Parenting Neurodivergent Children & The Work of Marriage

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The Yearning Heart Podcast: Real Stories of Love, Relationships and Emotional Growth

Jennifer J Lehr, LMFT

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The Yearning Heart Podcast is a soulful space where real people share journeys through love, heartbreak, and healing. Hosted by Jennifer Lehr, LMFT, each episode dives into relationship dynamics, emotional intelligence, attachment styles, and self-love. Whether you’re navigating a breakup, deepening intimacy, or breaking old patterns, you’ll find honest stories and therapist insights to help you create secure, lasting love. Tune in for real stories and expert guidance to help you transform your relationships. Topics: self-love, attachment styles and more.

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Parenting Neurodivergent Children & The Work of Marriage | Dr. Nicole Dolan

The Yearning Heart Podcast: Real Stories of Love, Relationships and Emotional Growth

51 minutes 24 seconds

2 weeks ago

Parenting Neurodivergent Children & The Work of Marriage | Dr. Nicole Dolan

Parenting sensitive, neurodivergent children can be both sacred and overwhelming.

In this heartfelt conversation, Jennifer J. Lehr, LMFT, speaks with Dr. Nicole Dolan—depth psychologist, author, and mother of three—about the profound challenges and transformations that come with parenting complex children and sustaining a conscious marriage.

Together, they reveal how healing our own emotional imprints allows us to show up more consciously for our children and partners.

They explore how nervous-system imprints shape our relationships, how marriage becomes a crucible for growth, and how conscious parenting invites both partners into deeper healing.

✨ In this episode:
• Parenting and marriage under pressure
• Understanding nervous-system imprints
• The dynamics of self-sacrifice and resentment
• Co-parenting and teamwork
• The spiritual and ancestral layers of family healing

💜 A powerful conversation about the art of chaos, the work of love, and finding renewal as both a parent and partner.

🔗 Connect:
Dr. Nicole Dolan — https://drnicoledolan.com
Jennifer J. Lehr, LMFT & Author — https://jenniferlehrmft.com

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00:00 Introduction to Parenting Challenges
03:18 Navigating Neurodiversity in Children
06:15 The Impact of Parenting on Marriage
09:58 Understanding Marital Dynamics and Personal Growth
12:56 The Work of Marriage and Emotional Imprints
17:41 Finding Balance in Relationships
20:29 Individual Responsibility in Partnerships
27:52 The Dynamics of Self-Sacrifice in Relationships
30:40 Navigating Narcissism and Martyrdom
31:52 The Soul’s Journey and Ancestral Influence
33:20 Marriage as a Crucible for Growth
36:07 Deciding to Stay or Leave: The Inner Conflict
38:09 Transformation Through Conscious Work
40:08 Co-Parenting Dynamics and Teamwork
42:34 The Unique Journey of Parenting a Special Child
49:00 The Call for Conscious Parenting

Tags: parenting, autism, marriage, relationships, depth psychology, sensitive children, co-parenting, nervous system, trauma healing, personal growth, Jennifer J. Lehr, LMFT, Dr. Nicole Dolan, The Yearning Heart Podcast