Photolisting Profile for Shakayla

Shakayla is a 16-year-old girl from Texas who is hoping to be adopted.

Shakayla is a typical teen girl who likes to go to the mall, watch movies and hang out with friends. She has difficulty bonding with her caregivers at first, but will become attached once she gets to know them. She wants the love and support of a family. Shakayla is accustomed to being the caregiver. She would do well in a home where she can help care for younger children or the elderly. Shakayla still has a long journey on her way to healing. She is in a place at this time where she is finally understanding that her trip is going to make it possible for her to be successful and to finally live a fulfilling, safe, stable and secure life. Shakayla, with some time and attention and the best guidance and direction she would blossom. Shakayla enjoys Praise dancing, yoga and ceramics. Shakayla learns at a slightly slower rate than others her age and has some difficulty with reading. Shakayla would benefit from an education where she can learn a skill or a trade. She states that the services she is receiving is helping her to understand what she needs to do to make her life happy.

A family who will offer guidance and support. Shakayla would do well in a home where the parents have a very committed spiritual base. She would benefit from parents who would give her praise and approval.