Ben Pfingston

Senior Research & Data Analyst

Ben is a Social Psychologist and Senior Data Analyst driven by a commitment to advancing our understanding of autism. With a Master of Science in Social-Personality Psychology, he brings over seven years of dedicated research experience to his work at Catalight.

His core expertise lies in social cognition, with a specific focus on bidirectional communication between individuals with autism and those without. Through his academic research, Ben investigated how non-autistic individuals interpret the thoughts and feelings of autistic individuals to bridge understanding and reduce communication friction.

As Catalight’s Senior Research and Data Analyst, Ben directly applies this psychological expertise to real-world impact. He leverages the organization’s rich clinical data to uncover meaningful, data-driven insights about autism spectrum disorder. This work is essential for ensuring that Catalight’s clinical strategies and support services are evidence-based, effective, and tailored to best serve autistic individuals and their families.