Holding It All: A Fireside Conversation on Caregiver Stress. You’re Not Failing—You’re Carrying a Lot

​This workshop offers caregivers a rare opportunity to pause and be met with understanding. Guided by Jess Swanson a BCBA who is also a parent of a child with autism, this fireside-style conversation blends professional knowledge with lived experience to explore caregiver stress with honesty and compassion.

​Together, we’ll normalize the emotional load caregivers carry, share practical ways to build support, and create space for reflection and connection. This is not a lecture—it’s a shared conversation designed to help families feel seen, supported, and less alone in their caregiving journey.