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Originally Posted by Wyrman332
As for the question if there are support groups... I can't find 'em. I cannot find any type of adoptee support or counseling, it's all for birth mother. So amidst all my abandonment issues, I'm having to face yet another one with absolutely NO support. UGH I hate who I am.
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Hi, Craig...
I noticed from another thread that you live in San Jose, CA. So I've been trying to track down an adoptee support group for you. There is an organization that may be able to help you there in San Jose. It's called
Search-Finders of California.
This is the blurb from their homepage:
"Search-Finders of California, Inc. is a non-profit, volunteer search and support organization comprised of adult adoptees, birth parents, adoptive parents and others searching for relatives or lost loved ones. Our purpose is to assist in searches and/or reunions and provide continuous, ongoing support. A safe environment is available in which to share the wide range of emotions involved in the search and reunion. The opportunity is offered for anyone involved to share his or her experiences with other in the group.
They hold regular group monthly meetings (open to everyone) on the 2nd Thursday of the each month at 7:00 p.m. The meeting currently takes place at: Pro Image Photography Studio, 1856 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124 (next to Arby's). You can reach them at (408) 356-6711 or visit their website at
Search-Finders of California.
Another option would be to call the
Santa Clara County Social Services Agency, Department of Family and Children's Services at (408) 975-5119. Ask to speak to someone who handles Post-Adoption Services. They can refer you to therapists who have experience with adoption issues, as well as support groups. Also, if you were relinquished through Santa Clara County, they provide counseling services for adult adoptees. Their address is 333 West Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110. Their website is
Santa Clara County Department of Family & Children's Services. (Click on the Post Adoption link on the left side of the page for details.)
I hope this helps you in finding some support close to home. Hang in there, kiddo!
