RAD Parent Support
Online Counseling - Help is Only a Click Away
TN State LMFT License #571
After working with families directly for over 25 years, I am excited that the Internet allows me to reach individuals and families across the world that I might never have otherwise met.
I greatly enjoy helping others overcome life hurdles. I hope I can do that for you.
Alaska
Melissa Jessup
Raven Respite
AmeriCorps* VISTA Member
Respite Developer
A Project of AABA
Office (907) 376-0506
Parent Support Line (907) 373-6937
California
California Central Coast
Attachment Disorder Support Group
805-689-1104
Our support group meet every 2-3 months.
We also plan workshops for parents and kids,
with our main goal being to support parents in need.
Providing Respite Care for Teenage Girls in Grass Valley, CA
Contact: Cheryl Patterson
Experience with Failing Adoptions, ADD, ADHD, and PTSD.
(We have been available for care since 1989)
Heal the Hearts Attachment Disorder Support Group
Meets on the 2nd Sat of each month in Arcadia, CA
For more information: call Terri at 951-315-3568
Colorado
Evergreen Consultants In Human Behavior
Evergreen Consultants in Human Behavior, was founded by Foster Cline, M.D. in 1971. Evergreen Consultants remains on the cutting edge of developing and refining therapeutic and parenting methods for attachment and bonding. EC is internationally recognized in attachment therapy utilizing an intensive treatment model. This treatment approach has been featured on national television (e.g. 20/20, Dateline NBC, The Reporters) and in professional publications.
Kansas
Kansas ATTACh
#116
8918 W. 21st Street North, Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67205
Providing parent support, community education and advocacy throughout Kansas.
Kim Cross LSCSW
Michigan
Parenting “Attachment Challenged” Children will meet on the 1st Thursday of the month.
The group sponsored by Adoptive Family Support Network meets from 6:30 – 8:30pm beginning on October 5th at Christ Lutheran Church (44th & Byron Center, Wyoming, Michigan). Child Care available. The cost (for 10 sessions) is $20 per adult and $10 for the first child $5 for each additional child. Pre-Registration is required at 616-458-7945.
The BUMP program at Eagle Village is family-focused, child-centered, and is designed to serve adoptive families. This program aims to stabilize family dynamics to prevent the need for future out-of-home placements. The average length of care for this program is 90 days.
A West Michigan area adoptive family (former foster family) is offering their home
to any RAD families who might be in need of a short break from their child.
This family has MUCH experience living and working with children with
Reactive Attachment Disorder. Please email Suzanne for more information.
Missouri
Chrysalis Center for Family Development
4218 Roanoke
Suite 220
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 960-7111
Dr. Sally Popper; Mary S. Stevenson, M.A., LPC; Kelly Miesse, MA.,CIT; Eileen Duggan, M.D. email for more information: spopper@sbcglobal.net
New Mexico
Villa Santa Maria is a residential community specializing in the clinical treatment
of children and families of children who are suffering from attachment disorders.
Ohio
New RAD Support Group forming in Minford, Ohio. Children are welcome to attend.
"RAD Support Group Information" in the subject line.
Oregon
Oregon/SW Washington
Meets 2nd Saturday of the month
This list is for adoptive parents whose children are currently experiencing
attachment and/or trauma issues related to adoption. We support and educate one
another as we strive to provide the best resources for our children.
Tennessee
East Tennessee Family Support Group is service oriented support group. Sponsored by Harmony Adoptions, Parent Rescue, and Omni Visions, the group will provide peer group support, recreation, and education for family members of all ages. Topics of discussion might include building respite networks, understanding the CPS process, special education issues, attachment disorders, parenting to address fetal alcohol syndrome, adoption assistance, etc.
Our members provide meaningful and practical services to one another and those in the community. The group’s primary goal is to form a bridge that covers the gaps between the needs of the community and offerings in the current system.
Through mutual support we hope to eliminate the family breakdown that occurs by finding creative ways to provide assistance to parents. The group is not limited to any specific diagnosis or type of parent, as the need for support reaches beyond the boundaries outlined in a clinical or legal setting.
This group is a place where your needs are looked at, listened to, and addressed in a practical way.
Support Group Schedule for 2007
This support group meets once per month at:
Crossroads Christian Church
1300 Suncrest Drive
Gray, TN
Meetings are from 6-8 pm. Childcare and Dinner are provided.
Please RSVP to Mary Eva Merrell at: 865-643-0109
December 13
Topic: Family Bonding and Christmas Party
Wisconsin
Respite Provider for RAD families in need.
References Available!
