From Struggles to Superpowers: Supporting Seven Core Needs in Fosterees and Adoptees
Virtual WebinarDescription: Seven core issues are often perceived as barriers to fosterees' and adoptees' abilities to be healthy and successful. But what if we viewed these issues – loss, rejection, guilt/shame, grief, identity, intimacy, and control – on a spectrum that ranges from struggle to strength? Join Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker as she guides you into the…
Private Event: Second Star to the Right Books Live Reading: Marie Discovers Her Superpowers by Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker
Second Star to the Right Books 1455 S Pearl St, Denver, CO, United StatesIn a private event for Adoption Options staff members and adoptive families, Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker will share a live reading of "Marie Discovers Her Superpowers," the first book in the "Adoptees Like Me" series for elementary readers, at Second Star to the Right Books in Denver, Colorado!
Virtual Pajama Party Reading with the Author: Casey Conquers Bedtime by Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker
Virtual Author EventREGISTRATION CLOSED. Join Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker for a free, live, virtual, pajama-party reading of the second book in her "Adoptees Like Me" series, "Casey Conquers Bedtime!" Book Description: Casey doesn’t like bedtime. His parents introduce him to Dr. Chaitra, a transracial adoptee just like Casey, who explains how going to sleep and even waking up…
Virtual Adoptee Group – Wishes & What Ifs
Virtual GroupENROLLMENT CLOSED FOR 2023 Group discussion focuses on “Wishes and What Ifs” – Explore your curiosities, wishes, hopes and all of the big “what ifs” around your adoption experience. Join a series of virtual discussion groups for adult adoptees, with monthly themes based on the chapters of The Adoptee Self-Reflection Journal authored by Dr. Chaitra…
2023 African Caribbean Heritage Camp
YMCA Estes Park CenterDr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker will be presenting "From Struggles to Superpowers: Reframing the Seven Core Issues in Adoption" during two parent breakout sessions and sharing a live reading of "Marie Discovers Her Superpowers," the first book in the Adoptees Like Me series for elementary readers at African Caribbean Camp in Estes Park. Visit Heritage Camps For…
2023 Domestic Adoption Camp
YMCA Estes Park CenterDr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker will be presenting "From Struggles to Superpowers: Reframing the Seven Core Issues in Adoption" as a parent keynote and sharing live readings of "Marie Discovers Her Superpowers," the first book in the Adoptees Like Me series for elementary readers at Domestic Adoption Camp in Estes Park. Visit Heritage Camps For Adoptive Families…
2023 NACAC Conference Exhibitor
2023 NACAC Adoption and Foster Care ConferenceDr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker will be an exhibitor at NACAC's annual conference, offering a booth with several free resources and the following books available for purchase: Adoptees Like Me: Marie Discovers Her Superpowers Adoptees Like Me: Casey Conquers Bedtime The Adoptee Self-Reflection Journal The Adoptive Parent Self-Reflection Journal Visit NACAC's website for more information at NACAC…
Radio Interview: After the Kids Move In
Adoption & Foster Family Coalition of New YorkJoin a live radio broadcast interview with Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker hosted by the Adoption & Foster Family Coalition of New York, where we'll be discussing the Hierarchy of Racial and Cultural Needs for Transracially Adopted Youth.
Talking About the Tough Stuff: Intersectionally Inclusive Conversations
A Village for OnePRIVATE TRAINING FOR A VILLAGE FOR ONE. Race. Gender. Sexual orientation. Neurodiversity. Body Size. Socioeconomic status. Religion. AND SO MUCH MORE! How can we talk about the "tough stuff" with our clients, when so many of us are still trying to figure out how to navigate those conversations within the workspace? Join Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker…
(Postponed)Virtual Author Reading: Marie Discovers Her Superpowers + Parenting Tips
Virtual WebinarNOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO THE UNFORTUNATE TIMING OF BRONCHITIS :( The whole family is invited to join this virtual event with Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker! Kids, get ready for a delightful live reading of "Marie Discovers Her Superpowers," the first book in the "Adoptees Like Me" series, and parents, stay tuned after…
Holiday Hangover Hangout (Clients Only Event)
Virtual GroupAfter the holiday season, many of us may find ourselves experiencing an emotional hangover. Whether you spent the holidays with family, friends, or on your own, the journey can be complex. Join Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker in a safe, nurturing, adoptees-only space where we can come together to share, vent, and validate our unique experiences. $25…
Adoption Unfiltered: Denver Release Party
Arvada Library 7525 W 57th Ave, Arvada, CO, United StatesJoin me as we celebrate the book launch of "Adoption Unfiltered" authored by adoptee Sara Easterly, birth parent Kelsey Vander Vliet Ranyard, and adoptive parent Lori Holden! I'll be attending the wonderful reading and panel discussion, then hosting a table with my own resources and books from the "Adoptees Like Me" series!