Posts by Guest Writer
Adoption, Addiction, and Recovery — A Poem
At BPAR, our clinicians understand the connection between adoption and addiction. We are proud to highlight this piece written by an adoptee who has found their way into ongoing recovery from addiction.
Read More“the Me you See” – Using Performance Art to Share a Personal Adoption Experience
Composer and percussionist Maria Finkelmeier will premiere her performance art “the Me you See” as part of the New Gallery Concert Series’ Adopt and Adapt concert. Maria reflects on the value of therapy and performance art in connecting to her personal story.
Read MoreThrough Every Season — Parenting with Melodies
For adoptive parent and songwriter Lissa, memories, stories, and emotions get woven into melodies as she navigates parenting a child with a history of trauma. Learn how she uses songwriting for both communicating and healing.
Read MoreAdoption Competent Therapy
Therapists trained in adoption competency address the specific needs of adoptive families. A guest writer discusses adoption competent therapy as a way to promote a positive self-image and sense of security in children as part of a strong family.
Read MoreThe Many Identities of Me: Coming to Terms with My Identity as a Transracial Adoptee
“To the world I am a 5-foot Chinese girl, but the world does not see the many identities swirling around in my head as a transracial adoptee.” Guest writer Marisa shares how diversity in college gave her the space to comfortably explore her Chinese identity at her own pace — a liberating experience.
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