Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker

How To Apply For Your Michigan Birth Information, Adoptee Workshop, Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 6:30 PM | Meetup **HOW TO APPLY FOR YOUR MICHIGAN BIRTH INFORMATION** **ADOPTEE WORKSHOP** This online workshop is designed for Michigan Adult Adoptees who are struggling to navigate the pr

Our free online workshop is tonight, hosted by Susan Christin.
If you are a Michigan adoptee who needs help applying for your information from the state, then this is the zoom meeting for you! 🥚 buff.ly/FQNNvQE

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New Blog Post: Thoughtful Holiday Gifts for Adoptees
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#adopteevoices #adoptioneducation #adoptiveparenting #adopteehealing #holidaygiftguide

We bought a tiny jar of strawberry grapefruit jam at a street market yesterday for $15. 😬 Your deal sounds better! 😄

Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society by Arline Geronimus - she does an incredible job of weaving personal examples with research.

Healing Over Hustling: Why I’m Not a Prolific Social Media Poster

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#mentalhealthmatters #adopteeprivacy #adopteerights #adopteetherapist

I'm attending Indivisible's event, “Solidarity in Action: Protect Immigrant Rights, Build Collective Power” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...

From a firsthand encounter: CO U.S. Senate candidate Brashad Hasley doesn’t support gender-affirming care for minors. He also doubles down on bias even when presented with facts. CO, please vote like trans & non-binary lives depend on it. Because they do. #ColoradoVotes #TransRightsAreHumanRights

Perfect timing, just starting to consider holiday gifts for my kiddo! Thanks for sharing, they’re going to be so excited to receive a personalized message! 💜

My latest for Erin in the Morning about USAF's alleged discrimination against a trans athlete.

I don't want this detail to be lost in the noise. This is where we are at as a society.

How Genetic Mirroring Shapes Identity Genetic mirroring gives adoptees and foster youth reflections of self. Without it, identity feels like a blank mirror, fueling confusion, loss, and a lifelong search for belonging.

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You are seen, valued and celebrated, today and every day. #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQRightsAreHumanRights

Yes, but they also agreed to a number of anti-trans provisions - why are we congratulating them for supporting some of our citizens and dehumanizing others? It’s shameful.

Check out my fall speaking schedule - I hope to see you (virtually or in person) at upcoming events! Really looking forward to some beautiful autumn leaves in MN, and maybe a trip to Nelson's for a massive ice cream cone!😋Learn more about registration @ GrowBeyondWords.com/events.#adoptioneducation

"You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you.

What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”

Rest in power, Dr. Jane Goodall

Montana has officially joined PSYPACT! I'm now able to support clients in 41 states + DC with counseling services specifically cultivated to meet adoptee needs! Visit my website at GrowBeyondWords.com to learn more. #psychologist #adopteetherapist #adoptionsupport #psypact

As the school year approaches and many adoptees are heading off to college, a job, or a new apartment for the first time, the role of parenting changes. Check out my new blog post, "When Parenting Shifts: Navigating the Teen & Young Adult Years with Your Adoptee." growbeyondwords.com/2025/08/when...

Beyond Words turns 13 today. What began as a small practice is now a space offering adoptee-centered tools, support & real talk around identity + adoption. If this work has helped you, consider buying an on-demand course to keep it going. growbeyondwords.com/on-demand-ad...
#AdopteeSky #Adoption

If Josh Johnson doesn’t work out as the next Daily Show host, I think Kyle Clark should throw his hat in the ring!

Waymakers Virtual Mileage Challenge The Waymakers Virtual Mileage Challenge is on Monday September 1, 2025 to Tuesday September 30, 2025.

Join me to support The Young Center for an incredible cause in September! runsignup.com/Race/IL/Chic...
#BeAWaymaker

As Trump closes LGBTQ+ hotline, here’s where you can still find help As of Thursday, July 17, a federal program that provides emergency crisis support to LGBTQ+ youth at risk of suicide will be shut down.

As Trump closes LGBTQ+ suicide prevention hotline, here’s where you can still find help

Major autism study uncovers biologically distinct subtypes, paving the way for precision diagnosis and care The research is a transformative step toward understanding the condition's genetic underpinnings and potential for personalized care.

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My understanding is that the original is the best version to have. Definitely share your concerns about letting go of any original documents even temporarily under this administration. 💜

Fear, frustration as a Minnesotan adoptee tries to prove her citizenship A Minnesota woman, adopted as a baby, wanted to make sure she had citizenship papers. That started a domino effect that now has her on a mission to share what she's learned with others.

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“Freedom and justice cannot be parceled out in pieces to suit political convenience. I don't believe you can stand for freedom for one group of people and deny it to others.” -Coretta Scott King

#FourthofJuly

Here are some of my favorite books to honor LGBTQIA2+ PRIDE month and the incredible people who hold these identities every day! CHILDREN'S BOOKS Prince & Knight by Daniel Haack (Also, Maiden & Princess!) My Shadow Is Purple by Scott Stuart (Also, My Shadow is Pink!) Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag by Rob Sanders Jacob's Room to Choose by Sarah & Ian Hoffman (plus the whole Jacob series!) YOUNG ADULT BOOKS Jamie by L.D. Lapinski Too Bright To See by Kyle Lukoff Different Kinds of Fruit by Kyle Lukoff A Queer History of the United States for Young People by Michael Bronski The Every Body Book: The LGBTQ+ Inclusive Guide for Kids about Sex, Gender, Bodies, and Families by Rachel Simon Queer Heroes: Meet 53 LGBTQ Heroes From Past and Present! by Arabelle Sicardi ADULT BOOKS Before We Were Trans: A New History of Gender by Dr. Kit Heyam A Queer History of the United States by Michael Bronski #Pride2025 #LGBTQBooks #TransPride #BookRecs #BookSky

Here are some of my favorite books to honor LGBTQIA2+ PRIDE month and the incredible people who hold these identities every day!

#Pride2025 #LGBTQBooks #TransPride #BookRecs #BookSky

New Blog Post: Nice Doesn’t Always Mean Safe: Why Adoptees Need More Than Kindness to Thrive

Are you surrounding yourself with people who are nice—or people who are safe?

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#adoptioneducation #socialemotionallearning #relationshipsafety #systemicoppression

Chalk drawings of a crown crossed out and the words “NO KINGS” next to it on a home driveway.

#NoKings today or any day, because the marginalized voices of this country have always been the most powerful contributors.

This Pride month check out our selection of LGBTQ+ books and books by LGBTQ+ authors in our online store, to support we are authors, radical publishing, and our historical research this Pride month: shop.workingclasshistory.com/collections/...

A reminder when you feel overwhelmed by the needs of the world. #socialjustice #activism #realisticexpectations #compassionfatigue