Press release | March 6, 2026Catalight Academy Grows Leading Nonprofit’s Autism and I/DD Clinical Training Capability Launched today, the expanded remote learning platform will create greater access by broadening delivery of modern, evidence-based care worldwide. Read press release
In the news | February 16, 2026HITea With Grace Podcast: Modernizing Autism Education and Care Models to Empower Families Catalight Vice President of Clinical Impact Brianna Fitchett joined the “HITea With Grace” podcast to discuss how parent-mediated and research-backed therapy is reshaping the future of autism and I/DD care. They highlighted how coaching parents and strengthening clinician training helps ease workforce strain and ultimately improve outcomes for families. Read News
In the news | June 16, 2025Making Summer Travel Easier: Helpful Tips for Autism Families Catalight Vice President of Clinical Impact Brianna Fitchett shares strategies for easy travel and routine disruptions as children with autism transition into summer. This article highlights how planning and familiar comforts can turn disruptions into chances for growth. Read News
In the news | April 4, 2025Wellbeing Over Standardization: A Better Approach to Clinical Training Vice President of Clinical Impact Brianna Fitchett writes in Autism Spectrum News about how Catalight Classroom is transforming autism care by helping clinicians add a personal touch to evidence-based treatments. This web-based learning platform moves beyond standard training by focusing on adaptive skills tailored to client’s values and level of need – prioritizing meaningful wellbeing over a one-size-fits-all approach. Read News
Video | March 31, 2025What Does Developmental Disability Awareness Month Mean to You and the People You Support? Hear what Catalight, Easterseals Hawaii and Easterseals Northern California employees had to say. Watch video
Article | March 24, 2025Photo Gallery: Elevate Your Impact Conference Kick Off and Podcast Release Check out photos from a special night commemorating the start of Catalight’s annual EYI conference and the release of the most recent “What’s Up With Catalight!” featuring local psychologist Dr. Liz Angoff Read article
Press release | November 19, 2024Catalight’s New Compass Behavioral Program Empowers Neurodivergent Teens and Young Adults Catalight this month launched Compass Behavioral – an innovative initiative offering neurodivergent teens and young adults life coaching that helps them build the essential skills they want and need to grow into adulthood. Read press release
In the news | April 24, 2024Unlocking the Power of Playdates for Kids with Autism “Today’s Kids in Motion” magazine for parents raising kids with special needs spoke with Catalight Vice President of Clinical Impact Brianna Fitchett, MA, BCBA, about the importance of scheduling playdates. Read how parents should seek to find compatible playmates, foster effective communication and select suitable locations and timings to guarantee the child’s playdate is enjoyable and stress-free. Read News
In the news | November 14, 20237 Powerful Tips for Planning Playdates for Children with Autism Playdates are an important part of childhood. They’re an opportunity to have fun, build friendships, and try new activities. For kids with autism and other developmental disabilities, playdates can be both a challenge and an opportunity to develop their social skills. Read News
