The Special Needs Parent Podcast

Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon, Ph.D.
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Our efforts for our children can be overwhelming (decimating and fulfilling, heart-warming and heart-breaking, thrilling and scary). Despite all the love and joy we feel with our precious children and family, the journey can also drain us. We may have little inclination or energy left to think of our personal priorities or work toward creating more fulfilling lives. Join Dr. Marcia for stories, tools, and guidance to help special needs parents build systems using logic and intuition, enhance connection and ease, and open up more of life’s joyful prospects one thought or action at a time.

  1. 05/12/2025

    S5E15: The Challenges of a Non-Speaker – David Kaufer

    In this conversation, David Kaufer shares his journey as aspecial needs parent, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of raising his son, Stone, who was a non-speaking autistic teen when David got support to start a new approach to help Stone to communicate more easily. He discusses howmotor skills were found to be critical in helping Stone’s communication abilities advance quickly. The discussion highlights the importance of hope, thediscovery of effective communication methodologies, and the systemic biases faced by families in the special needs community. David emphasizes the joy and lessons learned from his son, encouraging other parents to remain hopeful and connected.   Chapters 00:00 Finding Hope in Darkness 06:01 The Journey of Communication 11:05 Unspoken Connections 15:42 The Power of Advocacy 20:49 Breaking Barriers in Education 32:26 The Journey to Education and Self-Discovery 35:40 Breaking Down Barriers: Communication and Understanding 37:43 Challenging Assumptions: The Power of IndividualPotential 40:09 Creative Expression: Unleashing Hidden Talents 43:07 Navigating Medical Challenges: The Importance ofAdvocacy 45:34 Exploring New Therapies: Hope for the Future 50:35 Living with Seizures: The Ongoing Battle 54:26 Words of Wisdom: Encouragement for Special NeedsParents   About the podcast guest: David Kaufer is a writer, speaker, and advocate—and mostimportantly, the proud father of 19-year-old twin boys, including his non-speaking autistic son, Stone. He says his journey with Stone has transformed how he sees communication, connection, and what it truly means to be understood. Through David’s work at KDMC Marketing and his podcast The Lighter Side of the Spectrum, David helps families, educators, and healthcare providers reimagine neurodiversity and unlock new tools for support—especiallythrough AI and nontraditional communication methods.   Check out this free resource from David: it is one of hismost personal blog posts—about how spelling changed everything for his son and what it revealed about the brilliance inside: https://davidkaufer.com/2023/01/31/stone-found-his-voice-through-spelling/ Connect with David on his website at https://davidkaufer.com and on Instagram/Facebookat the handle @DavidKaufer Tune in to The Lighter Side of the Spectrum podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-david-kaufer-podcast-the-lighter-side-of-the-spectrum/id1779167029   About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach,special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please subscribe, and send in your requests about topics you'd like the podcast to address. Get your free copy of Marcia’s Trigger Mapping Worksheethere, to help you recognize patterns that lead to your child’s meltdowns, and develop approaches that could calm the storm: https://marcianb.com/free-trigger-mapping-worksheet-org/ Join the Special Needs Parent Space (her free community,including many supportive resources) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    50 min

  2. 05/05/2025

    S5E14: Receiving The Empathy You Need – Samantha Wittenberg

    In this episode, Samantha Wittenberg discusses the vital role of empathy in the lives of special needs parents. She shares her personal journey, the challenges faced, and the importance of emotional processing and resilience. The discussion explores the need for clear communication,understanding neurodivergence, and the power of naming feelings to foster healing and connection. Samantha also provides practical advice for parents on how to seek support and build a community around them.   Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Empathy in Special Needs Parenting 04:32 Samantha's Journey: From Lawyer to Advocate 07:48 Understanding Neurodiversity and Its Impact 10:51 The Role of Community and Support 13:38 Empathy as a Tool for Healing 16:38 Naming Feelings and Processing Emotions 19:44 The Power of Requests vs. Demands 22:34 Building Emotional Resilience 25:44 Connecting with Needs for Better Communication 28:54 Finding Your Emotional Vocabulary 31:56 Empathy in Action: Practical Steps for Parents 34:33 Final Thoughts and Advice for Special Needs Parents   About the podcast guest: Samantha Wittenberg’s coaching and speaking business supports parents and carers of special needs children. Her journey began when her teenage child’s sudden aggression and possessiveness led her to understand Autism and its challenges. Samantha empowers parents, who are often navigating constant crises, to break free from self-limiting beliefs and create a life of purpose. Using a blend of somatic practices, empathy, and mindset coaching, Samantha guides her clients toward rediscovering their authentic selves, creating lives filled with strength, connection, and abundance.   Reach out to Samantha on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/misty.mountain.96558/ Book your free Clarity and Connection Call with her here: https://tidycal.com/samanthawittenberg/clarityconnection  About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach, special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please subscribe, and send in your requests about topics you'd like the podcast to address. Get your free copy of Marcia’s Trigger Mapping Worksheethere, to help you recognize patterns that lead to your child’s meltdowns, and develop approaches that could calm the storm: https://marcianb.com/free-trigger-mapping-worksheet-org/ Join the Special Needs Parent Space (her free community,including many supportive resources) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    37 min

  3. 04/29/2025

    S5E13: Coping with Parenting Stress – Laurie White

    In this conversation, Laurie White shares her journey as aspecial needs parent and coach, discussing the emotional challenges, the importance of community support, and the tools she has developed for mindfulness and grounding. She emphasizes the significance of acceptance in decision-making and offers practical advice for parents navigating similar paths. Laurie's insights highlight the duality of grief and gratitude in the parenting experience, and she provides resources for those seeking support.   Areas covered in this episode include: Introduction to Laurie White and Her JourneyNavigating Special Needs ParentingThe Emotional Journey of a Special Needs ParentMental Health and Self-CompassionIsolation and Community SupportFamily Dynamics and Sibling RelationshipsTransforming Professional Practice Through PersonalExperienceThe Importance of Being Seen and HeardMindfulness Techniques for GroundingUnderstanding Emotions and Physical SensationsThe Journey of Grief and AcceptanceTools for Special Needs ParentsConnecting with Supportive Communities  About the podcast guest: Laurie White is a clinical therapist with over 20years of experience in the mental health field. She’s also a busy wife and mom of two—Kenzie and Kash. Kenzie has special needs, and becoming her mom was the turning point that sparked Laurie’s journey with anxiety and ultimately inspired the specialized work she does today. After working through her own struggles, she now helps women—especially fellow moms—manage anxiety, perfectionism, and overwhelm. Laurie’s been married for 11 years, loves country music, and says she’s obsessed with everything about fall weather.   Find more about Laurie and her work at www.LaurieWhiteCounseling.com Find Laurie’s free facebook group and get access to her freeresource to manage your anxiety at https://www.facebook.com/groups/lauriewhitecoaching About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach, special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please subscribe, and send in your requests about topics you'd like the podcast to address. Get your free copy of Marcia’s Trigger Mapping Worksheethere, to help you recognize patterns that lead to your child’s meltdowns, and develop approaches that could calm the storm: https://marcianb.com/free-trigger-mapping-worksheet-org/ Join the Special Needs Parent Space (her free community,including many supportive resources) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find many other resources and connect with Marcia directly here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ARX67913U/

    42 min

  4. 04/22/2025

    S5E12: Helping a Nonverbal Autistic Boy to Learn and Speak - Inga Ogas

    In this episode, Inga Ogas shares her journey as a special needs parent, focusing on her experiences with her autistic son and the decision to homeschool him. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of navigating theeducation system, the importance of communication, and the strategies she employs to foster independence and resilience in her child, and to help him to move from being non-verbal to speaking. Inga emphasizes the need for patience, understanding, andself-care for parents, while also providing valuable insights for other parents in similar situations.   Chapters 00:00Navigating the Special Needs Education System 06:05The Impact of Schooling on Learning 10:54Finding Independence in Learning 15:01Balancing Self-Contained and Mainstream Classes 18:26Navigating Learning Challenges 19:25Resilience in the Face of Failure 20:38Fostering Independence and Routine 22:50Innovative Teaching Approaches 24:13Maintaining Motivation and Energy 27:19Self-Care for Caregivers 29:30Overcoming Parental Struggles 30:53Understanding Autism and Diagnosis 33:15Sibling Relationships and Dynamics 34:37Navigating Parenting Challenges 36:01The Benefits of Homeschooling 37:57Exploring Nature and Socialization 39:39Understanding Animal Interactions 40:50Future Planning for Education 42:41Balancing Family and Relationship Time 46:10Advice for Special Needs Parents   About the podcast guest: Inga Ogas is the mom to two children, the younger ofwhom is autistic. Inga worked with him at home to support him to learn to speak and, during the pandemic, her family made the decision to shift to homeschooling, in order to give him more support in familiar circumstances, and to allow her to give personal encouragement and assistance when needed.   Inga strongly believes in the power parents have to supporttheir children’s development by observing them, adapting approaches to support and teach them, and simply loving and accepting them. She encourages other parents and celebrates others’ journeys through Our Autism Journeys, her YouTube Podcast, which is available here: https://www.youtube.com/@OurAutismJourneysPodcast   You can connect with Inga on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/inga.ogas/ About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach, special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please subscribe, and send in your requests about topics you'd like the podcast to address. Get your free copy of Marcia’s Trigger Mapping Worksheethere, to help you recognize patterns that lead to your child’s meltdowns, and develop approaches that could calm the storm: https://marcianb.com/free-trigger-mapping-worksheet-org/ Join the Special Needs Parent Space (her free community,including many supportive resources) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    43 min

  5. 04/14/2025

    S5E11: Embrace the Journey – Beth Silver Pilchik

    In this episode, Beth Silver Pilchik talks about the multifaceted journey of special needs parenting, emphasizing the intersection of neurodiversity and entrepreneurship. Together with the host, she discussesthe importance of community support, the impact of labels, and the empowerment that comes from understanding and navigating these challenges. The conversation highlights the significance of celebrating small victories, transitioning to adulthood for neurodivergent children, and building businesses that cater to diverse needs. Ultimately, the speakers convey a message of hope, resilience, and the importance of connection among parents and caregivers. Beth’s links and resources are shared below. In addition,the host offers access to a Trigger-Mapping Worksheet to assist with identifying environmental and other patterns that lead to meltdowns in our children. The link is available below.    Chapters 00:00Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Parenting 03:17Beth Silver: A Journey of Marketing and Parenting 05:46Navigating Neurodiversity: Insights from Special Needs Parenting 08:27The Importance of Labels and Understanding 10:51Supporting Each Other: The Community of Special Needs Parents 13:18Finding Humor and Connection in Parenting 15:56The Unique Perspectives of Our Children 17:48Understanding Autism: Layers and Challenges 20:19Using Labels as Learning Opportunities 23:21Empowerment Through Language and Diagnosis 26:10The Importance of Community and Support 28:17Reflections on Family and Legacy 30:03A Journey of Growth and Transition 32:49Trusting the Process of Development 33:40Preparing Special Needs Children for College 35:20Building Foundations for Independence 36:39The Importance of Community and Support 37:52Navigating Family Relationships 39:36Understanding and Accepting Differences 43:07Supporting Neurodivergent Clients in Business   About the podcast guest: Beth Silver Pilchik is a longtime advocate for the special needs and neurodivergent community, known by families and professionals as someone who helps connect the dots—whether that’s finding the right resources, building inclusive opportunities, or creating strategic visibility for businesses that support children with diverse needs. Beth is the founder of Doubet Consulting, where she advisesmission-driven entrepreneurs, educators, and creatives on marketing, PR, and community engagement. As a special needs parent herself, Beth brings personal insight and purpose-driven passion to every project. You can connect with her at www.doubetconsulting.com, on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/bethsilver, or on Instagram @BethWouldKnow.   About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach, special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Get your free Trigger-Mapping Worksheet here: https://marcianb.com/free-trigger-mapping-worksheet-org/to help you identify what leads to your child’s meltdowns and recognize some shifts you could make to help life feel more manageable for your child and for you. Get Marcia's Amazon bestselling book, Lighting the Path, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://books2read.com/lightingthepath⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    50 min

  6. 04/08/2025

    S5E10: Health, Healing and Hope for Medical Moms – Kay Crystal Griffith

    In this episode, Crystal Griffith shares her journey as a medical mom warrior, discussing the complexities of caring for children with medical needs. She emphasizes the importance of self-care for caregivers, the power of community support, and the need for advocacy. Crystal also introduces her initiative to create a shared database for medical moms to share their experiences and resources, highlighting the significance of hope and healing stories in their journeys. The discussion touches on the challenges ofnavigating medical systems, the value of educational dreams, and the vision for co-living models to support young adults with special needs.   Chapters 00:00Introduction to Medical Mom Warriors 06:24The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers 11:30Leveraging Community and Shared Experiences 16:37Overcoming Medical Challenges and Misdiagnoses 19:18Celebrating Small Victories and Individual Journeys 20:53Living Legacy and Purpose 21:49Journey Through Adversity 24:27Health Challenges and Advocacy 27:14Understanding Medical Misdiagnosis 29:49Connecting the Dots: Diagnosis and Healing 32:27The Role of Intuition in Healthcare 34:59Miracles and Medical Journeys 37:28Empowerment Through Shared Stories 39:56Launching the Resilience Roadmap 41:32Building Community and Resources for Special NeedsParents 44:24Innovative Co-Living Solutions for Independence 46:59Connecting with Resources and Support Networks 49:44The Emotional Toll of Caregiving 53:14Finding Humor and Resilience in Challenges 58:58The Loneliness of Parenting a Special Needs Child 01:00:03The Depth of Parental Pain 01:00:31Navigating Multiple Diagnoses 01:01:33The Reality of Outliving Your Child 01:02:07The Importance of Community Support 01:03:26The Role of Siblings in Caregiving 01:04:34The Burden of Caregiving 01:05:58Aspirations and Scholarships for the Future 01:07:52Finding Hope Through Music and Community 01:09:05Advice for Special Needs Parents   About the podcast guest: K Crystal Griffith is a Jesus-loving, sweet tea-drinking, renaissance woman empowering Medical Mom Warriors with health, healing, and hope, advocating for them and their medically complex kids to thrive.   Crystal walks with clients through deployments,life-threatening allergies, autoimmune diseases, cancer, traumatic brain injuries, concussions, marriage difficulties, abuse, PTSD, reactive attachment disorders, generational traumas, spectrum disorders, and all the things that gobump in the night. These and more have influenced Crystal's life directly as well.   She is a Certified Heart Healing Practitioner, BusinessCoach, and Medical Advocate supporting medical mommas to advance their reach through their personal experiences. Crystal, her beautifully creative, humorous, horse-loving daughter, and her service dog Otter, recently flew thecoop from the Rockies to the Virginia Coastline. With them, there’s always an adventure waiting just around the bend. For a free gift, bring your tea and visit with her at https://linktr.ee/kcrystalgriffith.com or https://stan.store/MedicalMomWarriors   About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach, special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please let her know topics you'd like the podcast to address. Join the free Special Needs Parent Space at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Marcia's Amazon bestselling book, Lighting the Path, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://books2read.com/lightingthepath⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Find Marcia (and many resources to support your journey) on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MarciaNB8/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and on Instagram @specialneedsparentjourney. She shares resources and trainings through her Facebookprofile and group, and you'd be welcome to come join.

    1h 15m

  7. 03/31/2025

    S5E9: Your Child's Forever Home - Valerie Arbeau

    In this conversation, Valerie Arbeau discusses the journeyof creating a forever home for her special needs child as she transitioned into adulthood. She shares her personal experiences as a parent of children with special needs, emphasizing the importance of self-care, recognizing triggers, and the need for effective communication.   Valerie also highlights the possibility and value ofplanning for a separate living arrangement for children with special needs and offers coaching support for parents navigating this journey. She gives encouragement for parents to be authentically themselves and not only dare todream for their children's futures, but their own personal futures as well. Keywords Special needs, forever home, empowerment coaching,parenting, self-care, communication, transition, planning, support, mental health   Chapters 00:00 Navigating Independence for Special Needs Children 03:34 Valerie's Journey and Motivation 06:07 Recognizing Overwhelm and Self-Care 08:50 Identifying Triggers and Building Awareness 11:33 The Importance of Communication and Apologies 14:23 Planning for a Forever Home 17:04 Creating a Safe Space for Special Needs Children 20:04 Empowering Parents to Create Futures for TheirChildren 24:13 Creating a Community for Melody Anne 25:57 Smooth Transitions and Communication 27:32 Empowerment Through Independence 30:00 Supporting Special Needs Parents 30:57 Planning for the Future 33:02 Designing the Forever Home 37:21 The Balance of Caregiving and Motherhood 39:28 Offering Support to Parents 42:31 Authenticity in Parenting   About the podcast guest: Valerie Anne Arbeau is a physiotherapist as well as a certified health and life coach dedicated to empowering moms of children with disabilities. Valerie has been married to Scott for over 30 years and they have two children, one with visible disabilities and the other with invisible disabilities.  With over 22 years of personal and professional experience, Valerie is dedicated to empowering and supporting parents of children with disabilities. As a Health Life Coach since 2021, Valerie's mission is to guide families in creating a "forever home" for their children, providing a nurturing environment where they can thrive. Valerie is also an author (The S.H.I.N.E. Principle: The Special Needs Mom's path to Strength, Hope and happiness), podcaster and speaker. She enjoys being a guest on podcasts, conferences and summits, where she encourages moms of kids with disabilities to live with intention, to embrace their journey and to S.H.I.N.E.  Valerie has a bi-monthly podcast “Forever Home for our kids with disabilities” where she shares aspects to consider for creating a forever home for your child with disabilities. Tune in here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2227173 Connect further with Valerie via her website here: https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/, and do remember to book you free call to explore some of the possibilities for your child's forever home.   About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach, specialneeds parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please subscribe, and send in your requestsabout topics you'd like the podcast to address. Join the Special Needs Parent Space (a free communityforparents like us) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Marcia's Amazon bestselling book, Lighting the Path, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://books2read.com/lightingthepath⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Find Marcia (and many resources to support your specialneeds parenting journey) on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MarciaNB8/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on Instagram @specialneedsparentjourney. She shares resources and trainings through her Facebookprofile and group, and you'd be welcome to come join.

    44 min

  8. 03/24/2025

    S5E8: The Superpower Secret - Karaleigh Garrison

    In this podcast episode, Karaleigh Garrison shares her journey as a special needs parent, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance, finding one's superpower, and the transformative power of creativity. She also discusses how to identify and nurture the unique superpowers of her children while navigating the challenges of parenting. Karaleigh highlights the significance of authenticity andcommunity support, encouraging parents to adapt their environments to better suit their needs and those of their children. Through her experiences, she inspires others to embrace their individuality and prioritize self-care.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carolee Garrison 03:11 Finding Your Superpower 06:00 The Journey of Self-Acceptance 08:53 The Importance of Authenticity 11:40 Identifying Superpowers in Special Needs Parenting 14:40 Perspective Shift: From Struggles to Strengths 17:24 Adapting the World to Fit You 20:15 Creative Outlets for Self-Care 22:56 Navigating Overwhelm in Special Needs Parenting 25:40 Practical Tips for Special Needs Parents   About the podcast guest: Karaleigh Garrison is a dynamic motivational speaker, aclassically trained vocalist, and the host of the internationally renowned podcast “Be the Dream.” Karaleigh has three children and enjoys teaching in the Theater Department at Brigham Young University. She coaches privately on confidence, podcasting, and public speaking. You can find more from her on her website, www.karaleighgarrison.com   Here is the link to her album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0JqR0m7KFTR5D61nTbvglX?si=d8ikZ-1pSK-tA1JCXkuUbA   Here is the link to her album on Bandcamp: https://karaleighgarrison.bandcamp.com/album/seeking-sunshine?t=2 About the podcast host: Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon is a speaker, coach,special needs parent, podcaster, author, and strategy lecturer. She runs the Special Needs Parent Podcast because she aims to help special needs parents feel valued, connected, and supported. Please subscribe, and send in your requests about topics you'd like the podcast to address. Join the Special Needs Parent Space (a free community forparents like us) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsparentspace⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Marcia's Amazon bestselling book, Lighting the Path, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://books2read.com/lightingthepath⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Find Marcia (and many resources to support your specialneeds parenting journey) on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MarciaNB8/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on Instagram @specialneedsparentjourney. She shares resources and trainings through her Facebook profile and group, and you'd be welcome to come join.

    39 min
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Our efforts for our children can be overwhelming (decimating and fulfilling, heart-warming and heart-breaking, thrilling and scary). Despite all the love and joy we feel with our precious children and family, the journey can also drain us. We may have little inclination or energy left to think of our personal priorities or work toward creating more fulfilling lives. Join Dr. Marcia for stories, tools, and guidance to help special needs parents build systems using logic and intuition, enhance connection and ease, and open up more of life’s joyful prospects one thought or action at a time.

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  • Creator
    Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon, Ph.D.
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon, Ph.D.
  • Show Website
    The Special Needs Parent Podcast