Certified Autism Specialist & Neurodiverse Marriage Coach

Education

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Stephanie C. Holmes graduated from Campbell University summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 1994. She then completed her Master’s in Counseling  summa cum laude through Liberty University  and further pursued licensing in  the state of NC which was obtained and held from 2001 through 2009. She was an LPC in good standing. Upon moving to Georgia, with a desire to reach more people through tele- counseling, she obtained other certifications to pursue her calling of working with marriage and families with special needs nationally and internationally.  Her highest held degree is an Ed.D from Abilene Christian University, where she graduated with distinction upon completing her dissertation, “Creating an Inclusive Climate for Students on the Autism Spectrum.”

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Research

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• "Creating an Inclusive Climate for Students on the Autism Spectrum," Dissertation Study

• "Educational Leaders Can Lead the Way for Increased Academic Achievement for Students on the Autism Spectrum," School Leadership Review

• "Autistic Voices are Missing in Research on Inclusion and Best Practices," Global Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

• ​"Inclusion, autism spectrum, students' experiences," International Journal of Developmental Disabilities

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Certifications and Training

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• Certified Master Life Coach through the International Christian Coaching Institute (ICCI)

• Certified Master Life Coach through the International Board of Christian Counselors (IBCC)

• Certified Mental Health Coach through American Association of Christian Counselors (through 2024)

• Board Certified Christian Counselor through the International Board of Certified Counselors (AACC)

• Board Certified through the Georgia Board of Examiners for Georgia Christian Counselors and Therapists (through 2024)

• Certified Autism Specialist through IBCCES

• Neurodiverse Couples Certification through AANE

• Neurodiversity Trained and Certified through Neurodiversity Training International

• Ordained through IAOG

Coaching Ministry

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The ministry of marriage and family coaching under Stephanie Holmes seeks to bring restoration and spiritual renewal to troubled lives. The mission is to offer affordable Christian coaching to those in need and to glorify God in all that transpires during the coaching process. The theoretical foundation upon which her eclectic use of various skills is based is that of cognitive-behavioral theory and LifeModel Works. 

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I believe our work begins with an understanding that we are physiological, psychological, and spiritual persons. Because of this belief, Christian principles are blended with compatible psychological techniques and theories in order to promote psychological, relational, and spiritual growth through counseling. Coaching is a process that promotes positive change, but the overall decision to change and apply various techniques is the sole choice and responsibility of the client. I primarily provide for neurodiverse couples and families.

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My desire is for people to walk in freedom and overcome whatever may be in the past or what is going on in this present. The message I teach is one of hope and freedom and overcoming through the power of Jesus Christ. There is no exclusion clause in Jeremiah 29:11!

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In His Service,
Rev. Stephanie C. Holmes, EdD, MA
 

Autism Spectrum Resources is owned and operated by Dr. Stephanie C. Holmes and is separate from other services.