BALTIMORE CITY, MD FAMILIES: In-Person Drop-In Support Group for Transracial Adoptive Parents or Guardianship
Join us in Baltimore City for an in-person, drop-in support group where transracial adoptive parents and guardian caregivers of children (or adults) of all ages can share their experiences about parenting children of a different race.
WHEN: 3rd Tuesday of the Month from 6:30 - 7:30 PM (EST)
WHERE: C.A.S.E. Baltimore City Office located at the KinCare Center 2923 East Biddle St.; Baltimore, MD 21213
COST: FREE
1. BALTIMORE CITY, MD FAMILIES: In-Person Drop-In Support Group for Transracial Adoptive Parents or Guardianship
Join us in Baltimore City for an in-person, drop-in support group where transracial adoptive parents and guardian caregivers of children (or adults) of all ages can share their experiences about parenting children of a different race, while fostering a sense of community. This is a FREE support group, thanks to funding by MDPPS.
ABOUT THE FACILIATOR:
Shannon Wilson, LCPC, MEd earned a Master of Education in Counseling and Development from George Mason University and a post-master’s certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University. Fun fact – her undergraduate studies and first career were in engineering. Shannon enjoys her work now in the mental health field and is living a purpose-driven life. Shannon is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey. Shannon is also a Board Approved Supervisor in Maryland and a Certified Nature Informed Therapist. As both an engineer and a helping professional, Shannon’s professional experience includes working in clinical and corporate settings. She enjoys optimizing operations in the areas of personnel management, organizational strategy, and process improvement, while honoring the heartbeat of any organization, its people. Shannon chose to work for C.A.S.E. due to alignment with its mission and culture. She is hopeful that her previous experience in mental health as both a therapist and a practice director will support C.A.S.E.’s ever growing clinical team to further the organization’s impact.