For Clinicians and Educators

Spence-Chapin offers seminars to help social work and education professionals better understand the diverse adoption experiences of today’s families.

For Teachers and School Staff

Spence-Chapin social workers are available to present workshop in school settings for professional staff on adoption related topics such as:

• Structuring family-focused assignments in a way that is inclusive
• Learning language to portray adoption positively
• Answering children’s questions about adoption in a sensitive manner

For Clinicians

Spence-Chapin staff is available to provide training to clinicians and practitioners individually and in agency settings. Topics include:

• Clinical issues in adoption and effective therapeutic interventions
• Effective post-adoption support for families
• Impact of institutionalization on development

Individual clinical supervision on specific cases is also available.