Charlotte's behavioral health sector saw 52 providers registered in the latest CMS update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This concentration highlights Charlotte's role as a growing regional hub for behavioral health services. The local workforce includes 41 individual practitioners and 11 organizations, indicating a mix of independent professionals and structured clinics.
ABA Credential Mix
Within the individual providers, the data shows 9 BCBAs and 8 RBTs. It's important to note that these credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 provider holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, signaling a common career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. This unique ratio of nearly one BCBA for every RBT among registered providers indicates a strong supervisory foundation for direct care services, though NPI registration for RBTs can vary.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Charlotte is predominantly female, with 38 female providers (93% of individuals), compared to 2 male providers (5%) and 1 nonbinary provider (2%). No specific organizations were noted as appearing multiple times in this update, and there are no cities with inflated counts due to corporate headquarters registrations. This data suggests a stable, female-dominated workforce with a robust supervisory capacity among registered ABA professionals, which could support expanding access to care in the Charlotte area.
