NeuroDiverse Christian Couples

Known for the Quote "When you Have Met One Person with Autism... " Dr. Stephen Shore

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan joins Stephanie today on this ASR podcast and talks with guest Dr. Stephen Shore. Dr. Shore is the man behind the quote, "When you have met 1 pers...

Just The Guys Talk about Conflict

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan, Greg, Mark, Perry, and Clay- Just the Guys- talk about conflict and different ways of processing conflict.The guys discuss risk/reward ratios and...

Ask an Intimacy Expert- Intimacy, Sexuality, Barriers to Connection with Andrew and Amanda Scott

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today for our Valentine's focused show, we are discussing intimacy, romance, sex, duty sex, and sexless marriage. We have as our guests today Andrew a...

Count it all Joy? Really?

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Count it all Joy? Are you serious? Everything? How do you do that when there is low joy and high conflict or low connection relationships?My brethren,...

"Why is Sense of Safety Important?" with Dr. Johanna Lynch

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes and Dr. Johanna Lynch as they talk about childhood traumatic events or adverse childhood events and their effects on develop...

Escaping Enemy Mode with Dr. Jim Wilder

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Stephanie set this podcast up with their podcast on Jan 2nd. You will want to review this podcast before you hear today's podcast on escaping ...

System Failures- We Need to Work Together w Dr. Brandon Clarke

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Holmes interviews Dr. Clarke on working within systems. Listen in as Dr. Brandon Clarke focuses on the levers to behavior change and emphasizes th...

Are You in Your Right Mind?

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In preparing for the interview coming up this month with neurotheologian, Dr. Jim Wilder, Dan and Stephanie walk through some foundational information...

Just The Guys: Discussing a Later-in-Life Autism Identification

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is back with Just the Guys, and he with Clay, Perry, and Mark talk about their different journeys to identification and acceptance of being on the...

Becoming an Emotionally Safe Man with Andrew Bauman

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Usually, Stephanie and Dan interview our guests together on NDCC, but today Dr. Holmes interviews Andrew J. Bauman on "Becoming a good and safe man." ...

Jim Ball - Proactive Strategies for Positive Change

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Homes as she interviews Dr. Ball.This show with Dr. James Ball will discuss the 7 evidence-based strategies described in his book, “Early I...

Dan & Stephanie Talk Holidays and Gifts in NDCC's

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is celebrating a birthday this month, or maybe better said, having a birthday this month. Does Dan like to celebrate holidays? How do we see celeb...

Jeanetta Bryant

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes as she talks to Jeanetta Bryant.Jeanetta Bryant is the Founder and Executive Director of Abilities Workshop, Inc. She is ded...

Just the Guys: Talking about Priorities

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Usually, you will hear Dan and Stephanie talking through issues and challenges of being an NDCC or sharing tips. But today, Dan with two guys from our...

Dispelling Myths about Autism & Working with Medications

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie and Dr. Matthew Fisher, MD (and therapy dog Jessie is present too) here to help professionals, parents, and educators better understand...

Theory of Mind and Relational Blind spots with Dr. Sean Hirt

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sean Hirt earned his master’s and Doctoral degrees in clinical psychology fromGeorgia School of Professional Psychology. He completed his pre-do...

Hope Overcomes with author Leisa Williams

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie talks again with Leisa Williams. Previously we discussed her book Hope Wins! Now we discuss Hope Overcomes. We will discuss how a caring chu...

Key Ingredients to God-honoring ND Marriages- Humility, Acceptance, Vulnerability, Teachability & Curiosity

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie and Dan as they talk about what are the essential ingredients to a healthy, God-honoring marriage as an NDCC. Stephanie reads from a de...

An Autistic's Adventure in Corporate America: Neurodiversity in the Workplace

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews Clay M. Westbrook about Neurodiversity in the workplace. Dr. Holmes wrote the forward for Clay's book, "Best Places ...

One Man's Quest to be a Better Husband with author David Finch

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today Dan and Stephanie talk to the author of Journal of Best Practices, Dave Finch.About Dave: Dave Finch is a New York Times bestselling author on n...

Issues Adults on the Spectrum may Face with Ron Sandison

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie as she interviews Ron Sandison. There are many topics for discussion today, including Autism & transitioning into adulthood and issues ...

Just the Guys: How work Influences Home

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Usually, you will hear Dan and Stephanie talking through issues and challenges of being an NDCC or sharing tips. But today, joining are two guys from ...

Women on the Spectrum with Toni Boucher

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

About Toni Boucher:Toni has been working with folks on the spectrum for over 28 years. Her daughter was diagnosed with ASD at age 11. Toni's clients a...

Does Malachi 2:16 say, "God hates divorce?" with Thomas Pryde Part 2

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today Dan and Stephanie interview Thomas Pryde of the Psalm 82 Initiative. What is the Psalm 82 Initiative? Helping make churches safer for abuse vict...

Complex Marriages: How to Stay and When to Leave with Barbara Grant

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie and Barbara, who will talk about the pain of divorce and how NDCCs may find themselves needing to separate or divorce or live in separa...

Does Malachi 2:16 say, "God hates divorce?" with Thomas Pryde

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today Dan and Stephanie interview Thomas Pryde of the Psalm 82 Initiative. What is the Psalm 82 Initiative? Helping make churches safer for abuse vict...

Affinity Therapy: Finding Hidden Potential

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie in her discussion with Ron Suskind on discovering potential and finding hope against all odds. As Ron shares his experience with his so...

Stress Management with Lauren E Miller

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Holmes heard about this amazing book, Emotional Intelligence in Christ, from a video on Lead Like Jesus. Dan and Stephanie are excited to have bac...

Tips for Executive Functioning

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews Robin Tate, a life coach, and NeuroDiverse Couples' coach. Today we discuss Neurodiversity and strategies for execut...

What Can We Expect to Change?

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Autism in Relationships. What can we work on change?Join Stephanie and Dan as they interview Dr. Tony Attwood and they discuss what may change and wha...

Predictive Coding Dr. Vermeulen

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Peter VermeulenCheck out this article on predictive coding:https://petervermeulen.be/2019/08/20/autism-absolute-thinking-in-a-relative-world/About Dr....

Communication Tools: Developing Emotionally Healthy Communication

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie and Dan wanted to share practical communication tools. In the previous podcast they shared communication cards for starting conversations.To...

Communication is Key to Healthy Sexual Intimacy

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Holmes speaks with Leslie Sickels about autism and sexuality and common challenges in ND Couples.Leslie A. Sickels, LCSW is a licensed clinical...

Communication Tools: Conversation Starters

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dan and Stephanie in a 2 part conversation about...... communication and conversations.Many NDCCs get stuck in their ability to communicate or st...

Ask an ND Specialist Part 2 with Dr. Stephanie and Grace

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in with Dr. Holmes and Neurodivergent Relationship Coach Grace Myhill in the second segment focused on relational issues in Neurodivergent rela...

Bruce Wayne Knight - Sexual Intimacy

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dan and Stephanie as they talk with Bruce Wayne Knight on sexual intimacy.Dan and Stephanie took some questions from listeners about sexual issue...

Ask a NeuroDivese Couples' Specialist with Stephanie & Grace

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Segment One: From the NeuroDiverse PerspectiveJoin Dr. Holmes with Neurodivergent Relationship Coach Grace Myhill in two segments focused on relationa...

Dr. Gill Attachment and Attachment Injuries in ND Marriages

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Make sure you listen to part 1 of this 2 part series on attachment. In a previous podcast, Dr. Gill gives us a basic understanding of attachment. Toda...

Childhood Collections and Passions, Now a Career

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What the DSM calls "restrictive interests" can actually be passions and foundations for future career possibilities. Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews...

Introduction to Attachment and Relationships

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first in the series of podcasts in season 4 to dive into attachment, connection, attachment injuries, and the need for repair. Connection ...

Ask Dr. Temple Grandin

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sydney Holmes interviews Dr. Grandin with questions collected by young adults and adults on the autism spectrum for Dr. Grandin. Questions range from...

What's Coming Up with NDCC

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Pollack on Parent Coaching

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews Andrea Pollack Andrea received her undergraduate, law, and M.S.Ed. degrees from the University ofPennsylvania. She b...

Q&A with Bruce C.E. Fleming

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Proud to be supporters and affiliates of TRU School. We have taken the courses and read the books and highly recommend!https://tru316-truschool.mykaja...

A Voice is Not Enough! Noah Seback

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Noah Seback is a non-speaking autistic, self-advocate and Lived ExperienceExpert who serves the non-speaking community as a Peer Support Specialistthr...

Does your Marriage Glorify God?

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Stephanie interview David Brown. The topic broadly on a marriage that glorifies God with a discussion on what is Biblical "headship" and what ...

Dr. Temple Grandin

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes and Sydney as they start off Autism Acceptance month with Dr. Temple Grandin.Dr. Grandin will be speaking at Converge Autism...

Is the Marriage Difficult or Destructive? with Leslie Vernick

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Stephanie interviews Leslie Vernick. Having heard Leslie speak many times at the American Association of Christian Counselors, Dr. Holmes has used...

Autism and Ancient Egyptian Algebra with Jude Morrow

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie and Dan as they interview author and speaker Jude Morrow and they discuss differing journeys of acceptance of autism identification. S...

Dr. Kevin Hull Part 2 of What is Co-Regulation?

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Holmes and Dr. Hull discussed co-regulation of the brain and the importance of parent brain regulation while parenting a child on the autism spect...

Dr. Kevin Hull Part 1 of What is Co-Regulation?

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Holmes and Dr. Hull discuss co-regulation of the brain and the importance of parent brain regulation while parenting a child on the autism spectru...

Growing your Emotional Intelligence in Christ as ND or NT! with Lauren E. Miller

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Holmes heard about this amazing book, Emotional Intelligence in Christ from a video on Lead Like Jesus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DORFxBJp7E...

Nuances of Social Language: Building Bridges with the Autistic Community

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes as she interviews SLP, Siobhan Carpenter. We will talk about social pragmatic language and differences in use of language/sp...

Power of Love: 1 Corinthians 13 w/ Dan & Stephanie

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Stephanie talk about the power of love today! In this episode airing on Valentine's day, we talk about a subject of interest and pain to many ...

Part 2 - Helping Young Adults Achieve their Best Social Life with Jeremy Hamburgh

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews Jeremy Hamburgh, referred to as the Hitch for the autistic and special needs community by The Atlantic in 2013. The ...

The Power of Words

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Stephanie are leading groups right now on the power of words and reading through the 40-day word fast by Cameron. We will be talking through ...

Helping Young Adults Achieve their Best Social Life with Jeremy Hamburgh

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Holmes as she interviews Jeremy Hamburgh, referred to as the Hitch for the autistic and special needs community by The Atlantic in 2013. The ...

Relationship Foundations: A New Look at Genesis 2 with Bruce C.E. Fleming

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Finding Success through Collaboration Amy Tobik and Jeanetta Bryant

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 wor...

Help for Women in Complex Marriages with Karla Downing

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Karla is an award-winning best-selling author, speaker, and licensed marriage and family therapist. Karla’s passion is to see individuals, marriages...

Finding Noah's Voice with Noah Seback

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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, f...

Moving Beyond Education to Better Equipped to Serve NDCC

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who are NDCCs? NeuroDiverse Christian CouplesCouples: We will talk through a list of questions to help you determine if a counselor or coach is a good...

Special Interests or Expertise?

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 work...

Ron Deal Segment 2: Blending Families when an Adult is on the Autism Spectrum

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Blending Families and the Autism Spectrum: When a Child is on the Spectrum

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 c...

When Helpers Can Cause Harm

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 r...

Co-Parenting with a Spouse on the Spectrum with guest, Dr. Kathy Marshack

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Kathy Marshack and Dr. Stephanie Holmes as they discuss strategies for co-parenting with a partner on the autism spectrum. Families with Neur...

Is your Marital Counselor or Pastoral Counselor Autism Aware?

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 list...

Loving Your Place on the Spectrum

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Holmes and author and speaker Jude Morrow to discuss moving beyond "Autism Awareness" to autism acceptance and action and increasing training...

Jodi Carlton Part 2 Addressing Some Nuances in Faith-Based Couples

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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....

Jodi Carlton on the Differences Between AS and NPD

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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....

Does Understanding NeuroDiversity Really Matter?

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Stephanie discuss helping couples to gain a better understanding of who they each are, who their partner is, and how their neurological diff...

Interview with Sheila Gregoire, Great Sex Rescue Part 2

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sheila Wray Gregoire is the face behind ToLoveHonorandVacuum.com, the largest single-blogger marriage blog. A sought-after speaker, she’s also an aw...

Hope Wins with Leisa Williams

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Interview with Sheila Gregoire, Great Sex Rescue Part 1

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stephanie and Dan as they interview co-authors, Sheila Gregoire and Rebecca Lindenbach, of the new book, The Great Sex Rescue. The discussion wil...

Connection through Communication

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's podcast, we are continuing the discussion on connection. Communication is key to creating connection, yet many NeuroDiverse couples struggl...