Adoption has lifelong impacts and for an adoptee that can mean working through and coming to terms with emotional and often traumatic experiences. This page offers understanding, support and resources to help navigate the complexities of adoption in order to support adoptees' mental health and wellbeing.

Please note this page provides guidance only. If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.

If you are in crisis, get help now.

 

Information and guidance

 

Adoption UK's therapy service

The Psychology and Therapy Hub (PATH) team deliver a range of psychological therapies for adults looking for support with issues such as loss, identity and managing relationships. Please note that we currently can't provide funding for these services except for those who live in Wales and were adopted before 1976.

 PATH services for adult adoptees

 

Personal stories