Welcome to Pieces of the Puzzle
An Adult Neurodivergent Growth and Skills Group
Neurodivergence is one piece of a person’s identity, but it may influence how you experience communication, emotions, relationships, work, sensory environments, and daily responsibilities. You are not a problem that needs to be fixed. Pieces of the Puzzle offers a space to better understand your patterns, identify your needs, and build tools that support the way your mind and nervous system work. Each participant brings different strengths, experiences, challenges, identities, and support needs. This group encourages participants to honor those differences instead of comparing themselves to one narrow idea of what neurodivergence should look like.
Topics We May Explore
- Understanding neurodivergent identity
- Masking, unmasking, and authenticity
- Neurodivergent and autistic burnout
- Sensory needs and sensory regulation
- Executive functioning and task initiation
- Emotional regulation and nervous-system awareness
- Recognizing personal limits and early signs of overwhelm
- Boundaries and self-advocacy
- Assertive communication
- Understanding verbal and nonverbal communication
- Relationships, friendships, and workplace interactions
- Shame, self-criticism, and internalized ableism
- Rest, recovery, and sustainable self-care
- Identifying personal strengths
- Building routines that work with your needs
- Creating a personalized support plan
The Personal Jar and Burnout Cycle
Every person has a limited amount of emotional, mental, physical, and sensory energy—a personal 'jar'. Neurodivergent adults may use a significant portion of that capacity on masking, social expectations, sensory processing, and daily tasks. When too much energy is poured into responsibilities without replenishing personal needs, you may experience increased overwhelm, reduced functioning, shutdown, or burnout.
We will practice identifying:
- What fills your personal jar
- What drains your capacity
- How close you are to reaching your limit
- Early warning signs of burnout
- Which needs tend to be overlooked
- How to create balance before reaching a crisis point
What Participants May Gain
- Greater understanding of neurodivergent identity
- Awareness of sensory, emotional, and executive-functioning needs
- Skills for recognizing and preventing burnout
- Healthier boundaries and confidence communicating needs
- Tools for emotional and sensory regulation
- Reduced shame related to neurodivergent traits
- Greater self-compassion and practical strategies for daily life
- Clearer understanding of masking and authentic expression
- Connection with other neurodivergent adults
- A personalized collection of sustainable tools
Group Details
Age requirement: 25 and older
Format: Virtual
Location requirement: Participants must be physically located in Arizona, Minnesota, or Ohio during group sessions
Group length: To be announced
Meeting schedule: To be announced
Group size: Limited enrollment
Fee: Approximately $25 per participant, per session
Diagnosis requirement: A formal diagnosis is not required
Screening: A brief screening or consultation may be required before enrollment
Accessibility and Participation
Participants will have an opportunity to share relevant accessibility, sensory, communication, or participation needs during registration. Examples include written instructions, captions, additional processing time, camera flexibility, sensory breaks, clear agendas, predictable structure, and alternative ways to participate. Accommodations will be considered within the scope and structure of the group.
Interested in Joining?
You deserve support that does not require you to hide important pieces of yourself. Pieces of the Puzzle offers an opportunity to better understand your needs, strengthen your skills, and connect with others who may recognize parts of your experience.
Submitting an interest form does not guarantee placement, register you for the group, or establish a therapist-client relationship. Additional screening and registration may be required before participation.
Crisis notice: This interest form and website are not monitored for emergencies. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988, call 911, or visit your nearest emergency room.