T.H.R.I.V.E. Adoptee Support Groups
Healing and Connection for Adult Adoptees
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 a 24-session guided series designed for deep exploration and growth. Meeting twice a month, this closed group follows a structured arc that supports healing, identity work, and connection among participants.
Key Details:
- Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays in Niwot, CO (2 hours, in person)
- Limited to 10 adult adoptees (ages 22+)
- Runs as a closed group with a defined start and end
- Enrollment begins with a qualifying Discovery Call
* The current group is already underway, and registration closes soon! To be considered for the current or next cycle, contact Janice to schedule your Discovery Call today.
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 means you can join at any time and remain in the group as long as it serves you.
Key Details:
- Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (90 minutes, online)
- Limited to 12 adult adoptees
- Begins with a qualifying Discovery Call with Janice
- Start date: November 2025
* 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.
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 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 with advance payment. Attend T.H.R.I.V.E.’s in-person orientation on July 22.
- Pay a Deposit: Reserve your spot 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?