Virtual Support Group for Parents of Teens
The Virtual Support Group for Parents of Teens is for adoptive and foster parents of teenagers looking to make connections and build a network of support with other parents in a similar stage of life. This six-week support group begins on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 and will meet each Tuesday through October 20, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 PM (EST).
WHEN: The group will meet each Tuesday from September 15 - October 20, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 PM (EST). *This is a drop-in support group-attendance at every session is not required.
WHERE: Zoom
COST: FREE!
Virtual Support Group for Parents of Teens
The Virtual Support Group for Parents of Teens is for adoptive and foster parents of teenagers looking to make connections and build a network of support with other parents in a similar stage of life. This six-week support group begins on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 and will meet each Tuesday through October 20, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 PM(EST). *Please note - certificates of attendance will not be provided.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:
Mari J. Itzkowitz, LCSW has over 20 years’ experience working in the areas of loss, healing, trauma and adoption. Ms. Itzkowitz graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Science in Education and received her Master of Social Work from The Catholic University of America. Ms. Itzkowitz is an Adoption Competent Therapist and Training Specialist at the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) in Annandale, VA.
Ms. Itzkowitz provides clinical services to families who have adopted through foster care or internationally and works closely with individual counties to provide pre-adoption services working with foster children and families as they move toward finalization. In addition, she provides individual, family and group therapy to adopted children, families, and adult adoptees. Ms. Itzkowitz is a Certified TAC trainer and has provided “Train the Trainer” programs throughout the country.
Ms. Itzkowitz has been providing Consultation Supervision both at C.A.S.E. and privately for the last 15 years. Her specialty as a clinical social worker prior to joining C.A.S.E. included hospice patients and families as they face end-of-life issues, as well as bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one. She has also worked with clients who are experiencing transitional loss and role adjustment, corporate downsizing, and career changes.
