June 2025 Leading the Discussion A Patient’s Guide to ADHD Autism, Rubella and the Rising Fear of Vaccines Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast JUNE 2025Leading the Discussion The conversation surrounding autism surged nationally this month, bringing both new attention and renewed urgency to the needs of our community. At Catalight, we know that understanding autism means embracing its complexity and ensuring the voices of autistic individuals and their families are heard, respected and supported. Our Chief Clinical Officer, Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., helped further the dialogue by offering her expert perspective across major national news outlets – including Newsweek, The Hill, U.S. News and World Report, Fierce Healthcare, Behavioral Health Business News and other regional publications. As we continue working toward a more inclusive future, we remain committed to standing alongside the people we serve. __A Patient’s Guide to ADHD Catalight’s Chief Health Officer Tracy Gayeski, Psy.D., MBA, offers expert insight into ADHD’s evolving diagnosis, treatment options and how personalized support empowers individuals to better manage symptoms and succeed at every stage of life. Learn More __Autism, Rubella and the Rising Fear of Vaccines Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., Chief Clinical Officer at Catalight, shares a very personal story about her son’s exposure to rubella that highlights vaccine importance and her concern about rising hesitancy fueled by vaccine misinformation. Read Her Perspective __Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast Dr. Gayeski shares how Catalight is scaling personalized care, addressing social determinants of health and exploring AI’s role in shaping future care for individuals with I/DD. Hear the Podcast __Quick Links Huey Partners with Catalight to Help Democratize Access to Newest Autism Care Models Huey, a growing telehealth-based provider, partnered with Catalight to help democratize access to innovative, evidence-based and person-centered autism care for families across the United States. See the Catalight Difference Have You Heard the “What’s Up with Catalight!” Podcast? Tune in to “What’s Up With Catalight!” for the latest in developmental disability care, featuring special guests like Noble Peace Prize nominee Peter Hotez, one of the world’s foremost experts on vaccines, and AI entrepreneur Amol Deshpande.Listen In Wellbeing Over Standardization: A Better Approach to Clinical Training Vice President of Clinical Impact, Brianna Fitchett, shares how Catalight Classroom empowers clinicians to deliver personalized care – shifting autism treatment from standardized models to a wellbeing-focused approach that fits each individual – and thereby expanding their practice. Discover Classroom [email protected]2730 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598©2025 Catalight. All rights reserved. Unsubscribe
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