"Adoptees Like Me" Books

Where adoptee empowerment meets emotional support.

Have you ever wondered what therapy for adoptees looks like? Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker is a psychologist, international and transracial adoptee of color, and adoptive parent who wishes that every single adopted person in the world could visit her therapy office and talk with her about what it’s like to be an adoptee, but because that’s not possible, she decided to invite everyone into her therapy room by creating the “Adoptees Like Me” illustrated book series for early elementary readers. In each story, learn what it's like to be in therapy with a professional who understands how it feels to be adopted, and gain insights and tools that the child and caregivers can take into their daily lives. The diverse characters, family situations, and topics in the series give every young adoptee a chance to see themselves represented, find their voice, and feel empowered.