David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
Although ASAT is fortunate to have an exceptional Board of Directors and Professional Advisory Board, our readers know that we also take great pride in highlighting the many volunteers who support ASAT in meaningful ways. In this installment, we are pleased to feature Dr. Lisa Tereshko, one of our most industrious contributors. Based in Massachusetts, Lisa has been a dedicated member of our Scientific Review Committee (SRC) since joining the team in 2021 and is among its longest-serving members.
Our appreciation for Lisa would be incomplete without sharing some context about the vital work of the Scientific Review Committee. The SRC evaluates and disseminates scientific research across the full spectrum of autism treatments, ensuring that ASAT’s published content reflects the highest standards of scientific integrity and evidence-based practice. In recent years, Lisa has authored five treatment summaries and one article—links to these published works are included below.
- Ashkenazi, J., & Tereshko, L. (2025). A treatment summary of peer modelling. Science in Autism Treatment, 22(2).
- Datillo, S., & Tereshko, L. (2026). A treatment summary of modelling. Science in Autism Treatment, 23(7).
- Tereshko, L. (2023). A treatment summary of visual activity schedules. Science in Autism Treatment, 20(6).
- Tereshko, L. (2025). A treatment summary of functional behavior assessment. Science in Autism Treatment, 22(8).
- Tereshko, L., & Mauk, J. (2024). A treatment summary of chelation. Science in Autism Treatment, 21(4).
- Tereshko, L., & Marya, V. (2024). Science Corner: Understanding the review process of peer-reviewed articles. Science in Autism Treatment, 21(7).
A look through Lisa’s writing reveals her remarkable ability to distill complex research into clear, accessible summaries that offer meaningful recommendations to researchers, practitioners, and consumers alike. Her article on how peer-reviewed studies are evaluated provides a helpful introduction for consumers and an illuminating resource for students just beginning their professional careers, many of whom will eventually become authors and researchers themselves. Across every contribution, Lisa demonstrates a deep commitment not only to scientific rigor, but also to ensuring that evidence-based information is understandable and practical for a broad audience. Her thoughtful scholarship, attention to detail, and consistent dedication to ASAT’s mission have made her an invaluable member of the SRC.
With respect to her day job, Lisa wears many hats. She serves as the Assistant Dean of Research at the Institute for Applied Behavioral Science at Endicott College, where she also chairs the Graduate Curriculum Committee and acts as Vice Chair of the Institutional Review Board (IRB). She oversees the master’s thesis experience and teaches thesis courses for the master’s program and the Advanced Scholarship in Behavior Analysis course in the doctoral program. When she’s not advancing research, integrating sustainability into ABA, or mentoring students, Lisa can often be found remodelling her home or enjoying a run outdoors.
Thank you, Lisa. We are grateful for the time, energy, and expertise you so generously share with our readers, and we look forward to your continued contributions in the years ahead.
Reference for this article:
Celiberti, D. (2026). Celebrating Dr. Lisa Tereshko. Science in Autism Treatment, 23(8).
