Catherine M. Brock is the new director of the The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Santa Ana, California. The Center is a collaboration of the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, the College of Educational Studies at Chapman University, the Children’s Hospital of Orange County, the Children & Families Commission of Orange County, and the William and Nancy Thompson Family Foundation.
Brock was the associate director of the University of Washington Autism Center and has 20 years of experience in research and treatment of autism.
“I have a clear mission to spearhead the center’s efforts to provide help and hope to individuals and families living with autism and neurodevelopmental disorders,” Brock said. “The Center comprises world-class clinicians, researchers and practitioners who are completely dedicated to having a meaningful impact on the lives of those here in the community whom we serve, and I am honored to partner with my new colleagues to lead our efforts forward.”