Finding a Therapist
from the CUB Communicator 2025 Winter Edition
Since CUB is often asked how to locate an adoption-competent therapist, we have listed four of the largest therapist databases below. This information is provided as a resource and does not represent an endorsement of any individual practitioner.
When searching for a qualified professional, we recommend seeking a licensed mental health practitioner. Common credentials include: PhD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or MA.
After reviewing a therapist’s credentials, areas of expertise, and years of experience, consider requesting a brief introductory interview to assess whether they are a good fit.
Questions for the Therapist Interview
We also get asked what questions would be helpful when interviewing a therapist. Here’s our top 5 suggestions:
What percentage of your caseload is impacted by adoption?
What specific trainings have you completed to become adoption-competent?
What is your understanding of grief and loss in adoption?
Are you familiar with the terms “the primal wound” and “coming out of the F.O.G.” and what do they mean to you?
How does Attachment Theory inform your work with those impacted by adoption?
Healing from adoption is a process. We’re in this together.