Adoption Home Studies

Compassionate, Comprehensive Home Studies to Support Your Adoption Journey

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Our Home Study Process: What to Expect

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Initial Consultation

We discuss your adoption goals, answer questions, and outline the process.

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Paperwork & Documentation

You’ll receive a clear checklist of required documents, forms, and background checks.

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Interviews & Home Visits

Your clinician conducts interviews and a home assessment in a supportive and nonjudgmental manner.

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Review & Completion

Your written report is completed, reviewed, and sent to your agency or attorney.

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Ongoing Support

We offer post-adoption support, therapeutic services, and parenting resources as needed.

Who We Serve

We work with:
  • Families pursuing private domestic adoption
  • Foster-to-adopt families
  • Kinship caregivers
  • Step-parent or relative adoptions
  • Families adopting older children or children with special needs
  • First-time adoptive parents and experienced adoptive families

What Our Adoption Home Study Includes

Our home study process is designed to be thorough, supportive, and respectful. Typical components include:
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Interviews & Assessments

A series of interviews with prospective parents, individually and jointly, to understand family dynamics, strengths, and readiness.

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Home Visits

A visit to your home to ensure safety and suitability for adoption. We focus on readiness, not perfection.

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Background Checks & Documentation

Assistance gathering required documents such as background checks, financial statements, references, and medical forms.

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Education on Adoption & Trauma

Guidance on attachment, trauma-informed parenting, and the unique needs of adoptive children.

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Comprehensive Written Report

A detailed home study report that meets all necessary requirements for your adoption agency or legal representative.

Why Choose Anson Family Counseling for Your Home Study?

Licensed, experienced home study providers

who understand the unique needs of adoptive families

Trauma-informed, adoption-competent clinicians

trained in TBRI® and attachment-focused approaches

Comprehensive reports

that meet state and agency requirements

with clear communication every step of the way

Supportive guidance

to prepare your family emotionally and practically

Experience serving diverse families

including kinship, private, foster-to-adopt, and international adoption (if applicable, can adjust)

Start Your Adoption Journey With Confidence

Our team is here to make the home study process encouraging, informative, and stress-free, so you can focus on welcoming a child into your family.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an adoption home study?

A home study is an evaluation required for adoption that includes interviews, home visits, and documentation to ensure a safe, loving environment for a child.

How long does the home study process take?

Timeframes vary, but most home studies are completed within 4–8 weeks, depending on documentation and scheduling.

What should we expect during the home visit?

Your clinician assesses safety and general readiness, this is not a white-glove inspection. The goal is to ensure your home is safe and supportive for a child.

What documents do we need?

Common documents include background checks, financial statements, medical forms, references, and autobiographical questionnaires. We provide a detailed checklist.

Do we need to prepare our home before the visit?

You do not need a “perfect” home, just a safe environment that meets basic state requirements. Any required adjustments will be explained clearly.

We are nervous about the interviews, what will they ask?

Interviews explore topics such as your relationship, parenting style, motivations for adoption, support systems, and readiness. Our approach is warm and encouraging.