Florida - Home Study Application

Start your Florida home study by choosing between three awesome PairTree professionals!

Provider 1: Heather Pincelli

Hey there, I'm Heather. The owner of Connected by Love Adoptions.

I was born and raised in Cocoa Beach, Florida. After graduating college, I traveled and moved around the US quite a bit. I have 3 “kiddos”, two of which are teens and one is an adult and is active duty in the military.

I began my career in the Counseling/Social Work field nearly 20 years ago. I was drawn to the field after emerging from a very troubled childhood and being stuck in the foster care system.

I am a passionate professional dedicated to working with families and children as they strive to create healthy home environments and providing children with the stable and safe environment they long for.

A few fun facts about Heather:

• I drink wayyyy too much chai tea
• I LOVE a good bakery
• Most people peg me to be super outgoing and extroverted (but in reality, I am actually really introverted and a total creature of habit)
• I love traveling and find every excuse to go explore new places

Are there any parts of Florida you can't support?

Unfortunately, I can't take families near St. Petersburg/Clearwater, Tampa, and other spots on the West side of Florida. I would LOVE to work with you if you're near West Palm, Orlando, Jacksonville, Cocoa Beach, and Miami. Generally, I can take families in North & South Florida, but the Central part is more mixed. I'm also always happy to confirm whether or not I can work with you, just email me. 

Ready to work with Heather?

1) Download and complete Heather's application

2) Email it to homestudy@pairtreefamily.com.

Once your application has been reviewed, Heather will get in touch with you about next steps. Learn more about the home study process with PairTree and Heather. 

Provider 2: Susan Speropulos

Hi, I'm Susan! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Florida, SW8130) and the Founder/Executive Director of Florida Adoption Home Studies. She holds a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Clark University, and a Masters of Science in Social Work from Columbia University.

I have over 27 years of experience in mental health and in domestic, kin-ship, intervention and complex adoptions. She has been conducting home study investigations for private adoption since 2005.  She is a proud Native of Stamford, Connecticut and currently resides near Pensacola, Florida with her four daughters.

Ready to work with Susan?

1) Download and complete Susan's application.

2) Email it to homestudy@pairtreefamily.com.

Once your application has been reviewed, we will get in touch with you about next steps. 

Provider 3: Amy Imber

Hi!  My name is Amy and I am owner of Connecting Hearts Adoption Services.  I was raised in Atlanta, Georgia, and moved to Florida in 2003, and have called Florida “home” ever since.  I have worked with children in foster care, expectant mothers and adoptive families since 1996.  I knew from a very young age that I wanted to do adoption work, and it is really the only “job” I have ever had.  Seeing people become parents…there is nothing more rewarding than what we do.   

I now live in Orlando with my husband and our two boys, Sam and Max, along with our two Labradoodles, Chewie and Leia.  In my free time I enjoying cheering my kids on at tennis, lacrosse and football as well as attempting new recipes, Zumba and spending time on the water on the family boat.  

Why do you love working with hopeful adoptive parents?

I love working with hopeful adoptive parents.  I enjoy providing them with the guidance, education and direction they often ask for and need.  Seeing them feel more confident and hopeful in this process is so encouraging! 

What do you think is the best part of home studies?

My favorite part of the home study process is getting to see our family’s dreams become a reality.  There is nothing more rewarding than seeing people become parents. 

Are there any parts of Florida you can't support?
I can work with families who live anywhere in the state! 

Ready to work with Amy?

1) Download and complete Amy's application 

2) Email it to homestudy@pairtreefamily.com.

Once your application has been reviewed, we will get in touch with you about next steps. Learn more about the home study process with PairTree and Amy.