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 right career environments
• Why parents, schools, and therapists must shift from fear to future-forward planning
• How to test real-world job fit without setting kids up to fail

Whether you're an autistic young adult, parent, educator, or therapist, this episode is full of actionable insights to launch futures—not just manage symptoms.

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Hey there! Ever feel like the autism narrative needs a major refresh? Well, you're in for a treat! Join us on Adulting with Autism as we chat with Clain Udy, an incredible advocate with personal and professional insights into autism. As the father of an autistic adult and the author of Rebranding Autism, Clain shares his journey of refocusing on strengths instead of deficits. Discover how his 12-week program, First Ascent, is guiding autistic young adults and their families towards fulfilling careers and independence.

Whether you're a parent, therapist, or young adult on the spectrum, this episode is a must-listen! Clain dives into why aligning careers with personal strengths is the key to lasting independence and what schools and therapists might be missing. So, grab your favorite drink, no judgment here, and let's change the way the world sees autism together!

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 reason talk therapy alone often isn't enough. Ellen also shares accessible tools to start your healing—like her favorite micro-practice: "Quiet the mind, open the heart" while brushing your teeth.

Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, highly sensitive, or just overwhelmed by life’s chaos, this episode is your permission to slow down, feel more, and heal deeply.

🎧 You’ll Learn:

• Why your body reacts before your brain
• How trauma bonding forms (and how to break it)
• Tips for integrating somatic awareness into everyday life
• Why neurodivergent adults often carry unprocessed sensory trauma

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• Learn more about Head & Heart Healing at ellenslater.com
• Join her monthly virtual community and retreats
• Follow Ellen on Instagram: @headandheartwise

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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 emotional clarity, freedom from perfectionism, and finally stepping into your purpose—no glitter, just grounded growth.

👉 Whether you’re navigating autism, anxiety, or just adulting, this episode is your permission slip to live with intention and truth. We’re talking practical tools, emotional honesty, and why authenticity isn’t just another buzzword.

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🎧 Tune in now and discover how to rewrite your inner script, one truth at a time.

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