Orlando's behavioral health sector saw 37 providers in the latest CMS update. This represents 0% of the national total for the week, indicating a localized rather than nationally significant weekly influx. The area gained 15 new providers this week, contributing to 18 new providers this year. The workforce consists of 32 individual practitioners and 5 organizations.
ABA Credential Mix
Within the individual providers, the data highlights a strong presence in Applied Behavior Analysis. There are 6 BCBAs and 18 RBTs. These credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 4 providers hold dual BCBA and RBT credentials, reflecting a common career progression from direct service to a supervisory role. The resulting ratio of one BCBA for every three RBTs suggests a sustainable supervision capacity, crucial for delivering quality ABA services. Beyond ABA, Orlando also saw 4 LMHCs, 1 LCSW, 1 ATR, and 1 DBH, MPH, LMHC-QS.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Orlando is predominantly female, with 28 female providers making up 88% of the total, compared to 4 male providers. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this update. This growth, particularly in RBTs, suggests an expanding capacity for direct ABA services in Orlando, supported by a stable supervisory base.
