Press release | January 19, 2026Leading Nonprofit Catalight Brings Value-Based Autism Care to the Global Stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos Catalight is taking part in the World Economic Forum in Switzerland Jan. 19-23 where it’ll be hosting two expert panels and a gathering of world leaders. CEO Susan Armiger will take part in third panel on brain health and will be interviewed by CBS News about healthcare sustainability. Read press release
In the news | January 6, 2026Patient Safety Predictions for 2026 Patient Safety & Healthcare asked experts for predictions on 2026 trends in patient safety and care quality. Catalight Chief Clinical Officer Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., highlights a pivotal shift in autism and I/DD care as research drives more personalized approaches aligned with individuals’ unique goals. Read News
Press release | November 19, 2025CBS Global Health Documentary Series Showcases Catalight’s Commitment to Personalized Autism Treatment Through Value-Based Care Model In a new CBS Global Health documentary, Catalight President and CEO Susan Armiger details Catalight’s personalized, value-based approach to autism care – designed to expand access, reduce costs and improve family outcomes. Read press release
Video | November 19, 2025Catalight’s Proven Value-Based Care Model Succeeds in Improving Access and Sustainability in the Behavioral Health Industry Catalight’s shift to value-based care improves autism access, cuts costs and boosts family-centered outcomes. By emphasizing personalized goals and parent-mediated support, the non-profit shows quality care can be faster and more effective overall now. Watch video
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 | 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
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 | 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
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
Press release | June 26, 2024New Podcast on Innovative Autism and Other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Care Launches Today Catalight launches a new podcast, What’s Up With Catalight!, about innovative care for people with autism and other developmental disabilities Read press release
