Stop Having the Same Argument: A Neurodivergent Couples Workshop
A neuro-affirming online live workshop for mixed neurotype relationships to build greater attunement, communication, and connection.
Sunday, September 13th, 10am - 12pm PST (1pm - 3pm EST)
Learn practical, neuro-affirming tools to understand each other better, navigate differences with compassion, and break free from the same recurring arguments.
Many people in mixed neurotype relationships can struggle to communicate, and it’s not because they are broken, wrong, or they love each other less. They can struggle because their brains process, communicate, and regulate differently. It’s totally normal, but can be incredibly frustrating and isolating!
When those differences are misunderstood, it's easy to fall into cycles of blame, shame, or feeling like you're speaking different languages.
What we will be doing together isn’t couples therapy, but a workshop that is grounded in evidence-informed therapeutic principles and includes:
Neuro-affirming psychoeducation (education of psychology concepts)
Guided individual and couple reflection
Interactive discussions
Practical communication and repair tools you can begin using immediately
In this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to better understand each other's needs, recognize common communication differences in mixed neurotype relationships, and develop practical strategies for repairing misunderstandings before they become recurring conflicts.
Let’s stop the argument so you can spend time enjoying each other! Whether that's snuggling on the sofa watching your favorite show, trying a new flavour at your local ice cream shop, or debating whether Sir Pounce-a-Lot or Cindy Clawford is the best name for your new cat.
When we learn to communicate more effectively, joy can flourish!
By the end of this workshop, you'll:
Understand why you keep having the same arguments by recognizing common communication differences in neurodivergent relationships and what's really happening beneath the conflict.
Gain a deeper understanding of both yourself and your partner, including your unique communication styles, needs, and relationship patterns.
Replace any blame, shame, and assumptions with curiosity, compassion, and mutual understanding, creating more empathy for each other's experiences.
Learn practical tools to repair misunderstandings, reconnect after conflict, and create communication strategies that work for your unique relationship.
This workshop is for couples who...
Love each other but feel like they're constantly misunderstanding one another.
Keep having the same argument, even though they're both trying hard not to.
Feel like they're “speaking different languages”.
Want practical tools - not blame or criticism.
Want to better understand each other's brains, needs, and communication styles.
Are committed to building a relationship where both partners feel understood, respected, and supported.
This workshop is designed for couples where one or both partners identify as neurodivergent in any way, for example:
✅ ADHD + neurotypical/allistic
✅ Autistic + neurotypical/allistic
✅ Autistic + AuDHD + neurotypical/allistic
✅ ADHD + Autistic
✅ ADHD + ADHD
✅ Autistic + Autistic
✅ And more!
It doesn’t matter if you’re self-diagnosed or formally diagnosed, and polyamorous relationships are warmly welcomed.
Meet Your Host
Charis Stiles (she/her)
Founder - Stiles Therapy Collective
I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) living in the SF Bay Area. I provide virtual therapy to folks across California and Oregon. My approach is gentle but direct, and with a heavy dose of humor. I identify as a fat, queer, white cisgender (elder) millennial mom, managing daily life with autoimmune disorders. When I’m not working, I’m reading romance novels, dancing with my toddler, and trying my hand at ceramics.
Helping Couples Understand Each Other
Using an eclectic, neuro-affirming approach, I help people better understand themselves and the relationships that matter most. My work focuses on fostering self-compassion, reducing shame, and helping people communicate in ways that honor their unique brains and lived experiences.
Drawing from somatic practices, values-based work, and self-compassion, I support clients in building healthier relationships - with themselves and with others. Whether navigating neurodivergence, anxiety, boundaries, emotional regulation, or communication differences, I help clients move away from self-criticism and toward greater connection, understanding, and authenticity.
A neuro-affirming workshop for mixed neurotype relationships to build greater attunement, communication, and connection.
Hosted VIRTUALLY over Zoom on Sunday, September 13th, 10am - 12pm PST (1pm - 3pm EST)
Early Bird: $147 per couple until Sept 6th, 2026
Regular Price: $197 per couple from Sept 7th, 2026 onwards
The purchase of one ticket covers two seats to the workshop
Payment plans are available
Imagine leaving the workshop with...
More compassion for yourself and your partner.
Less blame and fewer assumptions during conflict.
Greater confidence navigating communication differences.
Practical tools you can start using that same day.
A clearer understanding of what helps each of you feel connected.
A personalized plan for repairing misunderstandings before they become bigger conflicts.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. To protect participants' privacy and encourage open discussion, the workshop will not be recorded.
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Virtual. It will be hosted over Zoom.
A link will be emailed to you after purchase, and you can share that with your partner (one other person).
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Unfortunately, I am unable to offer refunds after purchase. You may transfer your purchase to another couple.
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This workshop is designed for couples where one or both partners identify as ADHD, autistic, AuDHD, or otherwise neurodivergent (including self-diagnosed individuals). It's also appropriate for couples where one partner is neurodivergent, and the other is neurotypical or allistic.
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Yes! You only need to purchase one ticket for this event, and this means 2 people can attend for that single price.