Autism Social & Mental Health Conference

JOIN US AT OUR 2025 AUTISM SOCIAL & MENTAL HEALTH CONFERENCE!

San Diego Regional Center funding is available using vendor code PY3056. You must request funding from your service coordinator and provide proof of funding approval in order to register using that option. San Diego Regional Center funded participants can register HERE

8am-9am Registration and Check In, Resource Fair open

9am-10am KEYNOTE SPEAKER: KATE SWENSON

Kate Swenson is a mother, author and speaker who shares her journey family's journey through an autism diagnosis, early intervention, and transition to school services, and the emotional toll these processes can take on a family. With over 1 million followers on social media, Kate strives to inspire and educate those who want to learn more and be part of the community of support for our autistic loved ones. With her popular blog, Finding Cooper's Voice, Kate Swenson has provided hope and comfort for hundreds of thousands of parents of children with Autism. Now, Kate shares her inspiring story in Forever Boy, a powerful memoir about motherhood and unconditional love. Learn more here: https://www.findingcoopersvoice.com/ and find her on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/findingcoopersvoice

10am-10:30am Networking/Resource Fair

10:30am-12pm AM BREAKOUT SESSIONS:

A. GENDER & SEXUAL ORIENTATION IN AUTISM- What is the connection?

B. PROFOUND AUTISM & THE MOVE TOWARD CLARITY

12pm-1:30pm Lunch/Networking/Resource Fair/Book signing

Box lunch and beverages for all attendees included.

*Spectrum Social Meet and Greet Lunch: A hosted, exclusive event for ASD adults in attendance.

Book Signing: With keynote speaker, Kate Swenson her book- “Forever Boy”

1:30pm-3pm PM BREAKOUT SESSIONS:

C. AUTISM PARENTS CAN NEVER DIE!

D. DEMAND AVOIDANCE-IS IT AUTISM, ADHD, ODD OR PDA?

RESOURCE FAIR: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Comprised of local agencies & companies who provide social & mental health services for autistic children, adults & their families.

*We will have a “sensory” room in Room 234 that will be available all day for autistic attendees who need a break throughout the day

We are pleased to announce that Regional Center funding is available and more information will be available soon.