Infertility therapists in Thurmont, Maryland MD
Infertility or Adoption
Amanda Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Adoption is not a one-time event for adoptees, adoptive parents, or birth mothers. It becomes a part of you, and sometimes we need help and guidance to integrate that part into our larger life journey. I love to work with individuals that are part of the adoption circle. I have completed Adoption Competency training through CASE, have worked in advocacy for older children adopted internationally, and am an adoptive mom myself. By looking at your unique situation through an attachment lens, I can help you feel more connected to yourself and those around you.
3 Years Experience
Infertility or Adoption
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Being a parent and having a child is a dream often taken for granted. Very few individuals plan for the numerous fertility difficulties that may interfere with one's path toward parenthood. Not only can infertility devastate one's dreams of giving birth, scientific studies indicate that the emotional and physical toll associated with infertility and its medical treatments are comparable with other serious medical conditions. Adoption is a beautiful alternative to childbirth and a viable path to parenthood. In fact, decisions to enter parenthood through adoption are often unmotivated by infertility. However, with the joy and excitement of adoption comes substantial lifestyle alterations, changes, and demands. At Washington Psychological Wellness, we aim to help you through this process. Whether you plan to conceive, are trying to conceive, going through IVF or a surrogate, have plans for adoption, or are just curious, we can help. Our clinicians provide an integrative and holistic mind-body approach to treatment focused on implementing self-efficacy, mastery, calmness, and inner peace. We will work with you to explore your many options and empower you to have the tools and skills necessary to prepare for whatever next steps you will be faced. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
10 Years Experience
Infertility or Adoption
Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD, BCB
As a health psychologist, my focus is to support you through your struggles with infertility using a mind and body approach. I have expertise in helping individuals and couples cope with their infertility issues.
10 Years Experience
Infertility or Adoption
South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
Are you navigating the emotional complexities of infertility or adoption? At South Psychology, we specialize in providing evidence-based mental health therapy and assessment services to guide you through these transformative journeys.
Our Approach:
Infertility Support: If you’re facing challenges related to infertility, our experienced therapists offer a safe space to express your feelings, cope with grief, and explore options. We understand the unique emotional strain and provide personalized care.
Adoption Counseling: Adopting a child involves joy, anticipation, and sometimes uncertainty. Our compassionate counselors assist adoptive parents, birth parents, and adoptees in navigating this profound experience.
Holistic Healing: Beyond therapy, we consider the impact on relationships, self-identity, and family dynamics. Our holistic approach aims to empower you during these life-altering transitions.
How We Can Help:
Individual and Family Therapy: We offer individual sessions for personal exploration and family therapy to strengthen bonds during adoption transitions.
Grief and Loss Support: Whether you’re grieving the loss of biological parenthood or navigating the complexities of adoption, we provide empathetic support.
Navigating Identity: Adoptees often grapple with questions of identity. Our therapists guide you toward self-discovery and acceptance.
6 Years Experience
Infertility or Adoption
Strides in Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PSY.D.
According to the National Women's Health Resource Center (NWHRC) approximately 6.1 million couples in the United States, or 10 percent of all couples of childbearing age, have difficulty conceiving. However, it still remains a topic that couples do not speak about easily. Therefore there is often an illusion that they are alone or ‘defective’ which is not true.
The course of infertility treatment can be highly variable. Some couples conceive immediately while others can take 1-2 years to achieve their goal. Research has shown that fertility increases when a woman’s stress decreases. Therefore, while going through tests and medical procedures, it is important to have outlets to express emotion and build concrete strategnies to cope with changes and challenges.
With infertility treatment there is also an increased chance of multiple births. While this doubles and triples the blessing it also increases the amount of planning and stress. The approach of ‘one-on-one’ parenting, that most of us experienced, is different to the parenting approach (called ‘zone defense’ by some parents) needed with multiples.
The choice to adopt comes about for many different reasons and can be expressed in a multitude of ways. Sometimes it is done formally through adoption agencies and the courts, and sometimes it is done between family members, legally or informally. Adoption crosses over many ethnic, cultural, religious, and socio-economic barriers. Adoption can happen at various ages for the parent and the child. Some families have both adoptive and biological children. Sometimes step-parents adopt their spouse’s children from a previous relationship. Adoptive siblings can be biologically related to each other or from different corners of the world.
23 Years Experience