The Importance of Play — At Any Age

By Katie Gorczyca, MA, Expressive Therapist | May 30, 2014

Our society has a tendency to reject play for adults: adulthood is about being serious. But play is just as important for adults as it is for children.

Did You Know? Statistics on Adoption

By Katie Gorczyca, MA, Expressive Therapist | May 6, 2014

At BPAR, we understand that there are misconceptions about adoption and foster care. We’ve researched some statistics to help others gain a better …

5 Ways to Deal With Stress

By Katie Gorczyca, MA, Expressive Therapist | March 13, 2014

When stress becomes overwhelming and unmanageable, here are five simple and effective things to do to alleviate stress …

The “REAL” Issue

By Katie Gorczyca, MA, Expressive Therapist | December 9, 2013

“Who are your real parents?” “Do you have real siblings?” If you have any adopted children or adults in your life, or if you yourself are adopted …