Infertility and Donor-Conceived Families
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples facing the challenges of infertility, offering compassionate guidance and therapeutic tools to help navigate this deeply personal journey. Whether you’re exploring or have decided to use donor gametes to build your family, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to process emotions, address concerns, and make informed decisions. Together, we’ll work to honor your unique experience while fostering resilience and hope for the future.
Areas of Focus:
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Navigating the decision to use donor gametes: Exploring whether this path aligns with your values, goals, and emotional readiness.
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Processing grief and a sense of loss: Addressing the complex emotions surrounding the inability to conceive biologically and finding ways to honor these feelings.
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Understanding the relationship to the donor: Clarifying expectations, boundaries, and the role of the donor in your family narrative.
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Implications for the donor-conceived child: Exploring how to approach disclosure, build openness, and support a healthy sense of identity in the child.
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Impact on relationships: Examining how donor conception affects relationships within the family unit, including between parents, siblings, and extended family.
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Creating a meaningful family story: Helping you craft a narrative that reflects love, intention, and respect for your family’s unique journey.

