San Diego's behavioral health sector recorded a total of 57 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, with 24 new registrations this week alone. This represents 1% of the national weekly total, indicating San Diego's consistent contribution to the country's behavioral health workforce. Of these, 54 are individual practitioners and 3 are organizations.
ABA Credential Mix
Among individual practitioners, the data shows 5 BCBAs and 20 RBTs. It is important to note that these credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 provider holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, signifying a career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. The ratio of BCBAs to RBTs suggests a moderate supervision capacity, which is crucial for the quality and accessibility of ABA services. Beyond ABA-specific credentials, San Diego also saw registrations for other behavioral health professionals, including 3 LCSWs, 2 LPCCs, 1 SUDRC II, 1 PSY.D., 1 MHRS, and 1 APCC.
Workforce Demographics and Trends
The individual provider workforce in San Diego is predominantly female, with 43 female providers accounting for 80% of the total. 8 male providers constitute 15%, and 3 providers identify as nonbinary, making up 6%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this update. The influx of 24 new providers this week suggests a dynamic and expanding behavioral health workforce in San Diego, potentially enhancing access to care for local families and individuals.
