Community Conversations

Monthly Therapist-led Educational Conversations

Hiraeth Hope & Healing Community Conversations are free, monthly discussions led by licensed mental health professionals.

Held on the last Wednesday of each month, 7-8:30 pm ET, these conversations explore topics relevant to adults with lived experience in adoption, donor conception, unexpected DNA discoveries, family separation, identity disruption, and origin loss.

Conversation topics may include:

• Identity and origin loss

• Finding trauma-aware support

• Attachment, relationships, and healthy boundaries

• Emotional regulation and self-compassion

• Ambiguous loss, grief, and mourning

• Family secrets, shame, and identity disruption

• Search, reunion, rejection, and changing relationships

• Intimacy, sexuality, and trauma responses

• Holidays, family gatherings, and belonging

Each gathering offers compassionate education, practical tools, thoughtful discussion, and an opportunity to ask questions.

What to Expect

• A live virtual conversation led by a licensed therapist

• Trauma-aware education and practical information

• Time for discussion and questions

• Optional participation

• A welcoming, nonjudgmental environment

Community Conversations are educational and are not a substitute for individual therapy, crisis services, or medical care.

When available, recordings may be offered following the live conversation. Availability varies by event and presenter.

Community Conversations Replays

Missed a live Community Conversation? When available, explore Community Conversations Replays, featuring recordings of previous discussions, related Learning Center articles, and additional resources that support continued learning.

Live attendees receive complimentary 72-hour replay access following the live event, when available.

After the complimentary replay period ends, or for those unable to attend live, select Community Conversations Replays may be available for purchase, currently $12.99 per conversation.

Eligible Helping Hands monthly donors receive complimentary replayaccess through select membership levels.

Replay availability and access options vary by event and presenter.

Continue Learning

Explore these topics before or after the conversation with related Learning Center articles.

• Finding the Right Therapist: Choosing Trauma-Aware Support

• Talking About Suicidal Ideation, Hopelessness & Finding Support

• Understanding Hypersexuality, Intimacy & Trauma Responses

• Navigating Holidays, Family Gatherings & Triggers

• Family Secrets, Shame & Identity Disruption

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Continue Your Connection

Community Conversations are just one way to learn, connect, and spend time in community with HH&H.

Join Peer Support • Find a Community Meetup • Explore Workshops • View Upcoming Events & Gatherings

Explore what feels right for you, whenever you're ready.

Are You a Therapist?

Are you a licensed mental health professional with expertise in topics relevant to adults with lived experience in adoption, donor conception, unexpected DNA discoveries, family separation, identity disruption, or origin loss?

We're always interested in connecting with trauma-aware professionals who are passionate about education and community. If you're interested in leading a future Community Conversation, we'd love to hear from you.

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