Center for Adoption Support and Education
Elizabeth Bryan is an Adoption Competent Therapist at the Center for Adoption Support and Education. Prior to this role, Elizabeth worked as a Therapist at the Center for Abused Persons and gained experience as an MSW Intern at Court Appointed Special Advocates of Philadelphia County. Elizabeth also served as a Clinical Social Work Intern at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System. With a background in various social work roles, including being a Reunification Coach Team Lead and Senior Case Planner at Catholic Guardian Services, Elizabeth has a strong foundation in the field. Elizabeth holds a Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in Child Well-Being & Child Welfare from the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, Elizabeth has a Master of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of Edinburgh.
Center for Adoption Support and Education
C.A.S.E. is a national leader in mental health services for the adoption and foster care community. Our mission is to improve the lives of children who have been adopted or in foster care and their families through counseling, lifelong education, and a growing national network of trained professionals. We nurture, inspire and empower adoptive and foster families and the professionals who serve them. Our passionate and dedicated staff and Board of Directors are guided by the following core values: Commitment to Empowerment and Collaboration: We use a family-centered, strengths-based, collaborative, clinical approach, combined with educational resources and support that empowers families to thrive. We engage local and national government, civic and business partners to expand access to services. Culture of Innovation and Excellence: With a spirit of inquiry, we apply best practices to advance excellence in the knowledge, training and implementation of adoption competency to improve mental health outcomes and permanency. Dedication to Inclusivity and Accountability: We value a diverse workforce and client base inclusive of all those touched by adoption or foster care. We are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, client satisfaction and accountability to our stakeholders.