Offered by Edye Swidler, LMFT
I provide consultation and training to teachers, parents, mental health and child welfare professionals on topics ranging from parenting children who have experienced trauma and attachment challenges, divorce, adoption specific issues and parenting children and teens with emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges.
As a trainer, I have been honored to train at national adoption conferences, community agencies and schools. In addition I have developed training curriculums for parents and organizations on adoption related topics.
If you are interested in having me provide training for your organization for family please complete the contact form below.
Upcoming Groups

New group starts August 20, 2025.
This group is designed for adoptees 9th-12th grade. Join other adoptees in a safe, judgement free space where you can connect with others who truly get it.
Certified Trainer for Training For Adoption Competency (TAC)
I have been trained to facilitate TAC, a 72 hour curriculum designed to train mental health and child welfare professionals provide adoption competent clinical services to adopted individuals and their families, and birth family members. In addition I provide regular consultation for TAC sites throughout the United States
For more information about this training, contact Wayfinder Family Services or the Center for Adoption Support and Education.
Contact Edye about Group Training
