8+ Years: Letting Go of Guilt: Virtual Autism MyTime

Guilt. Regret. Second-guessing. Sound familiar? 

Many parents of Autistic children carry guilt that lingers for years, about missing early signs, choosing the “wrong school”, losing their patience, or just not having the energy some days. 

Together, we’ll discuss where guilt shows up, why it’s so persistent, and how to begin letting it go with compassion for ourselves. 

In this peer group, we’ll explore: 

• Why guilt hangs on, even years after diagnosis 

• How our parenting expectations can quietly punish us 

• Letting go of comparisons and perfect parent’ pressure 

• Ways to reframe the past and give yourself credit 

Who is this event for: 

• This Virtual Autism MyTIme is for parents and carers of Neurodivergent children 8+years, including those who are exploring or awaiting a diagnosis 

• These sessions are just for parents and carers. If you’re a professional, please click here to visit our Professionals page for more information. 

This event is facilitated by Kristy 
Kristy is a proud mum to Dash, who is Autistic and has ADHD, just like his mum. She’s passionate about connecting with other families and celebrating neurodivergent joy and all the strengths that come with thinking differently. 

Who This Event Is For 

• This session is designed for parents and carers of Autistic and neurodivergent children aged 8+ years, including those who are exploring or awaiting a diagnosis. 

• These sessions are just for parents and carers. If you’re a professional, please click here to visit our Professionals page for more information. 

 What to Expect  

• Interactive sessions guided by an experienced Autistic parent peer facilitator 

• A welcoming space to talk, connect, share experiences and learn together with other parents and carers. 

• Sessions are not recorded to respect and protect participants’ privacy 

 Important Information: 

• This event will be held online via Zoom.  

• By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the MyTime member consent statement.  

• As part of your event registration, you’ve been added to our mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time. 

• If you have any accessibility requirements or questions, please contact us at mytime@belongsidefamilies.org.au 

• Belongside Families provides general information, peer support, and shared lived experience— we do not provide medical/professional advice or counselling. Any information shared during the event is intended to support and empower families and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice or care. 

• MyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and nationally coordinated by the Parenting Research Centre. 

Belongside Families is a not-for-profit organisation that supports parents and carers of children with disability, developmental delay, autism, genetic or rare conditions, and medical needs. Our team members are all parents and carers themselves, and that lived experience is at the heart of everything we do.