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Jodi Carlton is a leading world expert in mixed neurotype relationship dynamics and communication. Her personal, but direct, style of educating and coaching is a favorite of both neurodivergent and neurotypical partners around the globe. Her unique blend of personal experience in her own neurodiverse relationships, as well as her professional expertise, positions her to understand both autistic and non-autistic individuals. She bridges the communication gap for couples with a blame-free mind ...
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Neurodiverse relationship expert Jodi Carlton discusses how #CassandraSyndrome affects autistic partners in #neurodiverserelationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding both neurotypical and autistic experiences, highlighting that trauma can impact either partner. Learn about the double empathy problem, emotional isolation, and how th…
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In this solo podcast episode, #JodiCarlton delves into the intricacies of dating for both #autistic individuals and #neurotypicals dating someone on the spectrum. Drawing from my experiences with long-term couples, she emphasizes the importance of recognizing red flags early on in relationships. Key topics include the dangers of not being your auth…
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#CassandraSyndrome is not an official diagnosis but is a descriptive term that refers to emotional pain and isolation experienced by a partner in an autistic-neurotypical relationship when their concerns, wishes, and experiences are overlooked or dismissed. Whether you're seeking clarity or looking for ways to strengthen your #neurodiverse relation…
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Join Jodi Carlton, a #neurodiverse relationship expert, as she delves into the complexities of relationships where one or both partners experience life differently due to neurodiversity. Discover whether these relationships can work, the importance of understanding neurodiversity, and the key characteristics that help #neurodiverserelationships thr…
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Burnout is a common challenge faced by many, but it can manifest differently depending on whether you're living with #ADHD or #autism. In this video, we dive deep into the key differences between #autisticburnout and #ADHDburnout, exploring how they affect individuals, what recovery looks like, and the unique symptoms of each. Whether you're seekin…
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Jodi Carlton discusses #executivefunctioning disorder, its impact on relationships, and how to recognize signs of #executivedysfunction in a partner. While not an official clinical diagnosis, executive dysfunction can cause a variety of challenges 😰 Jodi offers advice on paying attention to reactions, understanding the role of neurotransmitters lik…
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In this bonus episode, Jodi Carlton explains how social connections can improve mental health, reduce stress, and offer different perspectives that benefit both partners in a relationship. 00:00 Introduction to Neurodiverse Relationships 00:0 The Importance of Social Life for Neurodivergent Individuals 00:29 Benefits of Social Connections 02:54 Pra…
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Executive dysfunction creates many challenges in household management for neurodiverse couples. In this bonus episode, neurodiverse relationship expert, Jodi Carlton, provides some useful tips and strategies that she uses in her own neurodivergent household. To learn more about executive functioning in neurodiverse relationships, check out our late…
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Let's understand the 8 types of #executivefunctioning in #neurodiverse relationships. Jodi Carlton, a neurodiverse relationship expert, explains what executive functioning is and how it impacts #neurodiversecouples when one or both partners experience executive function challenges 🧠👫👬👭 0:00 What is Executive Functioning? 01:11 1. Planning and Organ…
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In this bonus episode, Jodi Carlton, an expert in neurodiverse relationships, discusses a personal story shared by a listener about weight loss surgery and the emotional impact of her husband's comments. Jodi provides insight into the literal thinking often found in neurodiverse relationships and emphasizes the importance of self-confidence and not…
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Are you asking yourself, "How do I tell my wife she's autistic?" People regularly book consultation with me asking this question - I get it in the comments too. In this bonus clip, share what I tell my clients. Neurodiversity in relationships can be confusing, and if you think your wife or your partner is autistic (some still use the term Aspergers…
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Does your marriage have the common traits of couples that end up in divorce? In this bonus clip, Jodi Carlton, neurodiverse relationship expert, emphasizes how an antagonistic dynamic within a relationship, where one partner must win and the other lose, is a red flag. She stresses the importance of addressing underlying issues and misunderstandings…
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Everyone, whether neurodiverse or neurotypical, uses some form of masking or filter as a part of their social interactions. In this bonus episode, Jodi Carlton shares a personal story about her autistic daughter's masking strategy, called 'inside face and outside face', which her daughter uses to manage her social interactions. 00:00 Introduction t…
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In this episode from her YouTube channel, Jodi Carlton addresses common challenges that both partners in neurodiverse relationships often face. 00:00 Introduction to Intimacy Conversations 00:34 Understanding Personal Perspectives on Sexuality 01:33 Cultural and Social Influences on Sexuality 02:29 Challenges of Modern Sexuality and Media Influence…
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This bonus clip highlights a personal story of someone struggling in their relationship with a boyfriend who has Asperger's. Despite receiving counseling, the relationship faces recurring issues such as explosive behavior and silent treatments from the autistic partner. 00:00 Introduction: Meet Jodi Carlton, Neuro Diverse Relationship Expert 00:08 …
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This is the final episode in a five-part series, Navigating Neurodiverse Relationships, where my co-host, Mona Kay, talks with me about steps for addressing relationship challenges to find a path forward. We share personal stories and insights into the challenges we faced in our own marriages. In this episode, we specifically discuss how inappropri…
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In this episode of a 5-part series, Jodi Carlton and her co-host, Mona Kay from the Neurodiverse Love Podcast, delve into the personal experiences and critical insights into Navigating Neurodiverse Relationships. They provide a retrospective look at their marriages, both of which ended after two decades, and clarify that their mission is not to adv…
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Relationship challenges are like icebergs; what you see on the surface is just a fraction of what lies beneath. If you don’t look underneath the surface to uncover all of what is contributing to the problems, your chances aren’t good for navigating your way to a fulfilling relationship. In this episode of “Navigating Your Neurodiverse Relationship,…
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Mona and I delve into the necessity of 'stopping the bleed' when your relationship is stuck and has become hopeless. We address the most damaging issues in relationships by sharing our own personal stories and insights from being in neurodiverse marriages for over two decades. Mona and I discuss the importance of recognizing and stopping toxic cycl…
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In this 5-episode podcast series, I (Jodi Carlton, a neurodiverse relationship expert), and Mona Kay of the Neurodiverse Love Podcast, share very personal experiences from our own marriages to neurodiverse partners. We share a five-step approach for assessing relationship challenges and navigating a path forward. The podcast covers toxic dynamics, …
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In season four of 'YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship' podcast, Jodi Carlton teams up with Mona Kay from the “Neurodiverse Love” podcast to dive deep into personal experiences and professional insights on managing neurodiverse relationships. They discuss five key steps for assessing relationship challenges, whether it involves working together with a p…
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In this episode, Jodi Carlton, a neurodiversity expert and relationship coach who also specializes in personality disorders, addresses a dangerous myth that everyone has narcissistic traits. She emphasizes the distinction between common human behaviors and the destructive characteristics of narcissistic personality disorder. Jodi highlights specifi…
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In this bonus episode, neurodiversity expert and relationship coach Jodi Carlton explains the differences between autism and narcissistic personality disorder. She emphasizes that while both conditions can exist in the same individual, they are fundamentally unrelated, with autism being neurodevelopmental and genetic, and narcissism being potential…
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Neurodiverse relationship expert Jodi Carlton discusses the issue of lying within autism relationships in this bonus episode. 00:00 Neurodiverse Relationships and Lying 00:50 Understanding White Lies in Relationships 01:32 When Couples Have a Parental-Child Dynamic 01:46 An Example of Lying to Avoid Conflict 02:17 Differentiating Between Types of L…
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In this bonus episode, Neurodiverse Relationship expert, Jodi Carlton, shares explains why autistic individuals struggle to stay focused in a conversation and shares some strategies for both partners to help with this challenge. 👩💼 Hi, I'm Jodi Carlton, a leading world expert on adult #neurodiverserelationship dynamics and interpersonal #communica…
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Neurodiverse Relationship expert, Jodi Carlton, shares a tip about improving communication with your autistic partner in this bonus episode. 👩💼 Hi, I'm Jodi Carlton, a leading world expert on adult #neurodiverserelationship dynamics and interpersonal #communication. I am a seasoned professional with 20+ years of experience as a #therapist and #rel…
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In this bonus episode, neurodiverse relationship expert, Jodi Carlton, shares advice on handling emotional responses in neurodiverse relationships. Jodi emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the validity of emotions from both partners, and discusses the problems that arise when fight or flight responses overwhelm the conversation and issues ar…
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In the bonus episode, neurodiverse relationship expert, Jodi Carlton, explores the crucial aspects of setting boundaries and recognizing deal-breakers in neurodiverse relationships. 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Understanding Boundaries in Relationships 01:12 The Difference Between Boundaries and Control 01:46 Setting Boundaries in Response to Negative …
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Neurodiverse relationship expert responds to a question about autism in gay men in this bonus episode. She emphasizes that regardless of whether someone is gay, heterosexual, or identifies with any other sexual orientation, their autistic traits remain the same. Autism is a part of who they are, and it doesn't change based on their sexual orientati…
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In this bonus episode, #neurodiverserelationship expert Jodi Carlton discusses a YouTube viewer's comment that details severe abuse in a past relationship with an 'undiagnosed autistic man'. Jodi empathizes with the viewer but stresses the importance of distinguishing between autism and narcissistic, abusive behavior. She explains that individuals …
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BONUS Episode: Neurodiversity Nugget What happens in some relationships is in the beginning, there was this chemistry, there was this connection, and it was great. There is often a lot happening there physically. Some of that greatness, though, was your own perception of greatness that was influenced by what you hoped for and wanted. When you are …
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This clip is from a Q & A where a neurotypical partner asked how to handle social outings with friends when you each have different preferences about socializing. I share a tip for how to manage this so both of you are satisfied. 👩💼 Hi, I'm Jodi Carlton and I'm a leading world expert on adult autistic relationship dynamics and interpersonal commun…
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Men and women often have very different #neurodivergent traits and the criteria for #autism was originally developed based on men. In this video, I discuss some of the unique differences in men and women. #autism #neurodivergent #autisticwomen #autisticmen #neurodiverserelationships ___________________ 👩💼 Hi, I'm Jodi Carlton and I'm a leading wor…
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In this video, originally recorded for an audience of women in relationships with #autistic men on the spectrum, I discuss SOME of the main characteristics of being in a #NeurodiverseRelationship. Women on the spectrum may also have some of these characteristics, but this video is specifically for neurotypical partners in relationships with men. Ta…
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Getting blindsided in any kind of relationship is horrible, whether it's a dating relationship, well into a marriage, a friendship, or A working relationship. It never feels good to feel blindsided. In actuality, we oftentimes get in our own way in being able to see who people really are. Sometimes it's hard to know how to make decisions about the …
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When neurodiverse partners have different thresholds for household tasks and even relationship involvement, it is common for a "parent-child" dynamic to emerge. One partner takes on an authoritative role that issues directives, and the other becomes more child-like waiting on tasks to be assigned (and sometimes resisting to follow through). This ty…
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A #traumatic accident turned this #neurodiverse relationship completely around. Tune in to this final episode of Season 3 to hear how Kristen's marriage has changed thanks to hard work and a complete mindset shift. #autistic #neurodivergent #trauma #therapy #jodicarlton #podcast YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship Podcast; Season 3 - Episode 13 ________…
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Being in #toxicrelationship that never improve is like making a lifelong commitment to #dysfunction. In a #neurodiverserelationship, each partner can be a #toxicpartner. In part 2 of this episode of "YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship" podcast, Barbara Grant a neurodiverse relationship coach talks with me about the pitfalls that block success for coupl…
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In this episode of the "YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship" podcast, my guest, Barbara Grant, and I discuss insights about #counseling and #therapy for that will benefit both therapists and couples. Part 2 of this podcast episodes airs on Wed, Aug 16, 2023. Season 3, Episode 11 airs Wed, Aug 2nd here on YouTube and on your favorite podcast platform! ht…
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Melissa, #ADHD wife to an #autistic husband gets raw and vulnerable about her faith and how her traditional Christian background has affected them as adults and in their own relationship. Season 3, Episode 10: "YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship Podcast" #neurodivergent #christianfaith #faith #religious #jodicarlton #aspie #aspergers __________________…
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#ADHD wife and mom to a #neurodivergent husband and daughter, Melissa shares how she struggled for years with considering leaving her marriage. After becoming educated about neurodiversity, and developing tools and skills for #communication, she realized that it's worth it to stay. She shared with me her #relationshipproblems, but also the joys and…
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#Neurodivergent wife and coach, Christie Ellis shared with me her own journey through tremendous pain and suffering and how her life has been enriched because of her experiences. Christie has incredible insights about how emotions inform us, and how #neurodiverserelationship partners can improve #communication and connection. This is episode 8, par…
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My guest today is Christie Ellis. Christie is neurodivergent herself. She's a wife, a friend, and a daughter and she's killing it in the business sector. She's created five businesses, including Phoenix Story Coaching, where she provides science-grounded coaching for individuals and businesses. She figures out repetitive thought and behavior patter…
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This week's episode's guest is Laura Schreiner. Laura has a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology, is a Nationally Certified Licensed Professional Counselor, and holds certification in Neurodiverse Couples Therapy with the Asperger/Autism Network (AANE). Laura shares with me about her journey as a neurotypical wife, and the discovery of n…
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This week's episode is part two of my conversation with Gwen Janssen. So if you missed part one, go back and listen to the last episode that was aired two weeks ago. Gwen and I had so much to talk about it was too much to put into one episode. Today, she really gets personal about her own relationships and how being neurodiverse has affected her re…
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My guest today is Gwen Janssen. She's a nurse and an adjunct professor, and a long time leader with over 16 years in healthcare. Gwen was diagnosed with ADHD in her early thirties. She has two master's degrees and a doctorate in progress. Leadership is her passion. She founded the END Institute, Excellence In Neurodiversity after her diagnosis as a…
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Did you know that April is autism awareness month? So in honor of all of you that are listeners here, I'm hosting my first ever "Pick Your Price" event. If you've been listening to this podcast or watching my videos for any time at all, you've heard me talk about the communication program that I developed for my own neurodiverse relationships. It's…
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My guest in episode 3 today is David Glick, a neurodivergent therapist, and coach who has decades of experience working with autistic individuals, couples, and families. David is a highly respected professional here in the Atlanta area where I am based, and I am thrilled that he is moving into the coaching space where people worldwide can access hi…
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My special guest today is Dr. Kerry Magro. Kerry is an award-winning autistic professional speaker and a bestselling author. 📍 He was recently an autism consultant to the HBO series, "Mrs. Fletcher" which aired in the fall of 2019, and a consultant to the latest season of Netflix's, Emmy award-winning series, "Love On the Spectrum." Kerry has sp…
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Let's talk about masking! Episode #1 of Season 3 features Wendy, a neurodivergent wife to a neurodivergent husband, and mom to neurodivergent kiddos. She is a moderator in my Mixed Neurotype Facebook Group (search Jodi Carlton on Facebook) and follower of the podcast. Wendy asked me to have a conversation with her about masking, which is a topic th…
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