Houston's behavioral health sector saw an addition of 29 providers in the latest CMS update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This influx includes 24 individual practitioners and 5 organizations, signaling a consistent expansion of behavioral health services in the region.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Within the individual providers, the data shows 1 BCBA and 8 RBTs. No providers held dual BCBA and RBT credentials this week. One RBT also holds an M.A. credential, indicating a professional with both direct ABA therapy skills and a broader academic background. The ratio of 1 BCBA to 8 RBTs suggests a significant need for BCBA supervision to support the RBT workforce. Beyond ABA, the new individual providers also include a range of other behavioral health professionals, such as an LPC-A, an MS, LPC, an M.ED., LPC, an LCSW, an LPA, an M.ED., and a PHD, reflecting a broad spectrum of mental health services.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Houston is predominantly female, with 19 female providers making up 79% of the total, compared to 5 male providers. No specific organizations were listed multiple times in this week's update. This data suggests a diverse and growing behavioral health workforce in Houston, with a particular emphasis on direct ABA therapy roles, which will require ongoing supervisory support.
