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Episode Summary: In this episode of Affirming Minds, we explore foster care and adoption through an attachment-informed lens, focusing on how separation-related grief and loss are often minimized or left unacknowledged. We discuss how separations across infancy, childhood, and adolescence can shape emotional regulation, trust, and behavior—and how clinicians and caregivers can respond with greater accuracy and compassion.

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About Our Guest: Jeanette Yoffe, M.A., M.F.T., is a nationally recognized clinician and educator with over 20 years of experience specializing in foster care, adoption, and attachment-informed treatment. She is the Founder of Celia Center, Clinical Director of Yoffe Therapy, and the author of The Traumatized & At-Risk Youth Toolbox.

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Helpful Links & Resources:

Website:
www.JeanetteYoffe.com

The Traumatized & At-Risk Youth Toolbox:
https://www.pesi.com/item/the-traumatized-atrisk-youth-toolbox-150079

Children’s Books:
https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B07V9L93XF

Psychology Today – The Inner Life of Foster Care:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-inner-life-of-foster-care

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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Jeanette-icallySpeaking

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/JeanetteYoffe

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanetteyoffe/

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Conflict of Interest Disclosures:

The host, Shaina Siber-Sanderowitz, LCSW, is the Founder of Affirm Mental Health, an accredited CE provider. She receives financial compensation from Affirm Mental Health for the development and delivery of continuing education content. The guest featured in this episode, Jeanette Yoffe, M.A., M.F.T., is the author of The Traumatized & At-Risk Youth Toolbox, which is referenced throughout the episode as a clinical resource. Jeanette Yoffe receives royalties from the sale of this book. No other financial conflicts of interest were reported.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for clinical training or treatment. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please reach out to a licensed professional.

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