In the news | June 1, 2025Using Common Sense to Weigh the Pros and Cons of Vaccination In an op-ed about how vaccine benefits far outweigh perceived risks, Col. Eric Flake, M.D., interviews Catalight Chief Clinical Officer Doreen Samelson, Ed.D. – who shares the personal story of her son’s Rubella-related disabilities to illustrate the cost of skipping vaccines. 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 | 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
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 3, 2025Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Tips on How To Create a More Inclusive Environment Simple ways you can help people with developmental disabilities feel more comfortable. 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
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, 2024Catalight Teams Up with AI Company Nabla to Reduce Clinician Workload Behavioral Health Business, reports on Catalight’s partnership with tech company Nabla that incorporates its AI-powered ambient assistant for Catalight to automatically transcribe client conversations. For clinicians, the new tool decreases burnout, saves time and allows more focus on patient care, thereby enhancing support for the families Catalight serves. 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
In the news | October 24, 2024Interventions to Help Children Trouble Sleeping In an article for Undivided, a resource that supports parents of children with disabilities, Dr. Doreen Samelson writes about the importance of maintaining a consistent sleep routine for children with disabilities. She suggests using tools like visual schedules and transition prompts when preparing them. Read News
