104. Neuro-Difference, Betrayal Trauma, and Healing
From Helping Couples Heal Podcast by Marnie Breecker
June 5, 2026 · 52 min
About this episode
Marnie and Candice discuss navigating betrayal trauma through the lens of neuro-difference, emphasizing the need for individualized support in recovery.
In this episode, Marnie speaks with Candice Christiansen about navigating betrayal trauma through the lens of neuro-difference, an incredibly important topic we have not focused on before on the Helping Couples Heal Podcast. Together, they explore why traditional recovery models may not always meet the needs of individuals and couples navigating autism, ADHD, trauma, and betrayal. Candice shares both her personal story and more than two decades of clinical experience supporting neuro-different adults and couples. Together, she and Marnie explore how betrayal trauma can impact neuro-different nervous systems, why a neuro-affirming approach can be an important part of recovery, and how couples can begin understanding each other’s communication styles, sensory experiences, and expressions of empathy with clarity and compassion. Their conversation also touches on the added complexity of betrayal trauma when autism or ADHD may be present, common misunderstandings around empathy and emotional processing, and how healing often requires individualized support rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Throughout the episode, Candice offers compassion, clarity, and hope for individuals and…
People in this episode
Host: Marnie Breecker
Guest: Candice Christiansen
Topics covered
- betrayal trauma
- neuro-difference
- autism
- ADHD
- communication styles
- empathy
- individualized support
Keywords
- betrayal trauma
- neuro-difference
- autism
- ADHD
- communication
- empathy
- healing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: CandiceChristiansen.com
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