Episodi

  • Autism in Adulthood: Functional & Adaptive Communication Skills with Dr. Celine Saulnier

    Autism in Adulthood: Functional & Adaptive Communication Skills with Dr. Celine Saulnier
    May 18 2026
    Dr. Stephanie welcomes back Dr. Celine Saulnier to discuss adaptive and functional skills.
    Dr. Celine is the author of the Vineland Adaptive Skills Scales, Third Edition.
    Parts of our conversation look at differences in assessing children and adults when determining adaptive and functional skills. A discussion also includes ADOS, CARS, and MIGDAS-2, and what if an adult gets two different results from two different providers using two different measures?

    About the Guest:
    Dr. Saulnier is the founder of Neurodevelopmental Assessment & Consulting Services. NACS develops, teaches, practices, and advocates for state-of-the-art diagnostic assessments for individuals with autism spectrum & related neurodevelopmental disorders. Prior to NACS, Dr. Saulnier joined the Yale research faculty, where she was both the Clinical Director and the Training Director for the Autism Program, managing and supervising multidisciplinary diagnostic evaluations on individuals with autism spectrum and related disorders from infancy through young adulthood. At the Marcus Autism Center, Dr. Saulnier oversaw all activities related to the characterization of individuals participating in clinical research and she was Director of the Clinical Assessment Core for the Emory Autism Center of Excellence grant awarded by NIMH.

    Dr. Saulnier is co-author of the gold-standard Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition, and two books: Essentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment and Essentials of Adaptive Behavior Assessment of Neurodevelopmental Disorders. She develops, teaches, practices, and advocates for state-of-the-art neurodevelopmental diagnostic assessments, with a particular expertise in detecting the earliest emerging risk factors in infants and toddlers.

    Contact her:https://nacsatl.com/
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    1 ora
  • The Misunderstood Mind with Jodi Carlton

    The Misunderstood Mind with Jodi Carlton
    May 11 2026
    Today, Barbara & Dr. Stephanie talk with NeuroDiverse Peer Support Network colleague, Jodi Carlton.
    Jodi's book, The Misunderstood Mind, is scheduled for release on October 6, 2026, but pre-orders are coming soon. To follow that launch, go to https://jodicarlton.com/
    Barbara Grant: If you want to do relationship work for your ND marriage, look up Barb at https://bg-hc.com/. Barbara has availability for couples and groups are always forming for wives.
    To see what groups Dr. Stephanie has going: https://www.holmesasr.com/womengroups
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    48 min
  • Diagnosing Autism- Early Intervention- The ADOS, CARS & MIGDAS-2

    Diagnosing Autism- Early Intervention- The ADOS, CARS & MIGDAS-2
    May 4 2026
    Today, I welcome back pediatrician, Dr. Mary H Jones. Mary has been a guest on the show and contributed to Uniquely Us, chapter 11, discussing additional biases and stigma BIPOC individuals can face in getting an accurate diagnosis and accommodations. Dr. Jones shares her experience as a pediatrician and mom of neurodivergent kids and in a neurodiverse marriage.
    Today, Dr. Stephanie and Dr. Jones discuss early intervention and how diagnosis impacts accommodations and interventions. Dr. Mary Jones is licensed in over 20 states and specializes in ADHD and ASD diagnosis in children, teens, and adults.
    Dr. Stephanie asks Dr. Jones when she uses the three most well-known measures: the ADOS, CARS, and MIGDAS-2
    Today, with a focus on diagnosis, Patreon with Dan and Stephanie will discuss a different topic
    About Dr. Mary H. Jones & Bright Starts
    At Bright Starts, we’re dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults reach their full potential through early, accurate ADHD evaluations and autism diagnostic services. We understand that every individual is unique — and so is their journey.
    That’s why we provide personalized evaluations, compassionate guidance, and clear next steps for families navigating developmental concerns.
    https://brightstartshealth.com/home
    Dr. Mary "What is Autism?"
    https://brightstartshealth.com/about-us
    Mary H. Jones, MD, FAAP
    Assesses with ADOS-2, CARS and MIGDAS-2
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    Dr. Mary Jones believes there is greatness in each of us and is passionate about equipping and empowering women to reach their fullest potential.
    Throughout her life and career, she has had the privilege of working to empower and equip women and girls to be their best selves. Dr. Mary has also completed a study in autism as a speciality through PESI, and has become an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Her vision is to see women living out their purpose and affecting change in their worlds. She is an NT married to a neurodivergent spouse and the mother of a son on the autism spectrum.
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    39 min
  • Mismanaged Misalignment and Having to Carry the Extra Stinky Bag

    Mismanaged Misalignment and Having to Carry the Extra Stinky Bag
    Apr 27 2026
    In this episode of Just the Guys, the conversation explores a simple but powerful relational reality: misalignment is inevitable — mismanagement is optional. Whether in marriage, friendships, or team dynamics, people regularly share the same overall goal while differing on expectations, timing, methods, or emotional responses. The group discusses how alignment is less about agreeing on every detail and more about moving in the same general direction while learning to define, notice, and communicate through the inevitable “bumps along the road.” As they note, “You can’t manage something you can’t define,” and many conflicts arise not from disagreement itself but from misalignment going unnoticed, unspoken, unmanaged, or unresolved.

    The episode uses humor and memorable metaphors to drive the point home — especially the idea that avoiding tension only makes it heavier to carry later. “Give me the extra stinky bag… it still has to go out.” Addressing relational drift early, when emotional weather is calm, prevents compounded frustration and protects the connection. Ultimately, the discussion reframes relational maturity as the ability to remain connected even when not fully aligned, recognizing that shared purpose can coexist with different approaches. Managing misalignment well may matter more than achieving perfect alignment at all.
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    52 min
  • NDCC to NDCC Couple Discussion with Tommy & Ginny - Navigating the Rapids of ND Marriage

    NDCC to NDCC Couple Discussion with Tommy & Ginny - Navigating the Rapids of ND Marriage
    Apr 20 2026
    We are so happy to have Tommy & Ginny with us on the show today, sharing their story. Tommy & Ginny share their neurodiverse journey from the diagnosis and freedom from shame in Tommy to Ginny realizing she needed self-care support and a community! They filled in their story with some blogs for us back in 2025.

    Check out their blogs:
    https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/post/beauty-from-the-rapids-navigating-our-blended-neurodiverse-marriage
    https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/post/beauty-from-the-rapids
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    46 min
  • Examining Expectations in NeuroDiverse Relationships

    Examining Expectations in NeuroDiverse Relationships
    Apr 13 2026
    Today, Dr. Stephanie & Barb discuss the four principles of expectations (outlined in Emotionally Healthy Relationships by the Scazzeros) and apply them to Neurodiverse marriages.

    Are your expectations:
    Unconscious
    Unrealistic
    Unspoken
    Unagreed Upon
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    49 min
  • Mismanaged Misalignment in your NeuroDiverse Relationship

    Mismanaged Misalignment in your NeuroDiverse Relationship
    Apr 6 2026
    In a discussion over a fast earlier this year, we were facing big decisions and in prayer and fasting together on misalignment and differing views. Dan came up with the idea to do a show on this- when you are in misalignment or competing needs- what do you do? Do you resort to the rules or roles - well, the man wins? Or do you ask God for more guidance? Relationships and slowing down are rarely efficient but always important.
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    33 min
  • Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. Pt 2 of Panelist Discussion on Ministering to Every Member of the Body of Christ

    Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. Pt 2 of Panelist Discussion on Ministering to Every Member of the Body of Christ
    Mar 30 2026
    Continuing our Theme this month, looking at how the Church ministers to (or doesn't minister to) the entire body of Christ.
    We have on the panel today representatives from Together We Care, SOAR and KeyMinistry/Disability and the Church.
    Do you know the difference in Diversity- Inclusion & Belonging? The importance of community!

    About our panelists
    Jilliam Palmiotto/Together We Care
    Jillian Palmiotto is the Founder and Executive Director of Together We Care, a Georgia-based nonprofit that equips and empowers families impacted by disabilities through strategic planning, advocacy, and practical support. With over a decade of experience in special needs ministry, Jillian also serves as the Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator at West Ridge Church and as the Executive Director of the Together Conference. Her passion for building inclusive communities is fueled by her personal journey as a special education teacher and disability ministry leader. Jillian brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and real-world expertise to every conversation—helping families, churches, and organizations navigate complex systems with hope and clarity.
    Doc Hunsley/SOAR
    Stephen “Doc” Hunsley, M.D. is the Executive Director and founder of SOAR Special Needs in Lenexa, Kansas. SOAR (Special Opportunities, Abilities, and Relationships) serves over 1500 individuals with special needs through regular respite events and the nation’s largest Disability Day Camp. Doc is currently assisting over 725 churches locally, nationally, and globally in starting a Disability Ministry. Doc also organizes the Wonderfully Made Conference held annually every October in Kansas City. Doc is a USAF veteran and a retired disabled pediatrician while his wife, Kay, continues practicing pediatrics. They are proud parents to three beautiful children: Luke, Mark, and Sarah. The Hunsley’s middle child, Mark, is presently running the halls of heaven. During Mark’s five-year earthly stay, he gave his family the opportunity to learn from and love a child with autism.
    Dr. Steve Grcevich/Disability & the Church/Key Ministry
    Dr. Steve Grcevich is a child and adolescent psychiatrist with 40 years of experience as a clinician, researcher, and professor who serves as President and Founder of Key Ministry. He plays a lead role in Key Ministry’s work to support churches in evangelism and outreach to the mental health community. He is the author of Mental Health and the Church (Zondervan), the first comprehensive model to guide churches in their mental health outreach and inclusion efforts. In his role with Key Ministry, he has been invited to speak or create resources for the American Association of Christian Counselors, the Christian Medical Dental Society, the Colson Center, the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention and the National Association of Evangelicals. He currently serves on Focus on the Family’s Physician Resource Council and is a widely requested speaker at national ministry conferences.
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    29 min