Los Angeles's behavioral health landscape saw 83 providers in the latest CMS update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This consistent activity signals Los Angeles as a significant hub for behavioral health services. The local workforce comprises 72 individual practitioners and 11 organizations, indicating a diverse mix of practice structures within the city.
ABA Credential Breakdown
Focusing on Applied Behavior Analysis, the data reveals 9 BCBAs and 30 RBTs. It's important to note these credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 provider holds both BCBA and RBT credentials, often indicating career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. The ratio of approximately one BCBA for every 3.3 RBTs suggests a functional supervision capacity, which is crucial for maintaining the quality and ethical delivery of ABA services, ensuring RBTs receive adequate guidance. Beyond ABA, the area also includes other behavioral health professionals, such as LCSWs, a PSYD, and a CCC-SLP.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Los Angeles shows a notable gender distribution: 44 female providers (61%), 11 male providers (15%), and 17 nonbinary providers (24%). Among organizations, seven entities under the "WSSH Pediatrics" umbrella are registered in Los Angeles, likely reflecting corporate headquarters registrations for multi-state operations rather than direct local provider distribution. This data suggests a dynamic and diverse behavioral health workforce in Los Angeles, with a notable presence of RBTs indicating a strong demand for direct care services, pointing to an evolving landscape for ABA access and workforce development in the region.
