One of the most commonly spoken about issues amongst intercountry adoptees, is finding a therapist who understands our journey. Here we provide a list of professionally qualified intercountry adoptees, who run their own practice and offer services to intercountry adoptees and their families.
Intercountry adoptee therapists:
Julie Colbert (based in Brisbane, QLD; Masters in Guidance & Counselling)
Tara Davis (based in TAS; Registered Psychologist, Mental Health Counsellor)
Anna Kopeikin (based in Stones Corner, QLD; Bachelor in Counselling)
Min Mednis (based in SA; Masters in Social Work, Counsellor)
Leah Hamilton (based in QLD; Art therapist, Counsellor)
Sunila Peterson (based in Mount Lawley, WA; Registered Psychologist, Counsellor)
Carly Reid (based in WA; Registered Psychologist, Counsellor)
Other qualified adoptee therapists from a domestic adoption background:
Gioia Piscioneri (based in TAS, practicing Somatherapy)
Adoptive Parents who are also therapists:
Deborah Vertessy (based in VIC Peninsula region)