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Wards of the StateHosted by Karlos Dillard author, speaker, and outspoken foster care advocate this powerful podcast pulls back the curtain on the hidden realities of the foster care and adoption systems. Each week, Karlos sits down with former foster youth and... Author: Dillard Management LLC Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep: 87 "Jeanette"
Thursday, 20 November, 2025
In this episode of the podcast, Karlos Dillard speaks with Jeanette Yoffe, a psychotherapist and advocate in the field of foster care and adoption. Jeanette shares her personal journey through the foster care system, her experiences with adoption, and the complexities of identity and attachment. They discuss the historical context of adoption, the impact of mental health on family dynamics, and the importance of therapeutic parenting. Jeanette emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion for those who have experienced trauma, and she offers valuable advice for youth navigating similar challenges.Watch the Video Podcast! If you would like to be on the show, please fill out the form here www.JeanetteYoffe.comYouTube Channel: Jeanette-ically Speaking About Foster Care Adoption and Mental HealthIf you are experiencing a mental health crisis/emergency, please contact the 24 hour-7 day a week, crisis line: LA COUNTY ACCESS at 1-800-854-7771NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKS: What is Adoption? for KidsWhat is Foster Care? For Kids
