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The Center

The ABA For Disability Center primarily offers Applied Behavior Analysis services for Autism Spectrum Disorders and other moderate to severe disabilities and/or syndromes that are not subject to regression. The treatment provided is based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a scientifically validated approach recognized as effective for the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders and included in Guideline of the Italian National Institute of Health.

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Mission

The primary goal of ABA For Disability Center for ABA and Neurosciences is to provide access to treatment that is both effective and aligned with national guidelines, supporting the family in every phase and addressing the needs of each individual child, adolescent, or adult. The center aims to guide them through their journey toward social and professional integration. A key focus will be on family engagement, with attention to all family relationships, while also fostering opportunities for interaction and sharing with peers.

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Our Team

Valeria Pascale - Direttore ABA for Disability Centro ABA e Neuroscienze

Dr. Valeria Pascale

DIRECTOR
Psychologist, Behavior Analyst

Doctoral candidate at The Chicago School in Applied Behavior Analysis, licensed psychologist registered with the Order of Psychologists of the Campania Region, certified behavior analyst (IBA®️), and Director of ABA for Disability. She holds a Master’s degree in Behavioral and Cognitive Applied Psychology with a focus on Psychiatric Sciences and the neurobiology of impulsivity, a second-level Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis, a second-level Master’s in Clinical Neuropsychology, and a Master’s degree in Law.
She is an active member of the Professional Advisory Board of International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO), representing Italy, and serves on the editorial and peer review board of the Journal of Forensic Behavior Analysis. She is an expert in the field of OBM (Organizational Behavior Management) and is currently involved in specific research projects and experimental studies in this area.
She has extensive clinical experience in ABA-based interventions for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as other disabilities and psychopathological conditions, across children, adolescents, and adults. She actively collaborates with public (schools, universities, health authorities) and private organizations on research projects and clinical and training programs in Applied Behavior Analysis and Neuroscience.
She teaches in national and international training courses, is the lead author of manuals and peer-reviewed scientific articles, and is a frequent invited speaker at international conferences. In 2024, she received the Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis (SABA) international award for the project “Behavior Analysis in Prison,” which integrates behavioral principles and organizational systems in correctional settings.

Amilcare Calbi - RESPONSABILE AMMINISTRAZIONE E RISORSE UMANE Aba for Disability

Dr. Amilcare Calbi​

HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES

As administrative and accounting manager of various companies, both public and private, he has developed solid technical skills over the years. He has focused his professional interest on administrative management, and has also served as the Head of Human Resources Management, gaining much experience in the organisation, training, and evaluation of employees. Furthermore, he has acquired competency in the management of interpersonal relationships, skills classification, and administrative and managerial problem resolution.

Our Staff

Sara BASSANI - ABA for Disability
Dr. Sara Bassani

Psychologist, Behavior Analyst-BCBA, ABA Master Teacher

Teresa CONCILIO - ABA for Disability
Dr. Teresa Concilio

Doctor of applied behavioral and cognitive psychology, ABA therapist

Carmela GINOLFI - ABA for Disability
Dr. Carmela Ginolfi

Psychologist, Expert in Clinical Neuropsychology, ABA Therapist

Cecilia SALERNO - ABA for Disability
Dr. Cecilia Salerno

ABA therapist, professional Gestalth counselor

Carmen DE GENNARO - ABA for Disability
Dr. Carmen De Gennaro

Pedagogist, Behavior Analyst, IBA

Francesca SALERNO - ABA for Disability
Dr. Francesca Salerno

Nurse, ABA therapist

Giuseppe GIORDANO - ABA for Disability
Dr. Giuseppe Giordano

Psychologist, ABA therapist

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