Catalight

12/23/2025

A recent study by the University of Washington, UCLA and KarenBearss showed that 91% of paraeducators who received RUBIES training reported greater confidence in managing current behaviors of their autistic students. That compares to 46% in a control group. The new RUBIES training is a classroom version of Catalight's long successful parent-focused RUBI program.

https://bit.ly/4s9P43Z

A peer-reviewed study found that paraeducators across 39 U.S. public schools reported greater confidence supporting autistic students in the classroom after participating in RUBIES training – an adaptation of Catalight's parent-focused RUBI program.

12/17/2025

A new study led by researchers from the Catalight Research Institute highlights the impact of Compass-Behavioral, a personalized coaching program, in helping autistic youth and young adults set goals and build skills for everyday life.

The study reviewed data from 234 participants who completed at least ten sessions:

☑️ Most participants focused on self-management and social communication
☑️ Improvements were seen in sleep, coping skills and confidence
☑️ Even short-term coaching made meaningful differences at home, school and in the community

Read the full study to learn how structured, goal-focused coaching can make a real difference:

Study shows autistic youth and adults improve executive function and wellbeing through Catalight’s Compass-Behavioral coaching program.

12/15/2025

Today is the last day to take advantage of early bird pricing for this year’s Elevate Your Impact Conference! 🎉

Register today and join us for our support conference on March 12 and 13, 2026: https://bit.ly/4oTvvuk

12/12/2025

The Elevate Your Impact Conference program is LIVE! 🎉

This year's theme, Evidence in Action, brings together experts pushing the boundaries of what effective, compassionate, evidence-based care can be.

Here’s a sneak peek of what’s ahead:
- Explaining a Diagnosis to Kids (And Their Parents, Too!) with Liz Angoff, Ph.D.
- How Much Support is Enough? Individualizing Evidence to Optimize Outcomes for Autistic Children and their Families with David Trembath, Ph.D., and Rachelle Wicks, Ph.D.
- Data-Driven Discoveries About Individual Differences in Autism with LeeAnne Green Snyder, Ph.D., & Aviya Litman.

Early bird pricing ends December 15, 2025. Register now to lock in your discount! https://bit.ly/44UXthQ

12/09/2025

When care focuses on quality, access, better outcomes and wellbeing follows.

In the latest clip, Trent Iden, Catalight’s Executive Vice President of Operations, highlights how prioritizing meaningful outcomes over volume enables Catalight to improve care and reduce costs simultaneously.

Watch the full video from CBS News to see how Catalight’s value-based care model is redefining what quality truly means in behavioral health: https://bit.ly/4pfHS4C

12/05/2025

By positioning wellbeing as a new standard of success for autism and I/DD care, Catalight’s Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Doreen Samelson, continues to shape what meaningful outcomes look like for individuals and families.

Her leadership and national impact were recognized by the 2025 Merit Awards for Healthcare, where she received the Gold Award for Influential Clinical Executives.

Under her direction, the Catalight Research Institute continues to advance applied research, expand equitable access through telehealth and deliver innovative tools that reduce behaviors and lower family stress.

Congratulations, Dr. Samelson, on this well-deserved recognition.

12/02/2025

1 in 31 children is diagnosed with autism—and too many families still wait months for answers. This Giving Tuesday, help Catalight eliminate the wait for care.

Click to learn more: https://bit.ly/44nvE1F

11/23/2025

This past Sunday, several Catalight employees hit the pavement to take on The Berkeley Half Marathon!

Our team’s commitment went beyond the miles, reflecting the care and passion we bring to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

A huge thank you and congratulations to everyone who ran, donated and cheered our team along the way. Your support strengthens the work we do every day for the communities we serve.

11/21/2025

Celebrating another milestone, Catalight received silver at the The Anthem Awards in the Health Impact Report category.

Taking the work of our entire team and telling the story of the impact we have made collectively in supporting more than 24,000 individuals makes us proud!

This honor reflects our dedication to driving meaningful change in behavioral health for autistic and other I/DD individuals.

We are also grateful for our partners at Kadiko for helping bring our work to life.

11/19/2025

Catalight took part in CBS News' Global Health documentary series spotlighting organizations addressing the most urgent health challenges of our time. The episode shows how Catalight’s proven and replicable value-based care model enhances personalized autism care and opens up access to services while simultaneously addressing skyrocketing healthcare costs.

The full documentary can be seen here: https://bit.ly/3JY1vPq

11/14/2025

There's no quiet on the Catalight set! Our virtual Elevate Your Impact conference is for autism experts to speak out about progressive support and innovation in the industry.

This year's theme is "Evidence in Action."

Join us on March 12 and 13 for !

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/42DDpj2

11/11/2025

From strengthening value-based partnerships to expanding access to care, Catalight’s CEO Susan Armiger, continues to lead innovative solutions that prioritize personalized care, meaningful outcomes and wellbeing for people with developmental disabilities.

Her leadership and impact were recognized at the 2025 The Stevie Awards for Women in Business last night, where she received the Silver Award for Innovative Woman of the Year in Healthcare.

Congratulations Susan on this well-deserved recognition. Your lifelong work to improve care, equity and human dignity is an inspiration.

Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/3JPPKu3