In this personal episode of Autism Axis Network: The Village, Chardonnay shares the story that shaped her purpose from supporting her nephew's autism journey to becoming both a professional in the field and a parent navigating her own child's diagnosis.

This episode is dedicated to Miss Connie the first caregiver prospective I was introduced to outside of my own family. Although I did not mention her my name in this episode, she played a major role in shaping my path toward becoming a speech language pathologist.

I love you forever, Ma.

Welcome to Autism Axis Network: The Village.

In this first episode, I share the personal story behind why this podcast exists from my family’s first experience with an autism diagnosis, to my journey working in speech clinics, therapeutic schools, and behavior therapy, and ultimately becoming a parent to a child on the spectrum.

This episode sets the foundation for what The Village is all about: real conversations, practical understanding, and support that extends beyond services and therapy rooms.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unheard, or like you were carrying too much on your own this space is for you.

You were never meant to do this alone.