"Fabulously Candice": The Sexiest Podcast About Neurodivergence

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"Fabulously Candice": The Sexiest Podcast About Neurodivergence

"Fabulously Candice" is the sexiest podcast about Neurodivergence! Candice is an Autistic, ADHD woman, licensed clinician, and relationship/intimacy expert with a passion for discussing love, sex, intimacy and more among neurodivergent adults. Get ready to feel fabulous as you listen to the Fabulously Candice podcast.

EPISODE 1

Season 3 | Episode #1: Chris Kishiyama

Welcome back to Fabulously Candice: The Sexiest Podcast About Neurodivergence! Candice kicks off Season 3 welcoming back none other than her fabulous husband and Chief Mindfulness Officer of Namaste Center for Healing, Chris Kishiyama. They update the global audience on their individual lives, how their relationship has recently evolved, and what’s on the horizon for Namaste Center for Healing. Want closed captioning or a visual for this episode? Check out the YouTube video here!

41 min
EPISODE 2

Season 3 | Episode #2: Jennie Meadows

Jennie Meadows is a neurodiverse photographer and visual artist who has experienced the full spectrum of romantic relationships! She shares what she learned through marriage, procreation, divorce, and the “minefield” of post-divorce dating in her fifties… all prior to asking the question: “Who am I?” Candice and Jennie dive deep into online dating, menopause, synesthesia, hyperawareness in the bedroom, and how to curate a more sensuous sexual experience. Click here to view the Sexual Sensory Profile E-Book! Connect with Jennie: https://www.jenniemeadows.com/ IG: @jenniemeadows YouTube video Closed Captions

45 min
EPISODE 3

Season 3 |Episode #3: Aly Dearborn

CONTENT WARNING: child sexual abuse, sexual assault, intimate partner violence Aly Dearborn is back to help break down the similarities between Autism and Borderline Personality Disorder as it relates to confusion among clinicians and the too-often misdiagnosis of Autistic females. This professional take is sprinkled with personal examples of how this gap in knowledge has impacted Candice and Aly throughout their lives. They also give a sneak peek into the content of their upcoming presentation for the 2023 IITAP Symposium! Connect with Aly Information for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselors Closed Captions References: 1) Cazalis, et al - Evidence that 9 of 10 Autistic Females Victims of Sexual Violence. Front. Behav. Neurosci., 26 April 2022; Sec. Pathological Conditions, Volume 16 - 2022 | 2) Bargiela, S., Steward, R., and Mandy, W. The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: an investigation of the female autism phenotype. J. Autism Dev. Disord. 2016; 46, 3281–3294. doi: 10.1007/s10803-016-2872-8 3) Fusar-Poli, L., Brondino, N., Politi, P. et al. Missed diagnoses and misdiagnoses of adults with autism spectrum disorder. Eur Arch Psychiatry Clin Neurosci 2022.; 272, 187–198 ;https://doi.org/10.1007/s00406-020-01189-w 4) Pecora LA, Hancock GI, Mesibov GB, Stokes MA. Characterising the Sexuality and Sexual Experiences of Autistic Females. J Autism Dev Disord. 2019 5) Pecora LA, Hooley M, Sperry L, Mesibov GB, Stokes MA. Sexuality and Gender Issues in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Child Adolesc Psychiatr Clin N Am. 2020 Jul;29(3):543-556. doi: 10.1016/j.chc.2020.02.007. Epub 2020 Apr 3. PMID: 32471601.

51 min
EPISODE 4

Season 3 | Episode #4: Ben VanHook

We are back with our FINAL, FABULOUS lineup of guests! Today, Candice is joined by master’s student Ben VanHook to discuss advocacy for policy reform that would make hiring processes and educational environments more inclusive for neurodivergent individuals. They also share personal stories about relationships, fantasize how lovely having a ‘dating instruction manual’ would be, and give tips such as sensory-friendly places to meet potential partners and friends! YouTube Video Closed Captions

38 min
EPISODE 5

Season 3 | Episode #5: Aly Dearborn

Welcome back, Aly Dearborn! In today’s episode, Candice and Aly reflect on their presentation from the 2023 IITAP Symposium: Love Addicted or Seeking Safety: Accurately Screening, Diagnosing, & Treating Autistic Females with Symptoms of Trauma, Sex, & Love Addiction In Both Inpatient and Outpatient Settings. We also get an introduction to their updated assessment tool for diagnosing Autistic females, including how and why they decided to “ditch the D’s” of the DSM! Connect with Aly YouTube Video Closed Captions

49 min
EPISODE 6

Season 3 | Episode #6: Renee Rosales

Renee Rosales is a mother, wife, educator, advocate, transformational leader, and founder of Theara: a business designed to support the Neurodiverse from cradle to grace. In this episode, we learn the beautiful origin story behind Theara as well as examples from Renee’s acronym-based system that leads the way to a brighter future with Neurodiversity. Candice and Renee have a fabulous, flowing conversation about their plethora of shared passions, how neurodistinctions can show up in relationships, and the empowerment that comes with recognizing Neurodiversity as its own culture. Connect with Renee Follow: @thearaway YouTube Video Closed Captions

46 min
EPISODE 7

Season 3 | Episode #7: Bex & Nel

Nel and Bex are back to update us on life since their international move to Montana! While there have been a fair number of logistical and familial struggles, they describe how the relationship has actually strengthened throughout the big transition. Candice guides us through what feels like a live therapy session in which they cover blended families, cohabiting with teenagers, sex, clashing neurodifferences, and the beauty in simply getting curious about the different parts of ourselves. Bex LinkedIn Bex IG: @bexcanner YouTube Video Closed Captions

1h 11m
EPISODE 8

Season 3 | Episode #8: Renee Rosales

Welcome back Renee Rosales, founder of Theara! We start the episode with a beautiful story honoring Renee’s maternal grandfather and the divine gifts we receive from past generations. Next, Candice and Renee address some current challenges within the neurodiversity movement (infighting, “meltdown”, etc.) and offer examples of what neuroinclusion can look like within loving relationships. They also take a deep dive into the concept of bridging (another one of Renee’s fabulous acronyms!), energy contagion, mindfulness, and more. Connect with Renee YouTube Video Closed Captions

42 min
EPISODE 9

Season 3 | Episode #9: Meg Martinez

We are wrapping up the final episode of Fabulously Candice with a very special guest… Meg Martinez! Meg has worked alongside Candice for nearly a decade and is the Chief Program Officer at Namaste Center for Healing. This episode gives a look into their neuroinclusive approach to the internal family systems model and their co-authored chapter in the book Altogether Us by Jenna Riemersma. We also get a look into the current happenings at Namaste Center for Healing and get excited for what is next to come. Thank you to the fabulous global community for three seasons of love and support! Until the next something… Connect with Meg YouTube Video Closed Captions

48 min

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"Fabulously Candice" is the sexiest podcast about Neurodivergence! Candice is an Autistic, ADHD woman, licensed clinician, and relationship/intimacy expert with a passion for discussing love, sex, intimacy and more among neurodivergent adults. Get ready to feel fabulous as you listen to the Fabulously Candice podcast.

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38
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3
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"Fabulously Candice": The Sexiest Podcast About Neurodivergence