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UNIQUE CHALLENGES & PROFOUND GROWTH
Relationships Influenced by Autism
Whether you are a partner of an autistic adult or an adult child of an autistic parent, you deserve a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, connect with peers, and discover pathways for healing and resilience. These specialized support groups, guided by a licensed therapist with expertise in neurodiverse relationships, provide an empathetic community where you can reflect, learn, and grow. Through structured discussions and optional resources, each group offers a unique opportunity to better understand yourself and your relationships, while finding meaningful support from others who truly understand your journey.
NOTE: Your partner or parent does not need to be formally diagnosed or self-identified for you to participate in this group. If using the framework of autism helps you understand your loved one and your relationship with them, you are welcome here.
Becoming Twice Compassionate
Loving someone with a different neurological wiring often requires unique tools and support. This group provides a welcoming space for partners to share experiences, address challenges, and celebrate the joys of neurodiverse relationships. Guided by a therapist who specializes in mixed-neurotype dynamics, members will explore themes like self-compassion, autism-compassion, effective communication, and balancing personal needs with accommodations. Over a 4-month session, participants will engage in a structured process focusing on tender and fierce self-compassion, autism-compassion, and their integration.
MEETINGS: DAY & TIME TO BE DETERMINED BASED ON INTEREST LIST INPUT
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COST: $50 PER SESSION
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REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSED
Each session includes guided meditation practice and group discussions, optional learning materials like workbooks and suggested reading are provided for between session integration. Group size is limited to 8 participants to ensure consistency and safety. This group is currently paused and will likely resume in the fall of 2025.
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Join our interest list to be the first to know when registration opens.
Adult Children of Autistic Parents
Growing up with an autistic parent can shape how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world. This group offers a safe, semi-structured environment to explore these unique family dynamics, build self-awareness, and discover pathways to healing. Facilitated by a therapist who is also an adult child of an autistic parent, the group addresses themes like self-trust, boundary-setting, emotional understanding, and overcoming trauma-related challenges. Our group seeks to balance compassion and understanding for our parents (who were harmed by a culture that did not understand or support them) while also holding compassion and understanding for our own experiences.
MEETINGS: 1:00-2:30PM ON THE 3RD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
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COST: $30 PER SESSION
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REGISTRATION OPENS IN APRIL: FOR THE MAY-AUGUST SESSION
Through peer connection and guided discussions, participants can reflect on their experiences, gain validation, and create new possibilities for resilience and growth. Group size is limited, and registration is required for all 4 months to maintain group cohesion and trust.
Join our interest list by using the button below to email Laurie.
You'll be the first to know when registration opens.
About Your Facilitator
​Laurie Budlong-Morse is certified to work with neurodiverse couples through AANE (Association for Autism & Neurodiversity). She creates content on neurodiverse relationships on Medium and YouTube, has been a guest on multiple podcasts, and provides training and supervision to therapists learning to work with neurodiverse couples. She also has lived experience in neurodiverse relationships up and down her family tree. Laurie experienced the power of self-compassion on her own journey and incorporates this tool into her support groups to enable participants to improve their relationships with both self and others.
