White paper | May 5, 2025AI Solutions for Autism Care Artificial intelligence (AI) is demonstrating promising applications in autism early diagnosis, augmenting clinical workflows and facilitating communication for people with autism. Read White Paper
Video | April 1, 2025Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month by Moving Toward Greater Inclusion It’s time to move beyond awareness and toward true inclusion. Support is not about changing individuals with autism – it’s about embracing them for exactly who they are and who they want to become. Watch video
White paper | March 3, 2025Mastering the Payer-Provider Partnership in Autism and Other I/DDs In this white paper, we highlight the value of adding parent-mediated interventions to the menu of treatment options. Read White Paper
In the news | February 6, 2025What Happens When an Autism Screening Flags More Mild Cases A Drexel University study found that pediatricians using a standardized screening tool identified potential autism in toddlers five times more often than expert diagnosticians. However, only half of flagged families pursued a free follow-up evaluation, compared to 92% in usual care. In Psychology Today, Catalight’s Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., and Lindsey Sneed, Ph.D., emphasize the need for high-quality assessments and early intervention. Read News
Press release | December 30, 2024Study Confirms the Validity of the New Parental Stress Scale for Families of Children with Autism and Other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Psychometric study of Catalight’s Parental Stress Scale for families with an intellectual or developmentally disabled child published in the “Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders” shows the tool to be a viable measure. Read press release
Article | November 26, 2024Small Steps Leading to Big Changes: How One Family’s Journey with RUBI Transformed Their Son’s Independence and Confidence After graduating from Catalight’s newest parent-led treatment program, Princess and Ping Saria were empowered to better help their 12-year-old autistic son, Micah, overcome his anxiety and engagement challenges. Read article
In the news | November 25, 2024Jade Health Announces Strategic Partnership with Catalight to Offer Discounted RUBI Training Program to BHCOE Accredited Organizations Jade Health, a streamlined service for accrediting and credentialing autism care providers, partnered with Karen Bearss, Ph.D, Vice President of Caregiver-Mediated Care Solutions, to offer BHCOE Accredited organizations an exclusive discount on Catalight’s RUBI Program. This collaboration helps to expand access to evidence-based training for parents managing challenging behaviors in children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Read News
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
White paper | October 21, 2024The Power of Caregiver-Led Autism Care In this white paper, we highlight the value of adding parent-mediated interventions to the menu of treatment options. Read White Paper
Article | August 16, 2024Engaging Your Child: Fun and Effective Activities Playing with your child can help stimulate their growth and development. Explore these indoor and outdoor ideas that will keep them active and engaged. Read article
