Join Rev. Holmes and Dr. Holmes as they interview Bruce C.E. Fleming. About: Rev. Bruce C. E. Fleming holds three graduate and post-graduate degrees in theology: an M.Div. and Th.M. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and the D.E.A. from the University of Strasbourg, France. Ordained by the Evangelical Free Church of America, he has been a pastor, professor of Practical Theology, and academic dean on the graduate-school level in French-speaking Africa. He has co-founded several churches an...
Jan 17, 2022•52 min
Join Dr, Holmes with her two guests Amy Tobik and Jeanetta Bryant. They will be talking about the importance of collaboration in the special needs world. Both have so many resources and different areas of expertise to share with the listeners! Dr. Holmes and Jeanetta have both had the privilege to contribute to Exceptional Needs Today magazine. Dr. Holmes contributed to Issues 1 and 3 in Exception Needs Today, and her daughter Sydney was a contributor in Issue 2. Also, podcast guest, Noah Seback...
Jan 10, 2022•49 min
Karla is an award-winning best-selling author, speaker, and licensed marriage and family therapist. Karla’s passion is to see individuals, marriages, and families set free from the chains of dysfunction, scriptural misunderstanding, and emotional pain personally and relationally. Her messages provide practical solutions based on biblical truths that bring balance and clarity to life and relationship issues. She also desires to equip ministry leaders and lay counselors to reach out more effective...
Jan 03, 2022•50 min
Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews the Seback family. We discuss Noah's journey in finding his voice as a non-speaker through letterboard. About Noah, from his site https://quirkthrives.com/our-team Noah Seback Nonspeaking Autistic, Lived Experience Expert, Self Advocate Noah’s differences have been considered deficits his entire life. His humanity & potential have been questioned & underestimated. His qUirk was an obstacle to thriving. No more. Through spelling on a letterboard with a co...
Dec 27, 2021•45 min
Who are NDCCs? NeuroDiverse Christian Couples Couples: We will talk through a list of questions to help you determine if a counselor or coach is a good fit for you as an NDCC. If you want to donate to keep the podcast going go to this link: https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/ Go to our page and look at the left-hand corner DONATE button Anyone interested in the courses we offer for professionals and pastors we are offering a deal through 2021 www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com- cou...
Dec 20, 2021•30 min
Perry and Stephanie Holmes discuss his prolific career and how being an Aspie has helped him be a voice to others on the Autism Spectrum in their workplace. Perry Carpenter, Author of "Transformational Security Awareness: What Neuroscientists, Storytellers, and Marketers Can Teach Us About Driving Secure Behaviors" from Wiley Publishing currently serves as Chief Evangelist and Strategy Officer for KnowBe4, the world's most popular security awareness and simulated phishing platform. Perry holds a...
Dec 13, 2021•43 min
Welcome back Ron Deal as a guest. In a previous podcast, Ron and Stephanie discuss blending families when a child is on the spectrum. Today we discuss some nuances to blending if a parent or adult is on the spectrum. What might some nuances be if the former spouse is on the spectrum? What might some nuances be if a new spouse is on the spectrum? About Ron Deal: Ron L. Deal is one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. He is Director of FamilyLife Blended® ...
Dec 06, 2021•40 min
Author and counselor Ron Deal is one of the leading experts in the field of blended families. Ron and Stephanie co-wrote an article on this topic and can be found at https://www.smartstepfamilies.com/smart-help/learn/special-topics/autism-and-the-blended-family Using concepts and tips from Ron Deal's courses and books on blending, we discuss some nuances about the blending of families when a child is on the autism spectrum. About Ron Deal: Ron L. Deal is one of the most widely read and viewed ex...
Nov 29, 2021•43 min
We continue this 2nd part of a 3 part series on awareness and training that is necessary to minister, serve and counsel with ND Christian Couples. We reached out to social media groups, listeners, and those in our Bible study groups and asked what helped and harmed? What do you want professionals and ministers to know? Part 1 We interviewed Mark and Kenda who now mentor and minister with ND Christian Couples and help lead a ND marriage Bible study and class. Today we interview Isabel, who went t...
Nov 22, 2021•59 min
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 to the topic. https://kmarshack.com/ More from Dr. Kathy Marshack I am Dr. Kathy Marshack, psycholo...
Nov 15, 2021•53 min
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.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/courses/educate-2 You will hear the first part where Dan and Stephanie share wha...
Nov 08, 2021•46 min
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 community; having a guest on the broader topic of autism does not reflect complete agreement with the gu...
Nov 01, 2021•38 min
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 course on her site about this topic. We will also discuss some issues faith-based couples may have when ...
Oct 25, 2021•42 min
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 for 20+ years before I transitioned to full-time coaching. In addition to my expertise in autism/Asp...
Oct 11, 2021•31 min
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 learn more about NeuroDiverse Christian Couples from a faith-based perspective please check out Module...
Oct 04, 2021•59 min
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, with traffic of one million page views a month. Her email list is 45,000 strong and her social medi...
Sep 27, 2021•35 min
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 from the school of hard knocks. Her views are tried and tested from many years of working to overc...
Sep 20, 2021•45 min
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 crucial for ministers and Christian people helpers to know what research and data have to say about th...
Sep 13, 2021•35 min
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.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/membership...
Aug 30, 2021•39 min
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 explicit content. Find out more about us at https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/...
Aug 16, 2021•46 min
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, clinician, parent or other professional in the field. They may or may not be part of the faith commu...
Aug 09, 2021•50 min
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 equip you through effective strategies that will help energize couples and professionals who work with...
Aug 02, 2021•40 min
