E06: Part 2: Adoption Do's and Don'ts from the Adoptee Perspective with Katie Wynen
This week Dr. Laura Anderson brings back Katie Wynen, MSW, a transracial, international Colombian adoptee with a Masters in Social Work, to continue last episode's conversation. Katie has worked with members of the adoption triad since 2006. She works with families who are looking to adopt, providing education and preparation locally and nationally for families.
This episode jumps right back in where we left off with Katie sharing her do's and don'ts with actionable tips for adoptive parents. In raising an adoptive child, there is always room for improvement to give your child the tools they need. Katie helps make the process easier and straightforward for all parties involved.
What You Will Learn:
Methods for responding to intrusive questions that WILL happen for adoptive families
What parents can say and do differently to raise culturally identified children
Why adoptee-centered organizations like PACT are so important for adoptees and their families.
Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-wynen-msw-0747b545/
PACT Adoption Alliance - resources for families raising adopted children of color
https://www.pactadopt.org/app/servlet/HomePage
WISE Up Workbook for adoptees to practice agency when others ask them about adoption
https://store.adoptionsupport.org/product/WISE-PB/wise-up-powerbook
Honestly Adoption - On-line support for adoptive parents
Common Chord Psychology Services Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/drlsanderson
Dr. Laura Anderson's website
