Frequently Asked Questions
What does BLE mean?
Great question! It stands for Behavioral Learning Engineers. Working in the heart of the Silicon Valley, we needed to come up with a simple and relatable way to explain what we did and how it was going to help the kids whose parents were of a majority, technology background. So, I referred to it as “brain engineering”. We designed/engineered kids’ programs and brains to be able to learn, manage and navigate the world around them using objective and measurable goals and data to guide our decisions.
What does BLE provide?
We provide a digital platform that connects behavior service providers (e.g. ABA therapists, Behavior Technicians, Behavior Interventionists, etc.) with kids diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) in need of additional support at home or in the community.
How does it work?
It’s simple. You contact us or create an account. Tell us a little bit about your child and their needs. Request a service day, time and location and one of our providers will confirm your request.
“We design and engineer kids’ programs and brains to be able to learn, manage and navigate the world around them”
What is the background of the providers?
All providers go through a vetting process in which we check background, references and experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) working with kids diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Most have more than 2 years of experience working with the ASD population and are RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certified.
Is BLE a primary service provider?
Yes and No. Our primary intention of the platform was to simply provide families with an easy alternative source for accessing behavior service providers. It is meant to fill in any downtime in the child’s schedule when primary services or other daily activities are not being carried out.
For example, if you wanted someone experienced in working with kids with Autism to accompany you and your child to Target, we wanted to provide a solution for that to happen, on demand and when you need it. Or, if you simply wanted an experienced person to just engage with your child at home every now and then such as on the weekends or after school when he or she has no other scheduled activities.
What do the providers work on when they arrive for the session?
If no specific instructions are given to the provider, then providers would be expected to work on generalizing social interactions using Applied Behavior Analysis principles as a guide. Such interactions are geared towards creating positive engagement and a continuity of learning in the home environment.
Our primary mission is to simply provide families with an easy alternative source for accessing behavior service providers.
Can you guys work on IEP (individual education plan) or private provider goals?
Yes. Simply type out the goal information and send them to the provider ahead of time so that he or she may prepare any lessons or materials to aid in the support.
Do you guys bill or work with insurance?
At this time we are only a private, out-of-pocket pay service that works directly with families.
Are there any initial assessment fees or contracts?
Absolutely not. That is one of the problems we are trying to fix with our program; reduce costs for families. You simply make your request and only pay for the time booked.
“One of the main problems we are trying to fix with our program is to reduce the cost burden for families.”
How much does it cost?
With average hourly rates for behavior service providers being $80-$100 per hour, WE WILL ALWAYS BE SIGNIFICANTLY BELOW. Please contact us for current rates.
How much time do we need to provide to make a reservation?
The more time the better. You can make a request whenever you’d like however, whether or not it gets filled will depend on the availability of providers.
My child enjoys physical interactions such as jumping on the bed, piggy back rides and outdoor physical play. Are the providers able to engage in these and/or any other related types of physical interactions?
To ensure the safety of both the child and the behavior services provider, ALL physical interactions (i.e. throwing, jumping, running, outdoor activities etc.) are left to the providers discretion.
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