New York added 372 behavioral health providers in the latest weekly CMS NPI registry update, representing 4% of the national total. This consistent activity highlights New York's significant and ongoing demand for behavioral health services and its role as a key state for workforce growth in the sector.

ABA Workforce Composition

Within the applied behavior analysis field, New York's latest update shows 22 BCBAs and 31 RBTs. One individual holds both BCBA and RBT credentials, a common marker of career progression from technician to supervisor. The ratio of RBTs to BCBAs, at approximately 1.4-to-1, is relatively balanced compared to other states, potentially indicating a healthier supervision capacity for direct service delivery. It's also notable that 4 providers hold a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential, often a state-level license layered on top of the national BCBA certification, which is essential for practicing ABA in New York.

Provider Demographics

Of the 330 individual providers, the workforce leans heavily female, with 270 (82%) identifying as female, 50 (15%) as male, and 10 (3%) as nonbinary. The update did not highlight any specific organizations appearing multiple times in this week's new registrations, suggesting a diverse distribution of new individual and organizational practices across the state.

This steady influx of providers, particularly in direct service roles, suggests continued efforts to expand access to behavioral health care in New York, with a relatively stable foundation for ABA supervision.