Resilience Coaching Collective

About Resilience Coaching Collective

Welcome to Resilience Coaching Collective! A neurodiversity-affirming podcast where autistic adults and allies explore evidence-based, constructional approaches to resilience, emotions, and meaningful change. Facilitated by certified BCBA, executive & resilience coach Belle Stikeleather, each episode features raw, unfiltered discussions with recurring autistic contributors (Aaron, Mina, Alex, and more). We draw from the pioneering constructional approach of Israel Goldiamond, expanded by T.V. Joe Layng, and rooted in B.F. Skinner’s science, focusing on building strengths and repertoires rather than eliminating “problem behaviors.” Expect compassionate, measurable strategies for: Bridging neurodivergent-neurotypical communication gaps Understanding behaviors through their function and possible patterns Fostering collective belonging through RCC (Resilience Coaching Collective) tools Whether you’re an autistic adult, family member, educator, community leader, mental health or behavioral professional, this is your space for growth without stigma, turning conversations into actionable, long-lasting resilience. Earn high-quality CEUs (QABA / BACB) affordably! Many episodes feature expert guests from the fields of behavior analysis, mental health support, and unique abilities support, and are eligible for continuing education units (CEUs) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board (QABA). Available for just $9.99 USD per credit. Disclosure: The Resilience Coaching Collective podcast is intended for educational, informational, and peer-support purposes only. The conversations shared in this podcast reflect the personal experiences, perspectives, and opinions of the individual participants and should not be considered medical, psychological, legal, or other professional advice. Discussions may include topics related to mental health, physical health, medications, sleep, stress, burnout, personal challenges, and other sensitive experiences. Listeners are encouraged to consult a qualified healthcare or mental health professional regarding questions or concerns about their individual circumstances, including any decisions related to medications or treatment. The experiences discussed in this podcast are personal and may not reflect the experiences of every individual. Mention of any product, medication, treatment, organization, or resource does not constitute an endorsement. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please contact an appropriate emergency service or qualified professional in your area. Hit subscribe! New episodes weekly (backlog gems from 2025 + fresh 2026 sessions). Start transforming challenges into capabilities today! #ResilienceCoachingCollective #ConstructionalApproach #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #BCBA

Publisher

Maribel C. Stikeleather, M. Ed., BCBA, QBA, LBA

Category

business · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Feb 2025

Latest episode

15 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Building Resilience Through Choice, Connection & Inclusion: A Special Conversation with Bethany Ritz and Belle Stikeleather

   What happens when behavioral science meets creativity, community, and lived experience? In this collaborative episode, Belle Stikeleather joins Bethany Ritz on WSLR’s The Best of Us: Being Human in Sarasota for a conversation about resilience, neurodiversity, and creating communities where more people can participate, contribute, and belong. Together, they explore the constructional approach to behavior change, building repertoires from existing strengths, meaningful choice and assent, creati...

2. 

   5 Sept 2026

   When Trying Your Best Feels Like Too Much: Rethinking Success and Resilience

   In this episode of the Resilience Coaching Collective, the group explores our complicated relationship with failure—and how setbacks can become part of growth rather than the end of the road. Through honest reflections on health, work, education, burnout, expectations, and personal goals, the conversation examines how perspective, self-awareness, and realistic boundaries can shape the way we define both failure and success. The episode closes with a reminder that resilience is a process: lear...

3. 

   5 Sept 2026

   Finding Balance in an Unbalanced World: Justice, Harmony, and Resilience

   In this episode of the Resilience Coaching Collective, we explore the interconnected ideas of balance, justice, order, and harmony through philosophy, psychology, history, ethics, and even music. Drawing on the ancient Egyptian concept of Ma’at, the discussion examines how extremes can create instability, why opposing forces often need one another, and how greater balance can support personal growth, healthier relationships, and a more grounded approach to life. The episode ultimately invites...

4. 

   30 May 2026

   Beyond Labels: Shattering Barriers in Autism & Mental Health

   Note: This episode was recorded in 2025, the language used during the session was Tag-Lish (a combination of “Tagalog, main language in the Philippines, and English”). In this special Autism Awareness Month episode of Coaching for Change, we take a deep dive into the intersection of autism and mental health, and why it’s time to move beyond labels and focus on individual experiences, needs, and strengths. We’ll explore the misconceptions, stigma, and systemic challenges that autistic individu...

5. 

   23 May 2026

   BTS (K-Pop) Unpacked: What Neurodivergent Fans See That Others Miss

   This episode was a recap from November 02, 2025. Explore BTS beyond the beats with Mina L. Sayson! From their 2013 Bulletproof Boy Scouts debut to the minimalist 2017 rebrand (“BTS is ARMY, ARMY is BTS”), learn about member origins (RM, the underground rap prodigy, Jungkook, the golden maknae, V, the idol of idols) and four epic album eras. School Trilogy → teen rebellion (N.O.: chase your dreams) HYYH → youth in limboLove Yourself → self-love vs. toxic romance (Idol: artist or sellout? Own ...

6. 

   30 Apr 2026

   Sensory Oasis: Providing Choices, and Designing Calmer Spaces for Neurodivergent People

   Please note: Before we jump in, we want to name our intention: this is a learning conversation grounded in lived experience. We’re not here to judge people or businesses—our goal is to identify what helps, what gets in the way, and how small changes can improve comfort, dignity, and inclusion across the community. This episode was from a workshop organized by Behavioral Teaching Solutions (BTS) LLC on April 28, 2026, as part of the Autism Awareness Month celebration, with the support of...

7. 

   11 Mar 2026

   Neurodiversity Unfiltered: Candid Talk with Pediatric Neurosurgeon Dr. Tod Maugans, Resilience Coach Belle Stikeleather & Autistic Voices

   This podcast episode is a raw, heart-open unfiltered conversation that cuts through the noise, hosted by Maribel “Belle” Stikeleather, Certified Resilience Coach, behavior scientist (BCBA, QBA, LBA-NY), PhD candidate in Applied Behavior Analysis, and founder of Behavioral Teaching Solutions—joined by Dr. Todd Maugans, MD, retired pediatric neurosurgeon whose decades as professor, chief of pediatric neurosurgery, and compassionate clinician gave him a front-row seat to neurodiversity’s real li...

8. 

   12 Feb 2026

   Music as Medicine: How Neurodivergent Minds Harness Songs for Resilience and Healing

   Fear, struggle, and acceptance—these are universal experiences that music can heal, transform, and even save us. In this episode, join our neurodivergent co-hosts and a seasoned resilience coach as they explore the powerful role music plays in building resilience and connection. It's not just noise—it's medicine for the soul, designed specifically for YOU. Imagine discovering how legendary musicians—Mozart, Bowie, David Byrne—may have been neurodivergent, and how their unique minds shaped the...

9. 

   6 Feb 2026

   Neurodivergent Intimacy & Relationships | Live Webinar Replay with Sarah, The Autistic OT

   In this powerful webinar replay from Resilience Coaching Collective, join Belle Stikeleather (BCBA & resilience coach) and special guest Sarah, autistic, deaf, non-binary occupational therapist, educator, author, and disability advocate—for a heartfelt, identity-affirming conversation on neurodivergent relationships, intimacy, and building nourishing connections. Sarah shares her journey as a queer, non-binary, autistic advocate (including her historic role as the first openly autistic an...

10. 

    28 Jan 2026

    The Spectrum of Identity: Autism and Bipolar Disorder with Ret. Gen. Gregg Martin

    In this engaging conversation, retired General Gregg Martin joins a diverse group of individuals to discuss the complexities of neurodivergence, particularly focusing on autism and bipolar disorder. Each participant shares their personal experiences, highlighting the challenges and strengths associated with their diagnoses. Greg emphasizes the importance of understanding neurodivergence not just as a set of challenges but as a spectrum that includes unique strengths and abilities. The discuss...

11. 

    18 Jan 2026

    From Diagnosis to Thriving: The Tran Family Story | Live Webinar Replay

    In this heartfelt webinar replay from Resilience Coaching Collective, host Belle Stikeleather (BCBA & resilience coach) welcomes Sunny & Johnny Tran from San Diego to share their inspiring story of raising their autistic daughter Kyla (now 15), alongside her two siblings. From early red flags at age 2 (limited eye contact, pointing, and response to name) to diagnosis, intensive early intervention, and years of collaboration with Belle’s team, Sunny & Johnny reflect on: Embracing n...

12. 

    13 Jan 2026

    Inclusive Employment & Parenting Transitions | Live Webinar Replay with Dr. David Bergmark

    In this candid, hopeful open forum from Resilience Coaching Collective, host Belle Stikeleather (BCBA & resilience coach) welcomes Dr. David Bergmark (founder of Waypoints ABA) for a deep dive into systemic challenges and practical, strength-based strategies for neurodivergent individuals and families navigating parenting, transitions to adulthood, and inclusive employment. Joined by autistic co-hosts (Aaron, Pao, Alex) and inspiring parents (Becky, Tambria, Danny), the discussion covers:...

13. 

    7 Jan 2026

    Autistic Voices Unfiltered: Validating Anger, Grief & Injustices in a World That Shuts Us Down | Spectrum Speaks Coaching Session

    In this raw, heart-pounding during one of the Spectrum Speaks coaching sessions, facilitated by certified BCBA, resilience coach, and neurodiversity advocate Belle Stikeleather (Founder, Behavioral Teaching Solutions & Spectrum Speaks), autistic contributors Aaron, Mina, Alex, and the team dive deep into the emotions society fears: anger as a signal for injustice, sadness as grief from betrayal, and frustration from one-way communication breakdowns. “If you get really angry, that’s often ...

14. 

    2 Nov 2025

    Beyond the $10 Lawsuit: How Sarah, The Autistic OT, Lives Sensory Freedom

    Sarah Selvaggi Hernandez, the first openly autistic Deaf elected official, shares her 2017 win, 2024 lawsuit victory for disabled communication rights, and “Living Sensory.” Daily sensory strategies to sustain advocacy without burnout. Sensory needs are neurological necessities, not luxuries. With just $10 from her settlement, she fueled joy and resilience. Learn to build your sensory toolkit, prevent overload, and thrive while fighting injustice. Key Takeaway: Honor your senses with $10 or...

15. 

    31 Mar 2025

    Unmasking Autism: The Hidden Cost of Masking, and Why It Hurts | Live Webinar Replay

    Autism Awareness Month (April 2025): Launching of Spectrum Speaks (with Aaron, Pao, & Sarah) In honor of Autism Awareness Month, this special episode of Coaching for Change dives into a powerful and often overlooked topic: masking - the act of camouflaging or suppressing one’s autistic traits to fit in with societal expectations. Join our keynote speaker, one of our co-host, Aaron Freed, a neurodivergent writer with Behavioral Teaching Solutions, as he shares his lived experiences a...

16. 

    15 Feb 2025

    The Life-Changing Power of the Constructional Approach

    In this episode of Coaching for Change, we explore the Constructional Approach, a powerful framework developed by Dr. Israel Goldiamond (1974, 2002) that shifts the focus from eliminating problems to building meaningful skills and behaviors. Instead of asking, “How do I stop this?”, we ask: Where do you want to go?Where are you right now? How will you get there?How will your goals be maintained?Additional Questions by Coach Bella: What are the barriers?Why is this important to you?We’ll ...

17. 

    15 Feb 2025

    Why I Started This: My Unexpected Journey to Resilience Coaching

    In this foundational episode (recorded 2025 as the intro to “Coaching for Change”), host Belle Stikeleather (BCBA, QBA, LBA-NY) opens up about her unexpected path to becoming a resilience coach and behavior scientist. From studying diplomacy and international relations to working aboard a luxury cruise ship, teaching in the UAE, discovering the Competent Learner Model (CLM) Program, earning her BCBA certification, and now pursuing a PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with a focus on coach...

18. 

    15 Feb 2025

    Welcome to the Resilience Coaching Collective | Intro & Vision

    Welcome to Resilience Coaching Collective! Note: This episode was recorded in 2025 under the working title ‘Coaching for Change.’ The heart, mission, and content remain the same—now fully embodied as Resilience Coaching Collective. (Recorded in 2025 as the intro to “Coaching for Change” — this timeless episode shares the original vision that evolved into our current name and mission.) In this heartfelt introduction, host Belle Stikeleather (BCBA & resilience coach) shares her journe...

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