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Adulting with Autism

April Ratchford MS OT/L

ADULTING WITH AUTISMA movement for neurodivergent adults, created by autistic occupational therapist April Ratchford, OTR/L. Adulting with Autism is a global community for autistic and ADHD adults navigating independence, relationships, college life, careers, emotional regulation, and real-world executive-function challenges. With over 2.7 million downloads, April blends lived experience, clinical insight, and honest conversation to guide neurodivergent adults into their next chapter of growth. Each

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38:08

Reclaiming Joy After Loss: Stacie Shifflett on Life...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/06/14

Send us a text Certified high-performance coach Stacie Shifflett joins April Ratchford to talk grief, reinvention, and emotional resilience. From losing her son to rebuilding life after divorce, Stacie shares real tools for navigating trauma, redefining success, and creating joy. For parents of autistic adults and anyone in transition, this is your reminder: you can reinvent your life. 🔗 modernconsciousness.com | 💬 Message us on Buzzsprout 📲 IG: @adulting_autism | 💌 Email:

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32:24

Rewire Your Mindset: Madelaine Weiss on Success,...

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2025/06/11

Send us a text In this empowering episode of Adulting with Autism, we're joined by Madelaine Weiss—Harvard-trained psychotherapist, mindset master, and author of Getting to G.R.E.A.T.. With decades of experience helping high performers reclaim clarity and calm, Madelaine dives deep into how neurodivergent individuals can stop self-sabotaging, manage stress, and finally thrive—both professionally and personally. Whether you're wrestling with imposter syndrome, emotional overload, or simply wan...

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30:47

Break Free from Limiting Beliefs: Habit Freedom with...

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2025/06/07

Send us a text Are your beliefs holding you back? In this transformative episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford sits down with international coach, speaker, and human behavior expert Anna Shilina—author of Habit Freedom—to unpack how neurodivergent adults can shift from limitation to liberation. 🎯 Learn how to: Identify and challenge self-sabotaging thoughtsBuild the high-achiever identity you admireReframe autism as a superpower, not a setbackCreate evidence to support

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33:57

Overcoming Self-Sabotage: How Performers Can Reclaim...

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2025/06/04

Send us a text What if you could stop self-sabotaging and start thriving—on stage and off? In this transformative episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford sits down with Dr. Albert Bramante, a powerhouse talent agent with over 20 years in the entertainment industry and a Ph.D. in Psychology. A certified hypnotist and NLP practitioner, Dr. Bramante shares how actors and creatives can silence imposter syndrome, rewire their thinking, and perform at their peak—even under pressure. Y...

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39:05

Trauma, Truth, and the Path to Healing: Susan Snow on...

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2025/05/31

Send us a text 🎉 Birthday shoutout to my sister Heather and OT school BFF Ashley—thank you for cheering me on every step of the way! In this deeply moving episode of Adulting with Autism, I sit down with Susan Snow—author, coach, speaker, and daughter of slain LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams. At just 17, Susan witnessed the aftermath of her father’s ambush, sparking a decades-long battle with PTSD, depression, and emotional isolation. But that’s only where her story begins. We talk raw

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37:48

Trauma, Truth, and the Path to Healing: Susan Snow on...

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2025/05/31

Hey Podbean Fam! 💚 It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨ Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱 If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout: 👉

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38:26

Unlocking Your Inner Power: David Alan Brown on...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/28

Hey Podbean Fam! 💚 It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨ Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱 If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout: 👉

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39:05

Rewriting the Autism Narrative: Clain Udy’s Path to...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/28

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, I’m joined by Clain Udy—corporate leader, autism dad, speaker, and author of Rebranding Autism. Clain shares how a strengths-based approach transformed his own son’s path and sparked the creation of First Ascent, a groundbreaking 12-week program helping autistic young adults align their careers with who they really are. 🎧 We unpack: Why strength identity matters more than fixing deficitsHow neurodivergent minds can thrive in

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41:21

Rewriting the Autism Narrative: Clain Udy’s Path to...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/28

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, I’m joined by Clain Udy—corporate leader, autism dad, speaker, and author of Rebranding Autism. Clain shares how a strengths-based approach transformed his own son’s path and sparked the creation of First Ascent, a groundbreaking 12-week program helping autistic young adults align their careers with who they really are. 🎧 We unpack: Why strength identity matters more than fixing deficits How neurodivergent minds can thrive in the

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32:46

Autism, Anxiety & the Nervous System: A Somatic...

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2025/05/24

Feeling stuck in your head? It might be time to listen to your body. In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, we’re joined by Ellen Slater, somatic therapist, author, and founder of the Head & Heart Healing Model. Ellen takes us on a gentle but transformational journey through somatic therapy, helping us understand how trauma, especially in autistic and neurodivergent bodies, lives not just in memory—but in our nervous systems.We unpack trauma bonding, emotional shutdown, and the real

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31:53

Autism, Anxiety & the Nervous System: A Somatic...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/24

Hey Podbean Fam! 💚 It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨ Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱 If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout: 👉

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38:46

Unlocking Your Inner Power: David Alan Brown on...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/21

Hey guys, hey—happy Wednesday! Welcome back to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we say goodbye to “normal” and hello to neurodivergent brilliance. This week, we’re diving deep into the power of self-talk—not the scary, spiraling kind, but the kind that unlocks real transformation.We’re joined by David Alan Brown, a spiritual teacher, identity coach, and truth-teller who helps people move from stuck to soul-powered. In this episode, David shares how reclaiming your inner dialogue can lead to

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34:20

Burnout to Breakthrough: Jamie Gantt’s Journey from...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/17

🔥 Ever dreamt of quitting the 9-to-5 grind and radically rewriting your life? Meet Jamie Gantt — former corporate climber turned world-traveling coach, speaker, and soon-to-be author of Becoming Myself. In this soul-stirring episode of Adulting with Autism, Jamie unpacks what it means to burn it all down to build a life rooted in purpose, especially as a neurodivergent woman reclaiming her voice.🧠 We talk: Why burnout is your body’s wisdom, not failure Redefining success outside neurotypical

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37:02

Declutter Your Mind: How Trauma, Neurodivergence, and...

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2025/05/14

Hey guys, hey! It’s April—your favorite autistic OT and host of Adulting with Autism, the podcast that believes life skills are sexy and your home should feel like peace, not pressure. In today’s heart-expanding episode, we’re joined by Helen Sanderson, the UK’s leading clutter therapist and author of The Secret Life of Clutter. Helen brings years of therapeutic insight to explore how our outer environments reflect our inner worlds—especially for those with autism, ADHD, and trauma. Whether it’s the

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35:39

Unmasking Authenticity: Healing, Identity & Faith...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/10

Hey there, beautiful soul! 🌟 Ready for a raw and powerful conversation that will inspire you to show up as your authentic self?In this episode of Adulting with Autism, we sit down with Reverend Jocelyn Jones—author, speaker, ordained minister, and founder of Faith on the Journey—as she takes us on a transformative journey through faith, identity, emotional healing, and the courage to remove the mask. 💬 Topics We Cover: Breaking free from societal and cultural masking Navigating life as a

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29:31

Living With Hyperthymesia: Frank Healy on Healing,...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/07

Hey guys, hey – happy Wednesday! I’m April, your favorite autistic OT and host of Adulting with Autism – the podcast where life skills are sexy, healing is real, and neurodivergent voices finally get the mic. Whether you're a parent guiding your autistic young adult or you're that young adult figuring it out one meltdown and meme at a time, this is your judgment-free zone to laugh, learn, and level up. 🧠💬 In today’s episode, we’re diving deep with Frank Healy, one of only 100 people on the planet

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34:44

Breaking Free from Fear: Eric Simpson’s Journey from...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/05/03

Feeling stuck in fear? You're not alone — and this episode with life coach Eric Simpson will help you break free. After leaving a high-powered corporate job in the U.S., Eric took a leap of faith (literally — he skydives!) and rebuilt his life in the U.K., helping others conquer fear and design bold, fulfilling lives.If you're autistic, ADHD, or neurodivergent, and fear keeps blocking your next step, this episode is your permission slip to dream bigger. We unpack how to reframe fear, shift your

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29:53

The Science of Healing: Dr. Robert Melillo on Autism,...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/04/30

Hey guys, hey! 💛 It’s the final day of our 30 Days of Content celebrating Autism Awareness and OT Month, and we’re closing things out with a true pioneer in the field: Dr. Robert Melillo.Dr. Melillo is the author of Disconnected Kids, co-founder of Brain Balance Achievement Centers, creator of the Melillo Method®, and host of the Everything Brain podcast. With over 35 years of experience as a clinician, researcher, and professor, he’s helped transform how we understand and support neurological

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31:54

Revolutionizing Autism Support Through Tech: Amanda...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/04/29

Hey friend! 🌟 Ready to see how technology is transforming autism support from the inside out? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, we’re joined by Amanda Ralston—award-winning behavior analyst, international speaker, and founder of NonBinary Solutions and Noetic.ai. After 25 years in traditional ABA therapy, Amanda made a bold shift—trading clinics for code to build tech-driven, data-informed, neurodivergent-affirming tools that actually meet people where they are. 🧠 What we cover in this

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39:55

Unlocking Independence: Ed Roe on Autism, College,...

Adulting with Autism ·

2025/04/28

Hey there, friends! 💛 Pull up a chair and get comfy, because today’s episode of Adulting with Autism is packed with inspiration and real-world advice! We’re thrilled to welcome Ed Roe, Program Director at CIP Bloomington. With over two decades in K-12 education—and a personal connection to autism through his own son—Ed brings a deep, heartfelt understanding to the journey of building independent, confident lives for autistic young adults. 🎓 In this empowering conversation, you’ll discover: The

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