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   Nina Anderson, LCSW    

            Founder

     

 

 

 

Welcome to Adoption Collective, where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional specialized services for everyone involved in the adoption journey. Led by Nina Anderson, LCSW, we offer counseling, education, and consultation services tailored to meet the unique needs of pre-adoptive and adoptive parents, expectant/birth parents, and adoptees. Nina's commitment to personalized support also ensures that each individual receives the guidance necessary to foster meaningful post-adoption relationships and navigate the complexities of search and reunion

As a registered Adoption Service Provider for the State of California, Nina can assist with Independent Adoptions, including third-parent adoptions. She also serves as an investigator for Stepparent Adoptions, preparing your report for court.

 

Nina offers her services across the entire state of California. For therapy, Nina is licensed in California and Arizona.

Adoption Collective believes in partnerships with other ethical and competent adoption service providers. Working collaboratively with such agencies, therapists, and attorneys, as well as providing appropriate referrals when needed, will best support your goals and needs. 

Nina is dedicated to supporting clients in navigating the complex journeys of infertility, assisted reproductive technology, and surrogacy. With a compassionate approach, she provides guidance and resources tailored to each individual's needs. Her expertise ensures that clients feel informed and empowered every step of the way. Trust Nina to be your ally in achieving your family-building dreams. 

At Adoption Collective, we firmly believe in the power of collaboration. By partnering with ethical and competent adoption service professionals, therapists, and attorneys, we ensure that your goals and needs are fully supported. This commitment means that you can expect comprehensive guidance and appropriate referrals throughout your adoption journey. 

Meet Nina Anderson, LCSW
Founder of Adoption Collective

I have designed a practice that recognizes  diverse paths to family. Because I believe each journey is unique, I respect what you have experienced and will help you discover and reach your goals. This mindful approach allows me to bring an open mind and heart.  

 

                Nina

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education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Psychology- University of California, San Diego​

  • Masters of Social Work- San Diego State University

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker, California- 2004 (LCS #22218).

  • Title IV-E Program in Public Child Welfare

certification

  • ​ Certified in EMDR

  • Certified Grief and Loss Counselor- University of California, Berkeley

  • Trauma Training

  • Neurobiology of Trauma

  • CPR/First Aid

  • Notary Public

  • ​EMDR

  • Grief and Loss Counselor

  • Neurobiology  of  Trauma

  • CPR/First Aid

  • Notary Public

affiliations

  • Weaving Threads

  • American Adoption Congress

  • National Association of Social Workers

  • North American Council for Adoptable Children

  • Founding Memb​er and President of Weaving Threads

  • Former Board Member-On Your Feet Foundation

engagments

  • ACAL Conference - 2010,  2022, 2024

  • Child Training Institute, 2024

  • Radio Interview  on KPFA'a "The Week Starts Here" with host Veronica Faisant

  • Prenatal Drug and Alcohol Exposure Presentation- January 2013 (Adoption Connection, San Francisco, CA)

  • California Adoption Conference: Weaving The Stories Together- March 2012 ​

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