FAQ

Q: What does BCBA stand for?

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Q: Do you offer telehealth services?

Currently, all services are available via telehealth, if it is the appropriate modality for the support needed.

Q: Do you accept insurance?

I am in the process of identifying requirements to become credentialed with the various local insurances. This, along with the application process itself can take a considerable amount of time. I will update the website when this process is completed with which insurances I am able to accept. In the meantime, I will be private pay only.

Q: Do you offer sliding scale fees?

No, I don’t offer a sliding scale, but I am deeply committed to making my services accessible and equitable. To prioritize affordability, I provide a day-of payment discount of 80% and next day payment discount of 50%. My goal is to ensure that everyone who seeks our services can access the support they need, regardless of their financial situation. This discount is one way I strive to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all individuals and families. Additionally, we are working on becoming credentialed providers through Medicaid, and eventually other insurers. Given providers are not allowed to charge different rates for different funding sources (including both insurance and private pay), this day-of payment discount is the best way that I can ensure access to our services are accessible.

Q: How long do sessions last?

Session frequency and length will be determined collaboratively during the intake process.

Q: Can I or my child receive therapy if we are self-diagnosed or not diagnosed at all?

Given that diagnosis is only required when going through insurance, there is no such limitation placed on private pay services. As an autistic person, I am aware of how inaccessible diagnosis can be for a variety of reasons.

Q: Do you offer consultation services to other providers?

Yes! This is an area of great interest to me given my view that our field (ABA) and other “helping” fields will not progress into true neuro-inclusivity until people from the populations most served by the practitioners are themselves the majority of practitioners. “Nothing About Us Without Us”

With that in mind, consulting with other providers and organizations is a critical aspect of my work.

Q: How do I get started with services?

Send me an email at aelfers@perspectivesbehavior.com, and I will reach out to you!