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Adoption, Therapy, and Self-Discovery: Fai Knudson's Story
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Fai Knudson
Fai Knudson grew up in a white, conservative town, always feeling different. As a biracial, transracial adoptee, Faye faced racism and isolation.
Leaving their hometown ignited a journey of self-discovery, leading to advocacy and therapy focused on adoptee mental health.
In this episode, Fai shares their powerful story, the challenges of being a transracial adoptee, and how they now help others navigate similar paths.
What we discussed
(00:18) Who is Fai Knudson?
(04:05) Feeling different
(05:32) Not allowed to read adoption paperwork
(06:30) Coming out of the fog
(09:11) Studying adoption for master’s
(13:53) Adoptee therapists
(21:32) Adoptee care is neglected
(28:12) Story behind “Good Faith Therapy”
(33:20) Support for adoptees
(35:01) Genetic graveyard
(36:24) Finding an adoptee affirming therapist
(39:34) Partial reunion
(47:54) Finding your authentic self
Links
Connect with Fai Knudson: LinkedIn
Good Faith Therapy Website | Good Faith Therapy Instagram
Follow us on social media: Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok
Credits
Special thanks to Samuel Oyedele for editing our podcast, support his work on Instagram or e-mail him at Drumaboyiglobal@gmail.com
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