On the third Thursday of (almost) every month, Alexis hosts a free virtual peer support group for the DNA Surprises community. Together, we make space for shared experiences, listening, and connection.
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The DNA Surprise Retreat brings members of the community together for a three days of connection, learning, and fun with people who understand.
Retreats and other events are announced as they become available. Stay tuned for more information!
There’s no single roadmap for navigating a DNA surprise. These resources offer additional information, perspectives, and support as you navigate your own experience.
Remember: Every person – and every community – is different. Explore what feels helpful to you, take what resonates, and leave what doesn’t.
Right to Know
Education, advocacy, resources, and support for people impacted by a surprise or misattributed genetic identity.
Severance Magazine
Articles, personal stories, and expert perspectives exploring DNA surprises, family secrets, adoption, donor conception, and genetic identity.
Donor Conceived Community
Education and support created to address the unique experiences and needs of donor-conceived people.
Donor Conceived Council (US)
Advocacy and education focused on the rights and interests of donor-conceived people in the United States.
We Are Donor Conceived
Resources, research, and perspectives centered on the lived experiences of donor-conceived people.
These professionals and organizations work with people navigating DNA surprises, identity, family relationships, trauma, and related experiences.
DNA Surprise Network
Professional support and resources for people affected by unexpected DNA discoveries.
MPE Counseling Collective
A network focused on connecting people affected by misattributed parentage experiences with informed mental health support.
Kim Miller Trauma Coaching
Trauma-informed coaching for people navigating difficult life experiences and personal change.
Susannah Castro, LMSW
Therapy for Arizona residents, including support related to DNA surprises and family discovery.
Finding the right professional is personal. Inclusion here is intended as a starting point, not an endorsement of a particular provider or approach.
Untangling Our Roots
An annual summit bringing together people affected by adoption, donor conception, misattributed parentage, and other genetic identity experiences for education, connection, and community.
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