San Diego's behavioral health sector recorded 84 total providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. The area saw 34 new providers registered this week, contributing to 37 new registrations this year. This total includes 66 individual practitioners and 18 organizations, signaling consistent growth in the regional workforce and a notable influx of new professionals.
ABA Credential Mix and Supervision
Among individual practitioners, the data shows 9 BCBA providers and 32 RBT providers. It is important to note that 3 providers hold both BCBA and RBT credentials, meaning they are counted in both categories and reflect a career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. This results in a BCBA to RBT ratio of approximately 1:3.5, suggesting a significant need for BCBA supervision given the larger RBT workforce. Additionally, 13 providers reported multiple taxonomies, indicating a diverse skill set beyond primary ABA roles, including other mental health professionals.
Workforce Demographics and Organizational Presence
The individual provider workforce in San Diego is predominantly female, with 50 practitioners, representing 76% of individual providers. 10 practitioners identify as male, making up 15%, and 6 providers identify as nonbinary, accounting for 9%. Among organizations, Mental Health Systems, Inc. appeared 12 times in the registry, and Kevin T. Murphy, MD A Professional Corporation appeared 2 times, highlighting their significant presence in the local behavioral health landscape. The ongoing influx of new providers, particularly RBTs, suggests a growing demand for and access to direct ABA services in San Diego.
