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David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D, Sunita Chhatwani, MSc, MEd, Adriane Miliotis, MA, BCBA, LBA, Beatriz Querol-Cintrón, MS, BCBA, LABA(MA) Association for Science in Autism Treatment Children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) live in every part of the globe. Worldwide, it is estimated that one in 36 children are diagnosed with ASD (Maenner, et al.,…
By Beverley Sharpe, ASAT Board Member Andrew Kavchak is a retired federal civil servant who lives in Ottawa, Canada, with his wife and two sons. Andrew’s younger son was diagnosed with autism in December 2003, and his name was placed on a waiting list for ABA treatment. At that time, Andrew discovered that Canada’s public…
Dear Ms. Croke, We at the Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) would like to commend you for your article, Spectrum Designs will provide opportunities for those on the autism spectrum. At a time when so many adults with autism are unemployed or underemployed, it is imperative that we raise awareness of this situation and…
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D, is the part time Executive Director of ASAT and Past-President, a role he served from 2006 and 2012. He is the Co-Editor of ASAT’s newsletter, Science in Autism Treatment… Read moreHe received his PhD in clinical psychology from Rutgers University in 1993. Dr. Celiberti has served on a number of…
I am a case manager at a small program for adults with autism. We offer a variety of vocational and residential programs. I see the value of incorporating the Quality of Life concept into what we do, but I am confused about how to actually do it. Can you help me understand the best ways…
Source Dear Ottawa Citizen, First and foremost, we want to thank you for publishing the editorial by our colleague Beverley Sharpe, “A national strategy for autism would help save families and save taxpayers’ money. So where is it?” What a powerful account of a mother’s journey to help her daughter with autism realize her fullest…
Donor Wall 2017 In addition to our entire board of directors, we acknowledge the following 2017 donors. Without their support, our important work could not be carried out. Benefactors $1,000 – $1,999 Peter and Karen Young Kathryn Dobel Eric Lane Alliance $500 – $999 Phyllis Freidt (In honor of Peggy Halliday) Sara Stojkvic Ali and Bernie Webb…
David Celiberti, Brian Fennell, Preeti Chojar, Franca Pastro, Sabrina Freeman, Mary Jane Weiss, and Vincent Winterling As an organization, we have long been committed to the promotion of evidence-based practices for all individuals with autism across the lifespan. Because autism is typically a lifelong developmental disability, many individuals with autism have a myriad of needs…
We have a home-based intervention ABA program for our son. What are some helpful suggestions for managing the steady stream of professionals in our home? Answered by Beverley Sharpe, parent of a 22- year-old daughter with autism. Opening your home to therapists, behavioral consultants, and other providers is part of effective treatment for your child.…
Donor Wall 2018 In addition to our entire board of directors, we acknowledge the following 2018 donors. Without their support, our important work could not be carried out. Benefactor $1,000 – $1,999 Eric Lane Alliance $500 – $999 Kathryn Dobel Phyllis Freidt (in honor of Peggy Halliday) Sara Stojkovic Alison and Bernie Webb Patron $100 – $499 Nina…
Interviews with Leaders in the Field of Autism In this section you will find candid conversations with leaders in the field of autism and its treatment, research methodology, and understanding the impact of pseudoscience. Interview with Rita Gardner (Melmark) about successes and challenges in ABA Interview with Rita Gardner (Melmark) about the crisis in adult…