Post-adoption support when you need it
Our post-adoption services
Adoption can present unique challenges, even long after the adoption has been finalized. Whether you're an adoptee, birth parent, or adoptive parent, we're here for you - providing expert support built on decades of experience in the field of adoption.
Navigating open adoption relationships
Most birth parents and adoptive families have direct, ongoing connection. We can help as your relationships change and grow.
Searching for your birth family
Are you looking for information or hoping to find your birth family? Whether you were adopted in the U.S. or internationally, we may be able to help you find your adoption records or connect with your birth family.
Consulting, coaching, and counseling
When challenges arise, we can assess your needs and provide recommendations for support and services.
ADOPTS
Available at select locations, ADOPTS is a specialized, trauma-focused counseling program. You and your child can begin to understand his or her past traumatic events and learn how to thrive as a new family.
Supporting you after adoption
Adoption is not a one-time event. It's an evolving and ongoing experience. No matter how you've experienced adoption, you deserve resources that support you. Whether you're an adopted person, birth parent, or adoptive parent, we're here for you.
If you're encountering challenges related to adoption, please don't hesitate to reach out. The areas we often help people with include:
- Openness in adoption
- Trust and attachment
- Identity and the various life stages of adoption
- Family dynamics and adoption adjustment
- Trauma, abuse, and neglect
- Challenging behavior
Every post-adoption experience is an ongoing journey. Bethany is here to navigate the journey with you.

The Post-Adoption Contact Center
Regardless of whether you're a Bethany client, we welcome any birth family member, adoptee, or adoptive family member to receive a free, initial consultation.
We'll help you navigate any unique adoption-related needs you face. Through phone or email, you'll receive one-on-one support to develop a plan designed to help you thrive.
"We just wanted to say how much Bethany’s post adoption services have meant to our family. Over the past several months, our worker has become such a vital part of our 'team.' Parenting a child with a trauma background is never easy, but Bethany's staff stayed right alongside us and helped us navigate through our most trying times. Thank you."
"When we moved last year, we had difficulty finding post adoption services until we connected with Bethany. They helped connect us to a list of providers within days. What a great resource! I wish we had known about it sooner!"
Explore family education webinars
Regardless of a child’s age or stage, caring for children is a tough job. We offer a variety of family training opportunities to help you learn and succeed as parents. While many of our educational courses are designed for adoptive families and foster families, several topics provide a broader perspective of parenting through difficult behaviors and situations. All trainings are presented by experienced professionals from a wide array of therapeutic and social service backgrounds.
Resources you can rely on
You deserve information you can trust. Explore our collection of articles and blogs designed to help you and your family thrive.
Talking to your kids about their adoption
Learn when to talk to your children about adoption and how to navigate tricky questions.
What I learned as a transracially adoptive parent
You can meet the challenges that come with transracial adoption. Seek advice from others, keep learning, and keep talking with your children about race.
Find your Bethany
Contact your local Bethany to find post-adoption support in your area.
Explore Bethany Magazine
Bethany Magazine often features inspiring stories of families navigating the ongoing adoption journey.
Find support at the Post-Adoption Contact Center
We're ready to provide support and information to anyone impacted by adoption, whether you worked with Bethany or another organization.