Adulting with Autism
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 at the table… we are the table.
Ranked among Apple’s Top 200 Podcasts (All Categories), Adulting with Autism is proof that our voices are resonating worldwide.
Join us Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays as we move beyond survival, build authentic lives, and create legacies that last.
Because autism isn’t broken. It’s just a different frequency — and the world is finally tuning in.
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Adulting with Autism
Autistic Adulting Transitions: Neurodivergent Independence Hacks | Joanna Lilley Interview
Stuck in autistic adulting transitions? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April (autistic OT) interviews therapeutic consultant Joanna Lilley, M.A., NCC, on supporting neurodivergent young adults (18-29) through post-high school, college, or mid-20s hurdles. With 10+ years in adolescent mental health, wilderness therapy, and higher ed coaching, Joanna matches families with resources for independence—focusing on skill-building, parent boundaries, and real-world launches without over-parenting.
From transcript insights: Gaps in proactive adulting prep (e.g., phasing out routines before 18), myths of "launch-ready" neurodiverse kids, and hacks like short skill lists (driving, laundry), safe roommate vetting, budgeting for nests (first/last rent + buffer), and college schedules to beat loneliness/gaming ruts. For autistic young adults feeling dependent or parents navigating "disheveled households," Joanna's empathetic-direct approach (honesty + collaboration) empowers change—no judgment, just actionable steps.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & Joanna's Background
2:30 - Why Young Adult Consulting?
8:45 - Gaps in Neurodivergent Support
15:20 - High School to College Transitions
22:10 - Mid-20s Independence Hacks
30:00 - Parent Boundaries & Roommates
40:00 - Budgeting & College Habits
50:00 - Outro
Sub on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for unmasked tips—reviews build the squad! Linktree for full eps, Joanna's site (lilyconsulting.com—book consults/videos/podcasts), and Adulting with Autism merch: 'Dynamite' tees for transition resilience or 'Magic Shop' hoodies for independence vibes. Your biggest adulting gap? Comment! Follow @adultingautismbts on TikTok for clips.
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