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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

Special thanks to Samuel Oyedele for editing our podcast, support his work on Instagram or e-mail him at [email protected]