T.H.R.I.V.E. Adoptee Support Groups
Healing and Connection for Adult Adoptees
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For adoptees who find themselves soul-searching for answers…
Led by psychotherapist Janice Shayne — an adoptee herself — T.H.R.I.V.E. (Trust, Heal, Restore, Integrate, Validate, Emerge) offers a safe, therapeutic space created exclusively for adult adoptees.
These groups provide connection, structure, and guidance for exploring the lifelong impact of adoption, with the choice of joining an in-person group in Boulder, Colorado, or a virtual group available nationwide.
T.H.R.I.V.E. In-Person (Boulder County, CO)
Our in-person adoptee support group is an ongoing guided series designed for deep exploration and growth. Meeting twice a month, this group follows a structured arc that supports healing, identity work, and connection among participants.
Key Details:
• Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays in Niwot, CO (2 hours, in person)
• Limited to 10 adult adoptees (ages 22+)
• Open enrollment (You may join at any time on a monthly basis.)
• Enrollment begins with a qualifying Discovery Call*
• $130 per month, paid at the beginning of each month.
T.H.R.I.V.E. National (Virtual — Available Nationwide)
For adult adoptees seeking connection and support from anywhere in the U.S., T.H.R.I.V.E National provides a safe, ongoing online group. Open enrollment so you may join at any time on a monthly basis.
Key Details:
• Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (90 minutes, online)
• Limited to 12 adult adoptees
• Begins with a qualifying Discovery Call with Janice*
• $130 per month, paid at the beginning of each month.
*Participation is guided by clear agreements around privacy, respect, and safety. Full policies are reviewed in the Discovery Call.
What to Expect From T.H.R.I.V.E.
Whether you join in person or virtually, each group is designed to help adult adoptees move toward healing, self-understanding, and empowerment.
As a T.H.R.I.V.E. participant, you can expect the following:
- Connection — Build meaningful relationships with other adoptees who share your journey.
- Self-Exploration — Find insight and healing within yourself through guided themes and discussions.
- Reclamation — Develop a deeper sense of ownership over your origin story.
- Harmony — Discover inner resources to help you navigate challenges in the external world.
- Release — Let go of burdens that no longer serve you.
- Resilience — Learn new emotional skills for coping with adoption-related triggers.
- Support — as you consider reconciliation options
Themes We Explore Together
Both the in-person and virtual T.H.R.I.V.E. groups guide participants through the core experiences many adoptees share. Over the course of the sessions, we explore how adoption can shape and intersect with:
- Loss
- Rejection
- Guilt/Shame
- Grief
- Identity
- Intimacy
- Mastery/Control
Each theme is approached with care and respect, creating space for reflection, discussion, and healing in community.
How It Works
- Schedule a Free Discovery Call: Book a free 30-minute Discovery Call to ask questions, share your needs, and ensure the group is a good fit.
- Confirm Your Spot: Secure your place in either group with a $65 deposit.
- Begin Your Journey: Join a supportive circle of fellow adoptees, where you’ll meet regularly for guided sessions of connection, reflection, and growth.
Ready to take the next step in your adoption journey?