Columbus's behavioral health sector registered 47 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS update, representing less than 1% of the national weekly total. This includes 20 new providers added this week, contributing significantly to the 22 new providers recorded this year. The city's behavioral health landscape is composed of 39 individual practitioners and 8 organizations.
Credential Mix and ABA Capacity
Within the individual providers, the data shows 5 RBTs. Notably, there were no BCBA or dual BCBA+RBT credentials reported in this update. This absence of BCBAs is a critical indicator for the ABA industry, as RBTs require direct supervision from a BCBA to deliver services. Other mental health professionals are present, including 8 LISWs, 4 PhDs, and various counselors, indicating a broader behavioral health ecosystem beyond ABA-specific roles.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Columbus is predominantly female, with 27 female providers making up 69% of the total, compared to 12 male providers, who constitute 31%. No specific organizations were noted as appearing multiple times in this update, suggesting a diverse market rather than dominance by a few large multi-state chains. The current credential mix highlights a significant need for BCBA-level professionals to support the RBT workforce and expand ABA access in Columbus.
