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Indiana Resource Center for Autism

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism staff conduct outreach training and consultations, engage in research, and develop and disseminate information focused on building the capacity of local communities, organizations, agencies, and families to support children and adults across the autism spectrum in typical work, school, home, and community settings. The Indiana Resource Center for Autism does not promote one method or a single intervention. Instead, IRCA staff strives to address the specific needs of the individual by providing information and training on a variety of strategies and methods.



Pam Anderson
Outreach Specialist
e-mail: pamander@indiana.edu
Indiana Institute affiliations since 2008
Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Family and Professional Collaboration



    Donna Beasley    , Associates Degree
    Administrative Program Secretary
    e-mail: dbeasley@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 1989
    Educational Institution(s): Ivy Tech Community College
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Computer Graphic Design
  • Conference Planning
  • Office Management and Support



    Scott Bellini    , Ph.D.
    Assistant Director
    e-mail: sbellini@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 1996
    Educational Institution(s): California State University-Fullerton, Indiana University-Bloomington
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Applied Research
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Psychological/Psychoeducational Assessment
  • Social Skills for Children and Adults



    Catherine Davies    , M.Sc.
    Educational Consultant
    e-mail: daviesc@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 2008
    Educational Institution(s): University of Wales: Cardiff, University of Wales: Swansea
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Structured Teaching



    Kim Davis    , MS
    Research Associate
    e-mail: davisk@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 1978
    Educational Institution(s): MacMurray Collage, Indiana University-Bloomington
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Behavior Support
  • Movement Difference and Sensory Dysfunction
  • Person-Centered Planning



    Melissa Dubie    , MS
    Research Associate
    e-mail: mdubie@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 2003
    Educational Institution(s): Indiana State University, Ball State University, Indiana University-Bloomington
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Sexuality
  • School Resources



    Brian L. Ketzner    , Associates Degree
    Family Mentor
    e-mail: bketzner@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 2005
    Educational Institution(s): ITT tech
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Benefits Information Network



    Cathy Pratt    , Ph.D.
    Center Director
    e-mail: prattc@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 1987
    Educational Institution(s): University of Illinois, Indiana University-Bloomington
    Area(s) of expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Disability Policy
  • Family Support
  • Positive Behavior Supports



    Beverly Vicker    , MS
    Speech Language Specialist
    e-mail: vickerb@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 1981
    Educational Institutions(s); University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Speech-Language Communication



    Marci Wheeler    , MSW
    Social Work Consultant
    e-mail: mwheeler@indiana.edu
    Indiana Institute affiliation since 1983
    Educational Institution(s): Indiana University-Bloomington
    Area(s) of Expertise:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Family Issues and Disabilities
  • Accessing State Resources and Information