Upstate Carolina Autism Associates

Upstate Carolina Autism Associates Mental Health Service Provider Specializing in Autism in Easley SC

See you tomorrow!!
06/03/2026

See you tomorrow!!

WHAT CLINICIANS NEED TO KNOW......
06/02/2026

WHAT CLINICIANS NEED TO KNOW......

🎉NeuroConnect Social Gathering is THIS Thursday! 👀Looking for a welcoming space to connect with other autistic adults in...
06/02/2026

🎉NeuroConnect Social Gathering is THIS Thursday! 👀

Looking for a welcoming space to connect with other autistic adults in the Upstate? Join us for our monthly NeuroConnect Social Gathering this Thursday, June 4th, from 6:00 PM–7:30 PM at Game Kastle in Taylors, SC!

NeuroConnect is a community-focused social opportunity designed specifically for autistic adults (18+) to build connections, explore shared interests, and enjoy meaningful social interaction in a supportive, neuroaffirming environment.

📅 Thursday, June 4th
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Game Kastle
2854 Wade Hampton Blvd
Taylors, SC 29687

✨ Meet new people
✨ Enjoy games and conversation
✨ Practice social connection in a low-pressure setting
✨ Connect with others who understand your experiences

Please note: Participants are responsible for their own food and beverages.

💙 NeuroConnect is proudly sponsored by Upstate Carolina Autism Associates, where our mission is Bridging Care, Connection, and Community for autistic individuals and their families.

📲 Pre-registration is encouraged!

🎉 What an incredible day at our 2nd Annual Mental Health Rocks Event at the Easley Farmers Market! 💚🎨A heartfelt THANK Y...
06/02/2026

🎉 What an incredible day at our 2nd Annual Mental Health Rocks Event at the Easley Farmers Market! 💚🎨

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out to paint rocks, share encouragement, connect with neighbors, and help spread awareness that mental health matters.

At Upstate Carolina Autism Associates, our mission is Bridging Care, Connection, and Community. Events like Mental Health Rocks remind us that healing happens when communities come together, support one another, and create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and understood.

While May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, mental health is not something we should only talk about once a year. Mental health impacts every aspect of our lives—our relationships, work, families, physical health, and overall well-being. Every conversation, every act of kindness, and every effort to reduce stigma helps create a stronger, healthier community for everyone.

Whether you painted a rock, stopped by to learn more, volunteered, or simply shared a smile, you helped send an important message:

💚 It's okay to ask for help.
💚 It's okay to talk about mental health.
💚 No one should have to face life's challenges alone.

Thank you to our community partners, and everyone who continues to support mental health awareness throughout the year. Together, we are building a community where people can find hope, connection, and support when they need it most.

📍 Learn more about our services, community programs, trainings, and upcoming events at:

🌐 UpstateCarolinaAutismAssociates.com

💙 THANK YOU FOR MAKING THE SAFETY FIRST SYMPOSIUM A SUCCESS! 💙Our hearts are full as we reflect on the incredible suppor...
06/02/2026

💙 THANK YOU FOR MAKING THE SAFETY FIRST SYMPOSIUM A SUCCESS! 💙

Our hearts are full as we reflect on the incredible support shown at the Safety First Symposium and Safe Summer Send-Off.

A sincere thank you to all of the attendees, families, caregivers, autistic individuals, professionals, first responders, and community members who joined us to learn, connect, and strengthen the safety net that supports our community.

We are especially grateful to our outstanding presenters:

🚔 Greenville County Sheriff's Office for sharing valuable information about safety, communication, and community partnerships and with training on Operation Safe Outcomes.

🤝 The Arc of South Carolina for their advocacy and dedication to empowering individuals with disabilities and their families with their ALERT training.

We also want to recognize and thank the many first responders from Pickens County and surrounding communities who took time to attend this training. Your willingness to learn, collaborate, and better understand autism and neurodiversity demonstrates your commitment to serving all members of our community with compassion and professionalism.

A special thank you to our community vendors and resource partners:

✔️Mobile Crisis Unit
✔️ Family Connection of South Carolina
✔️Safeline of Pickens County

Your presence and willingness to share resources help connect families with critical supports that can make a meaningful difference in their lives.

As a parent of autistic adults and a mental health professional, I know firsthand that safety is built through relationships, education, and community collaboration. Events like this remind us that we are stronger when we work together.

Thank you for helping us fulfill our mission of Bridging Care, Connection, and Community.

Together, we are creating a safer, more informed, and more inclusive future for autistic individuals and their families.

💙 With gratitude,
The Upstate Carolina Autism Associates Team

Navigating the "rule", not the exception!
06/01/2026

Navigating the "rule", not the exception!

Come check us out and paint a rock! We are so excited to see you!!
05/30/2026

Come check us out and paint a rock! We are so excited to see you!!

This May, for Mental Health Awareness Month, Upstate Carolina Autism Associates is reminding our community:💚 You are not...
05/29/2026

This May, for Mental Health Awareness Month, Upstate Carolina Autism Associates is reminding our community:
💚 You are not alone.
💚 Support exists.
💚 Mental health care should be accessible, practical, and neuroaffirming.
💚 Community resources matter.
💚 Asking for help is a strength.
For autistic children, teens, adults, and caregivers, mental health support often includes more than talk therapy. It may include:
✅ Emotional regulation support
✅ Sensory awareness
✅ Executive functioning skills
✅ Family communication tools
✅ Caregiver education
✅ Community connection
✅ Crisis and safety planning
📣 Join us for upcoming community events:
🎉 Safe Summer Send-Off
📅 May 29, 2026
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
A community resource and safety-focused event for families.
🪨 Mental Health Rocks
📅 May 30, 2026
🕘 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Easley Farmers Market
A Mental Health Awareness Month event focused on connection, encouragement, and resources.
If you or your family are looking for autism-informed mental health support in Upstate South Carolina, visit UpstateCarolinaAutismAssociates.com or call/text (864) 835-8409.
Upstate Carolina Autism Associates
Bridging Care, Connection, and Community

Caregiver burnout does not mean you are failing. 💚It means you’ve been carrying a lot for a long time — emotionally, men...
05/28/2026

Caregiver burnout does not mean you are failing. 💚

It means you’ve been carrying a lot for a long time — emotionally, mentally, and physically. Supporting others while trying to hold everything together is hard.

You deserve support, rest, and compassion too. Taking care of yourself is not selfish; it’s necessary.

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402 East 1st Avenue
Easley, SC
29640

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