NeuroDiverse Christian Couples

Join Dr. Kathy Marshack and Dr. Stephanie Holmes as they discuss strategies for co-parenting with a partner on the autism spectrum. Families with Neurodivergent spouses will need to develop and work on communication and relationship to partner together, especially when the family has both NT and autistic children in the family system. Dr. Marshack brings in her professional and personal experience...

We are doing a three-part series on NeuroDivesity awareness in counseling and ministry to couples who are NeuroDiverse. We heard from some of you listeners on what helped and harmed in counseling, We interview Mark and Kenda on their journey as an ND Christian Couple. You can hear the whole interview as well as other couples interviewed for the training curriculum at https://courses.christianneuro...

Join Dr. Holmes and author and speaker Jude Morrow to discuss moving beyond "Autism Awareness" to autism acceptance and action and increasing training of neurodiversity. Disclaimer: When we have guests on the ASR podcast they are recognized in their expertise on autism as an advocate, self-advocate, clinician, parent or other professional in the field. They may or may not be part of the faith comm...

Stephanie and Dan interview ND Couples' Coach, Jodi Carlton. Part 2 of a 2 part series looks at the differences and cross-over features of AS and NPD. This can be very controversial, but it is important for clinicians and pastors, and spouses to know the differences between NeuroDiversity and Personality Disorders, such as Narcissism. It is possible, but rare, for there to be both. Jodi has a cour...

Stephanie and Dan interview ND Couples' Coach, Jodi Carlton. Part 1 of a 2 part series looks at the differences and cross-over features of AS and NPD. This can be very controversial, but it is important for clinicians and pastors, and spouses to know the differences between NeuroDiversity and Personality Disorders, such as Narcissism. About Jodi Carlton: I was licensed as a professional counselor...

Grace and Stephanie discuss helping couples to gain a better understanding of who they each are, who their partner is, and how their neurological differences affect their relationship. Understanding the differences in neurology is crucial for anyone from coaches, ministers to counselors. Additional training and coursework are needed to better understand this couple's differences. If you want to le...

Sheila Wray Gregoire is the face behind ToLoveHonorandVacuum.com, the largest single-blogger marriage blog. A sought-after speaker, she’s also an award-winning author of nine books, including The Good Girl’s Guide to Great Sex. Sheila has a Master's in Public Administration and a Master of Arts in Sociology both from Queen’s University. Sheila built the successful blog, To Love, Honor, and Vacuum,...

Today the podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Autism Spectrum Resources for Marriage & Family, LLC. Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews the author of Hope Wins! Leisa Williams. Leisa was born in 1971 and brought up in Queensland, Australia.  She lives in Canberra with her husband, her three children, and her daughter-in-law. She writes from her heart about her life experiences that have come f...

Join Stephanie and Dan as they interview co-authors, Sheila Gregoire and Rebecca Lindenbach, of the new book, The Great Sex Rescue. The discussion will start on things taught in Christian media that have been harmful or helpful to Christian couples, and tie in how someone with black and white thinking could certainly misinterpret the information for greater harm to the marriage. This podcast is cr...

On today's podcast, we are continuing the discussion on connection. Communication is key to creating connection, yet many NeuroDiverse couples struggle in this area of communication. We will also talk more about Theory of Mind and other traits that have an impact on the marital relationship. Find out more about us and the training we offer as well as courses for couples at https://www.christianneu...

Topic = Connection, what is it? Join Dan and Stephanie as they talk about connection. They asked listeners both ND and NT to define connection and disconnection. What are the issues that make it hard for AS-NT (or ND) couples to connect? What contributes to disconnection or hurt or harm in the marriage? Note: A brief discussion on physical intimacy is mentioned so the podcast had to be marked expl...

Here Dr. Holmes and Dr. Attwood are discussing Identifying Adults on the Autism Spectrum & Issues Adults Face in Employment. You can find out more about Dr. Tony Attwood at https://www.tonyattwood.com.au/ or look up events at https://attwoodandgarnettevents.com/ . Disclaimer: When we have guests on the ASR podcast they are recognized in their expertise on autism as an advocate, self-advocate, clin...

NeuroDiverse Christian Couples podcast selects guests that are professionals in the field of autism or individuals who want to share their journey from a Christian NeuroDiverse couple's experience. Find out more about us at https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/ The purpose is to encourage and inspire you and remind you that in Christ there is hope for the future! We want to educate and eq...