Autism Social & Mental Health Conference
February 20, 2026 @ 8:00AM — 3:00PM Pacific Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Center: 8695 Spectrum Center Boulevard San Diego, CA 92123 Get Directions
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Autism Social & Mental Health Conference
JOIN US AT OUR 2026 AUTISM SOCIAL & MENTAL HEALTH CONFERENCE!
Autism Society San Diego is pleased to announce our 3rd annual conference with experts from around the country speaking.
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 for in person attendance. San Diego Regional Center funded participants can register HERE for virtual attendance.
Topics will include:
- Keynote presentation by Dr. Amy Van Hecke of Marquette University: It's Never too Late - Autistic Friendships, Mental Health, and Brain Development Across the Lifespan
- Grief and Loss in ASD/IDD
- Autism in Women
- Navigating Relationships with an ASD Family Member
- Autism and Technology: Social Help or Hindrance?
Resource Fair with over 20 local vendors, comprised of local agencies & companies who provide social & mental health services for autistic children, adults & their families.
Autism Spa where attendees may take a break and receive a mini therapeutic service such as massage, art therapy, sound therapy and more.
Box lunch and beverages for all attendees included.
*We will have a “sensory” room that will be available all day for autistic attendees who need a break throughout the day