Centre for Neuro Skills Clinician Honored for Decades-Long Impact on Brain Injury Rehabilitation — Centre for Neuro Skills

Event summary

Chris Persel, regional director of clinical services at Centre for Neuro Skills, received the inaugural Enduring Contributions Award from the Brain Injury Special Interest Group of the Association for Applied Behavior Analysis International on May 23, 2026.
Persel has over 45 years of experience in brain injury rehabilitation, including more than 20 years in crisis intervention training.
Centre for Neuro Skills operates eight locations across California and Texas, providing post-acute brain injury rehabilitation programs.
The organization is accredited by the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence for demonstrating a commitment to the standards of excellence for applied behavior analysis services.

The big picture

The recognition of Chris Persel underscores the growing importance of specialized behavioral programming in brain injury rehabilitation. As the field evolves, the integration of interdisciplinary care models is becoming a key differentiator for providers. Centre for Neuro Skills' accreditation by the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence further solidifies its commitment to high standards in applied behavior analysis services. With thousands of patients treated since its founding in 1980, the organization continues to expand its footprint in California and Texas, addressing a critical need in post-acute care.

What we're watching

Industry Leadership: How Centre for Neuro Skills will leverage this recognition to strengthen its position as a national leader in post-acute brain injury rehabilitation.
Awareness and Access: Whether the increased awareness from this award will translate into more patients seeking treatment for brain injuries.
Professional Development: The pace at which Centre for Neuro Skills can attract and retain top talent in the field of brain injury rehabilitation.