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Adulting with Autism

April Ratchford MS OT/L

Adulting with Autism isn’t just a podcast — it’s a movement.We give autistic and neurodivergent adults the platform, voice, and validation they’ve always deserved. Here, we don’t mask. We don’t perform. We belong.Every episode brings honest conversations with leaders, advocates, and everyday people who are rewriting what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent adult. We talk life skills, independence, mental health, relationships, careers, and legacy — because autistic voices don’t just need a seat

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46:38

From Piano Prodigy to Career Coach: Unlocking Your...

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2024/06/26

Hey guys, welcome to another episode of Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we dive into the rollercoaster of adulthood through a neurodiverse lens. I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Join us as we share stories, tips, and laughs, offering a supportive space for anyone navigating life's twists and turns. Grab your drink of choice, no judgment, and let's embark on this journey together. This is

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39:50

How to Unlock Inner Peace: A Journey with Metta

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/06/23

Hey guys, welcome to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we dive into the rollercoaster of adulthood through a neurodiverse lens. I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Join us as we share stories, tips, and laughs, offering a supportive space for anyone navigating life's twists and turns. Grab your drink of choice, no judgment, and let's embark on this journey together. This is Adulting with

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44:05

The Friendship Formula: Making Meaningful Connections...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/06/19

Hey guys, welcome to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we dive into the rollercoaster of adulthood through a neurodiverse lens. I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Join us as we share stories, tips, and laughs, offering a supportive space for anyone navigating life's twists and turns. Grab your drink of choice, no judgment, and let's embark on this journey together. This is Adulting with

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37:58

Discovering Life-Changing Health Solutions: A Chat...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/06/15

Hey there, friends! Welcome back to another exciting episode of Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we explore the highs and lows of adulthood from a unique, neurodiverse perspective. I'm your host, April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Grab your drink of choice, no judgment here, and let's dive into today's episode!Happy Saturday, everyone! It's been a whirlwind of a week for me, and I'm sure it

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37:28

How To Find Balance: Exercise and Anxiety with Molly...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/06/12

Hey guys, happy Wednesday! Welcome back to another episode of Adulting with Autism. I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Today, I've got a couple of furry co-hosts—my black and white cat, Severus Snape and the ever-talkative Peter Pettigrew. They’re here to help me dive into a topic that none of us love but we all need—exercise. And no, not extra fries, but actual exercise! We've got a special

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40:31

Navigating Life and Success: An Inspiring...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/06/08

Hey guys, welcome to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we dive into the rollercoaster of adulthood through a neurodiverse lens. I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Join us as we share stories, tips, and laughs, offering a supportive space for anyone navigating life's twists and turns. Grab your drink of choice, no judgment, and let's embark on this journey together. This is Adulting with

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35:01

Embrace Your Unique Journey: Unleashing Potential...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/06/05

Hey guys, welcome to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we dive into the rollercoaster of adulthood through a neurodiverse lens. I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. Join us as we share stories, tips, and laughs, offering a supportive space for anyone navigating life's twists and turns. Grab your drink of choice, no judgment, and let's embark on this journey together. This is Adulting with

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37:56

How To Unleash Leadership: Ethical Insights with...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/05/29

Welcome back to another episode of Adulting with Autism! I'm April Ratchford, your friendly occupational therapist mom, proudly on the spectrum and raising an amazing young adult son with autism. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of leadership, especially through the lens of ethical leadership, as inspired by a recent experience my son Ahzerei had at work.We are joined by the insightful Shana Francesca, a keynote speaker, consultant, and workshop facilitator with expertise in

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54:17

How to Thrive with Neurodivergence: A Deep Dive with...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/05/22

Thriving with Neurodivergence: A Deep Dive with Dr. Matt - Adulting with Autism PodcastIn this engaging episode of the "Adulting with Autism" podcast, host April Ratchford and renowned clinical psychologist and advocate for neurodivergent individuals, Dr. Matt, explore the challenges, strategies, and triumphs of neurodivergent adulthood. From tackling misconceptions about neurodivergence to illuminating the importance of self-advocacy for neurodivergent individuals, the conversation is both

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37:39

A Riveting Journey with Sadie Dingfelder

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2024/05/15

Immerse yourself in the compelling episode of Adulting with Autism hosted by April Ratchford, an occupational therapist and proud adult on the autism spectrum. This enlightening episode delves into the intriguing world of face blindness or prosopagnosia, a condition affecting approximately 1% of the global population. Ratchford welcomes special guest Sadie Dingfelder, a former journalist who discovered she had face blindness just before turning 40. Author of the revealing book “Do I Know You? A

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39:33

How to Understand Trauma, Stress, and Healing through...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/05/08

Welcome to an eye-opening episode of 'Adulting with Autism', your go-to podcast for approaching the adventures of adulthood through a lens of neurodiversity. Dive into the intricacies of trauma and the effects it has on individuals' physical and emotional states, and explore the uniqueness of stress responses and trauma inflicted upon various aspects of life. We're joined by Michelle Brown, a functional nutrition specialist, traditional herbal medicine practitioner, and Ayurveda expert. Michelle

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24:26

Overcoming Trauma through Meditation

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2024/05/01

Welcome to another enlightening episode of 'Adulting with Autism'—a podcast celebrating the neurodiverse and fortifying its listeners with resourceful insights. Hosted by April Ratchford, a proud occupant of the spectrum, this episode delves into the transformative power of resilience and meditation.In conversation with Natalie Bedard, founder of 'Lift OneSelf', we explore how she bravely fought a life-threatening illness and raised her children solo. Natalie's journey of self-healing allowed her

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28:33

How Magnesium Can Improve Your Health

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/04/24

Ready to unravel the mysteries of magnesium? On this episode of "Adulting with Autism", host, April Ratchford, occupational therapist and mom on the autism spectrum, sits down with Natalie Jurado, expert on magnesium and founder of the therapeutic magnesium-infused moisturizer line, "Rooted". Learn about common symptoms of magnesium deficiency such as sleep problems, anxiety, muscle cramps, and chronic headaches and discover valuable tips and solutions for addressing these symptoms. Don't just learn

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29:02

How to Deal with Emotional Avoidance with Dr....

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/04/17

In this illuminating episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford engages in a profound conversation with renowned clinical expert, Dr. Michelle Maitenberg. The focus of their discussion is the underexplored concept of emotional avoidance, especially its connection with individuals on the autism spectrum. The duo draws upon real-life scenarios exhibiting emotional avoidance, offering practical advice for handling such situations effectively.Dr. Maitenberg, known for her comprehensive

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35:13

How To Stop People Pleasing

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/04/10

Welcome to a powerful and transformative episode of the 'Adulting with Autism' podcast hosted by April Ratchford. In this enlightening episode, April, an empathetic therapist, mother, and autism advocate, brings us into the intimate world of adults with autism, sharing their daily life struggles and victories. The episode's central theme is the pervasive issue of "people-pleasing," a common trap for parents, caregivers, and individuals alike.We welcome special guest Kara Regas, a certified life

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49:15

How to Embrace Neurodiversity with Storytelling...

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/04/05

Welcome to ‘Adulting with Autism', the podcast that provides a unique neurodiverse perspective on life's challenges. This episode features a fascinating conversation between host, April Ratchford, and guest, Erin Rodgers, a renowned storyteller, writer, and workshop facilitator committed to helping people capture their stories.Erin shares her personal experiences with autism and how she uses her insights to assist others in expressing themselves. With extensive experience working with notable

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44:36

Between the Lines: A conversation with Kristof Morrow

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/03/24

In this remarkable episode of 'Adulting with Autism,' meet our inspiring guest, Kristof Morrow, a well-acclaimed author and late-diagnosed Tourette's warrior. Listen to his fascinating journey filled with resilience, determination, and strength that propelled him to an impressive writing career with his books distributed across about 50 countries worldwide.This episode delves into the mechanics of Kristof's writing process, his unique relationship with words, and strategies to tackle writers'

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23:53

How to beat anxiety

Adulting with Autism ·

2024/03/16

Welcome to this exciting episode of our podcast, "Adulting with Autism: A Revolutionary Approach to Curing Anxiety". In this in-depth conversation, our host and veteran occupational therapist, April Ratchford, engages with special guest, Daniel Packard. Daniel, a mechanical engineer from UC Berkeley, shares his personal struggle with anxiety and the groundbreaking solution he developed from his 8-year research.In this episode, Daniel talks about his decade-long battle with anxiety, investing a

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24:03

Blueprint for Beating Anxiety from a Mechanical Mind

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2024/03/13

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22:22

Triumphing Over Digital Addiction and Thriving with...

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2024/03/08

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