Adoptees Crossing Lines

Adoption, Therapy, and Self-Discovery: Fai Knudson's Story

Zaira Season 3 Episode 9

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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  


Peer Support Space 


Grow Beyond Words


Journey of The Adopted Self 


Psychology Today


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Credits


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