapy sessions to meet the needs of each individual and family, with a holistic perspective. I believe the client/therapist relationship is foundational to the healing process and while I am trained in advanced modalities; this connection remains a priority in my practice as a facilitator of change.
In my practice, I provide mental health therapy for individuals and families with specialty in trauma/complex trauma, attachment, grief/loss and adoption. I value coming alongside clients by providing support and empathy while also equipping them with tools for healing and success. I tailor therapy sessions to meet the needs of each individual and family, with a holistic perspective. I believe the client/therapist relationship is foundational to the healing process and while I am trained in advanced modalities; this connection remains a priority in my practice as a facilitator of change.
Our specialties include: counseling with kids/teens, anxiety, depression, grief, family of origin issues (the family you grew up in), boundaries, couples counseling, work with individuals in ministry, adoption issues, enneagram work, trauma, addictions, EMDR, pornography addictions, substance abuse, career assessments, adult ADHD testing, and life coaching.
At Renewal, we love to walk alongside clients of all ages to help them learn what works and what doesn’t and learn new strategies to live a full life with less stress and anxiety. We have 11 therapists working with ages 5 and up. Most of our therapists are in network with Anthem BC/BS and United Healthcare. We also have a counseling intern seeing clients for a reduced rate of $40. We are currently taking new clients of all ages. You can take a look at individual therapists and their specialties in the photos section.
Our specialties include: counseling with kids/teens, anxiety, depression, grief, family of origin issues (the family you grew up in), boundaries, couples counseling, work with individuals in ministry, adoption issues, enneagram work, trauma, addictions, EMDR, pornography addictions, substance abuse, career assessments, adult ADHD testing, and life coaching.
At Renewal, we love to walk alongside clients of all ages to help them learn what works and what doesn’t and learn new strategies to live a full life with less stress and anxiety. We have 11 therapists working with ages 5 and up. Most of our therapists are in network with Anthem BC/BS and United Healthcare. We also have a counseling intern seeing clients for a reduced rate of $40. We are currently taking new clients of all ages. You can take a look at individual therapists and their specialties in the photos section.
Stan Antonelli III is a Licensed and Academy Certified Psychotherapist and Clinical Addiction Specialist. Stan specializes in the treatment of co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, complicated grief, and substance use disorders. He has advanced training in CBT, TF-CBT, Adoption-Competent Therapy, and CISM. Stan is a former Special Deputy with the Cass County, Indiana Sheriff’s Department. He holds degrees from Indiana University and Andrews University in psychology, sociology, and clinical social work. He is a PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) candidate.
Stan Antonelli III is a Licensed and Academy Certified Psychotherapist and Clinical Addiction Specialist. Stan specializes in the treatment of co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, complicated grief, and substance use disorders. He has advanced training in CBT, TF-CBT, Adoption-Competent Therapy, and CISM. Stan is a former Special Deputy with the Cass County, Indiana Sheriff’s Department. He holds degrees from Indiana University and Andrews University in psychology, sociology, and clinical social work. He is a PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) candidate.
O'Brien Psychological Services, Inc
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46203
Clients come for help for a variety of reasons, including (but not limited to) the following: Autism Evaluations, ADHD Evaluations, Academically Gifted Child Assessment, Academic Testing for Accommodations, Learning Disability Evaluations, Developmental Delay Assessment, International Adoption Interviews, Memory Testing Personality Testing, Psychological Evaluations for Bariatric Surgery Candidates, Vocational Placement Testing / Career Change.
Since 2000, O'Brien Psychological Services has provided psychological evaluations. He currently has two locations (Indianapolis and Kokomo). Dr. O'Brien is particularly interested in psychological evaluations and consultation but, from time to time, he will accept clients for psychotherapy services. His assessment clients have included, but are not limited to, the following: psychiatric hospitals, bariatric surgery patients, international adoption clients, juvenile courts, medical practices, autism treatment centers, other mental health professionals, and various state and federal agencies. I am also very honored and humbled by the many professionals in the field of human services who could have gone anywhere for psychological services but who trusted me to provide assessments and consulting services for their own family members.
Clients come for help for a variety of reasons, including (but not limited to) the following: Autism Evaluations, ADHD Evaluations, Academically Gifted Child Assessment, Academic Testing for Accommodations, Learning Disability Evaluations, Developmental Delay Assessment, International Adoption Interviews, Memory Testing Personality Testing, Psychological Evaluations for Bariatric Surgery Candidates, Vocational Placement Testing / Career Change.
Since 2000, O'Brien Psychological Services has provided psychological evaluations. He currently has two locations (Indianapolis and Kokomo). Dr. O'Brien is particularly interested in psychological evaluations and consultation but, from time to time, he will accept clients for psychotherapy services. His assessment clients have included, but are not limited to, the following: psychiatric hospitals, bariatric surgery patients, international adoption clients, juvenile courts, medical practices, autism treatment centers, other mental health professionals, and various state and federal agencies. I am also very honored and humbled by the many professionals in the field of human services who could have gone anywhere for psychological services but who trusted me to provide assessments and consulting services for their own family members.
Do you find yourself struggling with the loss of a loved one and don’t know how to cope? I am glad you are here! I have a history of helping others who are struggling with their identity, trauma history, adoption, LGBTQ+, anxiety/depression symptoms, self-worth, and relationship communication issues. If you are struggling to see all of the assets that you have within yourself to help you succeed, I will be there to help you grow as an individual and give you the tools necessary for growth moving forward. I feel that you are the best resource to your success and healing journey.
Do you find yourself struggling with the loss of a loved one and don’t know how to cope? I am glad you are here! I have a history of helping others who are struggling with their identity, trauma history, adoption, LGBTQ+, anxiety/depression symptoms, self-worth, and relationship communication issues. If you are struggling to see all of the assets that you have within yourself to help you succeed, I will be there to help you grow as an individual and give you the tools necessary for growth moving forward. I feel that you are the best resource to your success and healing journey.
I work with kids and adults from all over the world, and use an integrative approach to counseling, as I don't believe that one-size-fits-all in therapy. I am passionate about helping expat adults and third culture kids (TCK's) as they live in new cultures and navigate all that entails. I also enjoy working with international clients, specifically Arab clients, and have a good understanding of the culture and traditions. I am EMDR Trained (Level 2), trauma informed, adoption informed, I coach parents of kids with an FASD and use mindfulness, self-compassion, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT & REBT), and person-centered approaches.
I work with kids and adults from all over the world, and use an integrative approach to counseling, as I don't believe that one-size-fits-all in therapy. I am passionate about helping expat adults and third culture kids (TCK's) as they live in new cultures and navigate all that entails. I also enjoy working with international clients, specifically Arab clients, and have a good understanding of the culture and traditions. I am EMDR Trained (Level 2), trauma informed, adoption informed, I coach parents of kids with an FASD and use mindfulness, self-compassion, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT & REBT), and person-centered approaches.
Sarah L Brubaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
Sarah BruBaker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been providing therapy and support to clients since 2015. She has worked in clinical, community and school settings. She has specific experience working with children, teens and parents to address anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, self-harm, school-related issues, behavioral concerns, peer relationships, self-esteem, adoption, family conflict, and parent-child attachment issues. Sarah's Therapy Dog, Appa, joined her in June of 2022 to provide emotional support to children and adults during their counseling sessions when requested.
Sarah BruBaker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been providing therapy and support to clients since 2015. She has worked in clinical, community and school settings. She has specific experience working with children, teens and parents to address anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, self-harm, school-related issues, behavioral concerns, peer relationships, self-esteem, adoption, family conflict, and parent-child attachment issues. Sarah's Therapy Dog, Appa, joined her in June of 2022 to provide emotional support to children and adults during their counseling sessions when requested.
I specialize in working with children and adults of domestic and international adoption.
Therapy is an individualized process that requires trust to be established between therapist and client for the greatest amount of efficacy. If you are struggling with issues of stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, difficult transitions in your life, I would like to help you explore ways to manage these changes; to achieve a greater sense of balance, wholeness and integration in your life.
I specialize in working with children and adults of domestic and international adoption.
Therapy is an individualized process that requires trust to be established between therapist and client for the greatest amount of efficacy. If you are struggling with issues of stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, difficult transitions in your life, I would like to help you explore ways to manage these changes; to achieve a greater sense of balance, wholeness and integration in your life.
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.