San Diego's behavioral health sector now includes 74 providers according to the latest CMS update, representing 1% of the national total. This concentration marks the city as a notable regional hub for behavioral health services. The local workforce is composed of 67 individual practitioners and 7 organizations, indicating a landscape dominated by individual clinicians.
ABA Workforce Composition
Within the individual providers, the data shows a strong focus on Applied Behavior Analysis. There are 6 BCBAs and 29 RBTs. These credential counts are not mutually exclusive, although no providers in this update held dual BCBA and RBT credentials. The ratio of nearly five RBTs for every one BCBA suggests a high demand for direct-care staff, which may impact supervisory capacity. The update also included other licensed professionals, such as 4 LCSWs, reflecting a diverse behavioral health ecosystem.
Provider Demographics
The individual provider workforce in San Diego is predominantly female, with women making up 69% of the total, compared to 18% male providers. The data did not show any single organization appearing multiple times this week. This steady registration of direct-care RBTs points to a growing demand for ABA services and an expanding workforce to meet client needs in the San Diego area.
