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November 23rd, 2025

Neurodivergent Social App: Synchrony w/ Founders | Jan 2026

  1. Neurodivergent Social App: Synchrony w/ Founders | Jan 2026 April Ratchford MS OT/L 37:00

ND social isolation? Synchrony co-founders Jamie Pastrano (mom/CSW), Brittany Moser (M.A. autism specialist), and Rebecca Matchett (COO/entrepreneur) spill on their Jan 2026 launch: First AI-supported app for neurodivergent adults 18+—interest-matching, safety (ID/reference verification), and ‘Jesse’ AI coach for chats/boundaries (express feelings, decode flirty/friendly, protect comfort). From Jamie’s son Jesse inspiring the vision to global goals (US-based, accommodations for nonverbal/spectrum), it’s independence + community—no more cliffs, just synced belonging. For autistic/ADHD/AuDHD young adults grinding friendships/romance, parents supporting without overstepping, or OTs fostering skills, this ramble’s your toolkit—AI as confidence builder, not replacement.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro: Synchrony Founders & ND Social Gaps

1:07 – Origin: Jamie’s Son Jesse & Adulting Void

3:26 – App Features: Interest-Matching & Safety

5:59 – Jesse AI: Express/Understand/Protect Buttons

9:19 – Profile Building: Bio Gen & Independence

11:25 – Global Vision & Accommodations (Non-Verbal)

14:02 – Parent Role: Plant Seeds, Not Control

16:38 – Launch Jan 2026: Waitlist & Events

18:47 – Future: Offline Events/Employment Ties

20:35 – Why Now: Filling the 18+ Gap

22:12 – Where to Join: Socials/Waitlist

24:48 – Outro: Sync Up & Squad Perks

Sub on Acast for Season 3 Jan drops (rate/review to grow the squad!), share w/ a connection-seeker—tag ’em! Holiday squad alert: 30% off pod merch w/ code BLACK25 at Linktree in notes—’Dynamite’ tees for boundary bosses. Full promo for Synchrony (join waitlist at joinsynchrony.com). Keep fierce, keep focused, keep adulting with autism! #NeurodivergentSocialApp #AutisticFriendship #SynchronyApp #AdultingWithAutism #KeepFierce #NDAI #AutisticDating #NDCommunity #BTSARMY #AcastPodcasts

Stuck in ND isolation? Synchrony co-founders Jamie Pastrano, Brittany Moser, and Rebecca Matchett unpack their Jan 2026 app for neurodivergent adults 18+: AI ‘Jesse’ coach for social support (expressive language, convo decoding, boundary-setting), interest-based matching (top 10 hobbies first, % common shown), safety (ID/selfie + reference vouch from trusted like mom/therapist), and profile ease (AI bio gen from questions). Origin: Jamie’s 21-year-old autistic son Jesse’s adult social gaps (no mom/teacher forever)—global vision (US launch, accommodations for nonverbal/spectrum, voice-to-text). For late-dx young adults practicing independence, parents encouraging (plant seeds, not sign up), or OTs for skill-building (in-app chats transfer to real life), Synchrony’s ‘syncmates’ flips loneliness to belonging—no mainstream app fails, just ND-tailored human connection.

Links:

  • Full Episode: Acast (sub now!)
  • Synchrony Waitlist: joinsynchrony.com
  • Socials: @synchronyapp (IG/FB/TikTok—follow for launch)
  • Merch: Linktree in notes (BLACK25 for 30% off holiday!)

Your subs/ratings/shares amplify the squad—tag a sync-seeker! #AutisticSocialSkills #NeurodivergentAI #SynchronyLaunch #PodcastND #MentalHealthApp #UnmaskedConnections #ADHDIndependence #AutismAdulting #ResilienceApp #EmpathySquad


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I’m April, an occupational therapist, autism advocate, and the host of Adulting with Autism, a podcast dedicated to elevating the voices of late-diagnosed adults, parents, and professionals navigating life on the spectrum. As a mom to an autistic young adult, I blend clinical insight with lived experience—offering honest conversations, practical tools, and moments of levity for those walking similar paths.

I’m passionate about bridging generational gaps around neurodivergence, mental health, and independent living. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or neurodivergent adult yourself, my goal is to make sure no one feels alone in the process of “figuring it out.” When I’m not recording, you can find me writing, drinking too much espresso, or planning my second home in South Korea.