Orlando's behavioral health sector registered 26 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, with 8 new providers added this week. This activity represents less than 1% of the national weekly total, indicating steady local growth. The new registrations include 22 individual practitioners and 4 organizations, reflecting a mix of independent professionals and clinic expansions within the city.
ABA Credential Mix
Within the individual providers, the data shows a notable presence of Applied Behavior Analysis professionals. There are 4 BCBAs and 10 RBTs. These credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 provider holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, signaling a career progression. The ratio of approximately one BCBA for every 2.5 RBTs suggests a functional supervision capacity for ABA services. Additionally, Orlando's behavioral health landscape includes 4 LMHCs, 4 LCSWs, 1 MA, CCC-SLP, and 1 M.D., indicating a diverse range of specialized support.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Orlando is predominantly female, with 16 female providers making up 73% of the total, while 6 male providers constitute 27%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's data, suggesting a fragmented market. With 7 providers holding multiple taxonomies, there's also evidence of professionals with diverse skill sets. This consistent addition of both direct-service RBTs and supervisory BCBAs, alongside other mental health professionals, suggests a growing and diversifying behavioral health workforce in Orlando, crucial for expanding access to care.
