Michigan continues to be a hub of behavioral health activity, reporting 496 total providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update. This represents 5% of the national weekly total for new and updated provider records. The state added 1 new provider this past week and a substantial 332 new providers this year, signaling consistent growth in its behavioral health workforce.

Within the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sector, the data reveals 21 providers holding a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential and 304 providers with a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential. It is important to note that 2 individuals hold both a BCBA and an RBT credential, indicating career progression for some in the field. The ratio of BCBAs to RBTs, approximately 1:14, suggests a high demand for supervisory capacity, as BCBAs are responsible for overseeing RBTs. Beyond ABA-specific credentials, the state also saw contributions from other behavioral health professionals, including 19 Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSW), 7 Limited Licensed Master Social Workers (LLMSW), and 4 Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), broadening the scope of care available.

The workforce demographics show a notable gender distribution among individual providers, with 350 female providers (78%), 74 male providers (17%), and 24 nonbinary providers (5%). Geographically, Farmington Hills stands out, appearing frequently in the provider list, especially for RBTs, suggesting it may be a significant center for ABA services. This consistent growth, particularly in the RBT workforce, indicates an expanding capacity for direct ABA service delivery in Michigan, though the BCBA-to-RBT ratio warrants attention for sustainable supervision models.