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David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D, Executive Director and Marcia Questel, MS Ed, BCBA, Externship Coordinator Association for Science in Autism Treatment Did you know that the Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) is primarily a volunteer-based organization? First and foremost, since the beginning, ASAT’s mission has been to disseminate evidence-based treatment options (backed by well-conducted,…
David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D Association for Science in Autism Treatment Did you know that the Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) is primarily a volunteer-based organization? The important work that ASAT does to promote science-based treatment for individuals with autism could not happen without our volunteers. Currently, ASAT has dozens of volunteers working diligently…
Franca Pastro, BA The Victoria Autism Expo in British Columbia, Canada, was held on February 3rd, with a great turn out of parents, grandparents and professionals attending. It was an emotional experience for me to meet so many parents and family members who had their own individual stories to share. These stories showed not only…
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…
Conducted by Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member Franca: How many brothers/sisters do you have? Leigh: I have an older sister, Ruth, who is three years my senior and a brother, Sam, who is 11 years my junior – we are all very close. My parents also provided treatment foster care, starting when I was 16, so…
Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member and Parent Franca: Dr. Maria Thompson Corley describes Malcolm, her 16-year-old son who was diagnosed with autism, as a sweet, funny, friendly, loving young man. She is also quick to add that, “although his challenges are great, his gifts far outnumber them.” Dr. Corley: Thirteen years ago, at the…
Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member and Parent Peggy Halliday, MEd, BCBA, ASAT Board Member The following links showcase a non-exhaustive list of publications and websites of other organizations that provide important information about autism across the lifespan. ASAT developed this list because there is a shortage of high quality resources readily available to support…
Conducted by Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member and Parent Franca: How about we begin with you sharing with us a little bit about your daughter, Allison Beverley: Allison was diagnosed with autism at two years and nine months and just turned 22 this summer. Allison loves her chubby pet pug dog, Henry, and also…
By Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member and Parent In this issue of Perspectives, we are featuring Connor Archer and his organization, The Courageous Steps Projects, a fundraising organization that honors and supports people who have taken steps to overcome challenges. We have also conducted an interview with Connor’s mother, Jessica Archer, who gave us…
Conducted by Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member and Parent Perspectives Coordinator Franca: With great excitement, I have the opportunity to interview you, Pam, for the first of a series of interviews in our Lifespan section. One of our goals is to provide encouragement to families and professionals by showcasing passionate, dedicated parents like you…
Conducted by Franca Pastro, BA, ASAT Board Member and Parent Franca: Tell us a bit about your youngest son, Alex. Barbara: Alex is an active, happy 22-year-old young man whose life is severely impacted by his autism, which includes significant communication deficit, an intellectual disability, and seizure disorder. He was diagnosed with autism on…