Basics
What is Hold Me Tight®: Neurodivergent Couples Edition?
An adapted Hold Me Tight® weekend for neurodivergent and mixed-neurotype couples. It teaches attachment-based tools for understanding each other’s wiring, reducing miscommunication, and strengthening trust, safety, and closeness.
What does "neurodivergent" and "mixed-neurotype" mean?
Neurodivergent: differences in how the nervous system processes information and experience. Some examples: Autism, ADHD, Highly Sensitive Person/Sensory Processing Sensitivity, OCD, etc.
Mixed-neurotype: partners with different processing profiles (e.g., ND + neurotypical, or two different ND profiles).
Is this therapy?
No. This is an educational program. Attending does not create a therapeutic relationship with Erin Findley, PsyD, or Jenny Leung, LMFT.
Who will be leading the program?
Erin Findley, PsyD, and Jenny Leung, LMFT. We are both neurodivergent, trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and experienced in working with neurodivergent and mixed-neurotype couples.
Who is it for?
Couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent, and couples with mixed neurotypes, who want clearer understanding, better communication, and a more secure connection.
Do we need a diagnosis to attend?
No. Formal diagnosis is not required. If the description fits your experience, you are welcome.
Logistics
When will it be happening?
Sometime in 2026.
Will it be in person or online?
TBD. We plan to collaborate with interested participants to finalize format and location.
Where will it be held?
Location is to be announced. Please join the list to receive details.
How much will it cost?
We will announce the cost once the final logistics are figured out.
How many couples will be accepted?
Enrollment will be limited to keep the experience personal. The final cap will be shared with the date and location announcement.
What will the weekend include?
Structured “conversations” from Hold Me Tight® adapted for neurodivergent needs; guidance for recognizing negative cycles, repairing injuries, and expressing needs; visual aids and written prompts to support different processing and communication styles.
Participation & Admin
Does signing up for this email list mean I’m committed to attending?
No. It is an interest list only. When logistics are finalized, you’ll receive an invitation to register, and you can decide then.
How will I get updates?
Join the priority list and add [email protected] to your contacts/whitelist so emails don’t land in spam.
Is this appropriate if one partner is hesitant to share?
Yes. The format emphasizes safety, pacing, and choice. Partners can engage at a comfortable level while learning tools to improve understanding and repair.
How is this different from a standard Hold Me Tight® weekend?
Content, pacing, and materials are adapted for neurodivergent experiences, including sensory needs, attention patterns, communication differences, and masking—without pathologizing either partner.
If you have a question we didn’t cover here, please email us at [email protected] and we’ll help.