The psychological team provided comprehensive initial evaluations of the Surrogate, her husband/partner, and the Intended Parents. Building Families, Inc. believed that the psychological component of the Program was as essential as the medical component. Through oral and written examinations, the psychologist determined whether each party had the coping skills and ability to manage a surrogacy arrangement.
The initial psychological evaluation included administering a personality inventory and a clinical interview performed by Dr. Natasha or Dr. Radojevic. Their training and extensive experience in the field of psychology and the mind-body connection made them experts in diagnostic evaluations and enabled them to identify key characteristics illuminated through psychological testing and the clinical interview process.
Group counseling was also provided to all Surrogates on a monthly basis. In addition, Dr. Natasha maintained regular contact by phone with Surrogates and Intended Parents when necessary or requested. Through continuous involvement, Dr. Natasha was able to assist not only with the immediate needs of the Surrogate and her Intended Parents, but also to recognize and defuse potential future concerns.
Dr. Radojevic and Dr. Natasha shared the belief that the surrogacy process affected not only the Surrogate, but also her husband/partner and children, while naturally creating anxiety for the Intended Parents. As a result, support and counseling were offered to every party involved.