Caregiver To Creator with Debbie Weiss

Caregiver To Creator with Debbie Weiss

Author: Sonia Krishna Chand | Adult Autism and Neurodivergent Mental Health Expert | Empowerment Coaching March 9, 2026 Duration: 45:21
Send us Fan Mail Ever carried so much for so long that you forgot what you want? That’s where our guest, Debbie Weiss, once lived: 40+ years caregiving for her father after a stroke, advocating for a son on the autism spectrum, and supporting a husband through mental illness and a terminal diagnosis. The cost was anger, exhaustion, and a quiet belief that life was happening to her. Then a 50th birthday trip cracked the script. If time was speeding up, she needed to claim a response—not just r...

Sonia Krishna Chand brings her perspective as an adult autism and neurodivergent mental health expert to every conversation in On the Spectrum Empowerment Stories with Sonia Krishna Chand: Adult Autism, Neurodivergent, and Mental Health Expert. Moving beyond theory, this podcast lives in the nuanced realities of neurodivergent life, weaving together personal narratives with actionable guidance. You'll hear from a wide range of voices-autistic adults, parents navigating complex systems, clinicians rethinking their approaches, and educators creating inclusive spaces. The discussions are grounded in Sonia's own advocacy and her work in empowerment coaching, offering a blend of heartfelt storytelling and practical strategies that address real-world challenges. Rather than offering simple answers, this podcast explores the intersections of neurodivergence, mental health, and societal relationships, documenting the authentic journey toward self-understanding and advocacy. Each episode feels like a thoughtful dialogue, one that acknowledges the complexities while fostering a sense of community and resilience. Tune in for a deeply human exploration of what it means to live, work, and thrive on the spectrum, all through a lens of empowerment and lived expertise.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 65

On the Spectrum Empowerment Stories with Sonia Krishna Chand: Adult Autism, Neurodivergent, and Mental Health Expert
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