Dallas's behavioral health sector registered a total of 36 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, with 17 new registrations this week alone. This represents 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a localized but steady growth in the area's behavioral health workforce. Of these, 30 are individual practitioners and 6 are organizations.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Among individual practitioners, the data shows 2 BCBAs and 3 RBTs. It's important to note that no providers held dual BCBA and RBT credentials in this update. The ratio of BCBAs to RBTs is approximately 1:1.5, suggesting a relatively balanced capacity for supervision, which is crucial for maintaining the quality and ethical delivery of ABA services. Beyond ABA, the Dallas area also saw registrations for other behavioral health professionals, including 4 LPCs (Licensed Professional Counselors), 2 MDs, and 2 LCSWs (Licensed Clinical Social Workers), indicating a diverse range of mental health services.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Dallas is predominantly female, with 25 female providers accounting for 83% of the total. 4 male providers constitute 13%, and 1 nonbinary provider makes up 3%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's registry, suggesting a broad distribution of new organizational registrations rather than concentration in a few large entities.
This weekly data highlights a consistent, albeit modest, expansion of the behavioral health workforce in Dallas, contributing to the overall accessibility of care in the region.
