Miami's behavioral health sector registered 100 providers in the latest CMS update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This notable concentration highlights Miami's significance as a growing regional hub for behavioral health services, particularly within the ABA field. The local workforce is composed of 75 individual practitioners and 25 organizations, indicating a diverse ecosystem of independent providers and established clinics.
ABA Credential Mix
Within the individual providers, the data shows a strong presence of Applied Behavior Analysis professionals. There are 28 BCBAs and 54 RBTs. It is important to note that these credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 4 providers hold dual BCBA and RBT credentials, a common career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. The ratio of approximately one BCBA for every 1.9 RBTs suggests a healthy supervision capacity, which is essential for delivering high-quality, ethical ABA services.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Miami is predominantly female, with 63 female providers making up 84% of the total, compared to 12 male providers, who constitute 16%. No specific organizations were noted as appearing multiple times in this update, suggesting a fragmented but active market rather than dominance by a few large chains. This consistent growth in both direct-service RBTs and supervisory BCBAs indicates a dynamic and expanding ABA workforce in Miami, likely supporting increased access to care for local families.
