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How I’m Different
My own neurodiverse family and relationships have been my personal training ground for understanding neurodiversity. These personal experiences have provided more education and insight than my two college degrees and 15 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
I AM neurodivergent
I recently became aware that I am ADHD, myself. I have sensory processing challenges, auditory processing deficits, and several health conditions that are common in neurodivergence. I understand how different brains affect relationships in a way that most therapists cannot.
Education
and how genetically drive differences cause confusion and misunderstandings. This will provide you with a framework for understanding your relationship in a totally new way.
Clarity
Clarity is a critical part of discernment when you feel hopeless and need to determine a direction to take in your relationship.
Direction
FIRST, you must determine if your relationship has the potential for growth and healing. This step cannot be skipped.
Solutions
Whatever direction you go, I will guide you with insights, strategies, solutions, and tools for making your way forward.
“We’ve been married for over 16 years and have always struggled to communicate despite having seen several counselors over the years. We are in a desperate situation and don’t want to get divorced. We need some help!“
GET STARTED WITH A QUIZ
Get immediate feedback about yourself and your partner. I have adapted these autism assessments to include more female traits than most standardized autism tests. Each quiz includes a comprehensive PDF report.
WORK WITH ME
I believe we are all unique from one another and that our differences make us stronger as a human race and also in our relationships! Sometimes we struggle to understand one another when our brains are wired differently – this can be confusing and often creates conflict. By understanding and embracing our differences, we can foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and each other.
WORK WITH ME PRIVATELY IF YOU :
- want expert clarity about neurodivergent traits.
- need to distinguish toxic behaviors from neurodivergence.
- are considering ending a relationship.
- need skilled help with communication.
- are looking to grow and strengthen your connection.
- are willing and motivated to self-reflect and learn.
I believe we are all unique from one another and that our differences make us stronger as a human race and also in our relationships! Sometimes we struggle to understand one another when our brains are wired differently – this can be confusing and often creates conflict. By understanding and embracing our differences, we can foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and each other.
WORK WITH ME PRIVATELY IF YOU :
- want expert clarity about neurodivergent traits.
- need to distinguish toxic behaviors from neurodivergence.
- are considering ending a relationship.
- need skilled help with communication.
- are looking to grow and strengthen your connection.
- are willing and motivated to self-reflect and learn.
PRIVATE COACHING
Begin with an initial consultation to explore your challenges, fears, strengths, and goals. I’ll provide immediate feedback and guidance along with a personalized strategy based on your specific needs.
Private coaching focuses on improving your overall fulfillment and quality of life.
MATT & JEN
From the Brink of Divorce to Thriving
Like many couples, Matt and Jen found themselves at a crossroads in their relationship, struggling to understand the hurt caused by misunderstandings. After working with me in private coaching, and participating in my COMMUNICATION PROGRAM, they experienced a transformation they had feared was impossible.
Today, they navigate their relationship with newfound ease and empathy. Their story underscores the power of effective communication and serves as an inspiration to other neurodiverse couples embarking on a similar journey.
Podcast & Videocast
YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship
Jodi Carlton is a leading world expert in neurodiverse relationship dynamics and communication. Her personal, but direct, style of educating and coaching is a favorite of both neurodivergent and neurotypical partners and professionals around the globe. Join thousands in over 63 countries in listening to the most recent episodes here.
Follow the podcast on your favorite podcast platform or subscribe on YouTube to watch the videocast!
Neurodivergent relationships, communication patterns, emotional disconnection, and lived experience can be hard to talk about — but they don’t have to stay misunderstood.
In The Misunderstood Mind, Jodi shares short insights, in-depth educational articles, podcast episodes, conversations with everyday people and professionals, and reflections that help make sense of the patterns so many people experience but struggle to name.
Learn With Me
I invite you to understand and embrace your differences to foster a deeper understanding of yourselves and each other. My extensive, and constantly growing, library of videos will guide you to greater relationship connection and fulfillment in life.
WHAT MY CLIENTS AND FOLLOWERS ARE SAYING
ABOUT ME, JODI CARLTON, MEd
As a leading expert in neurodiverse relationship dynamics, I have helped countless teenagers, parents, adults, and couples to understand brain differences in language, emotions, sensory processing, and behavior.
For me, neurodiversity is personal. My experience comes primarily from my own personal relationships: my 19-year marriage, other romantic partners, my children, other family members, and my closest friends.
I am also a survivor of narcissistic abuse and have spent years recovering from codependency (“pathological kindness”) that developed in my childhood.
Someone once told me, “I can’t imagine the number of people you help because of your own experiences,” and that is my exact mission – to reach and guide you through your own journey of discovery and healing.
