The San Fernando Valley's behavioral health sector saw 66 providers registered in the latest CMS update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This region added 47 new providers this week, all of whom are new this year, indicating a significant recent expansion. Of the total, 61 are individuals and 5 are organizations.
ABA Credential Mix
The data highlights a significant presence of ABA professionals, with 17 BCBAs and 31 RBTs. It is important to note that these counts are not mutually exclusive, as 2 providers hold both BCBA and RBT credentials, often indicating career progression from technician to supervisor. This results in an RBT-to-BCBA ratio of approximately 1.82:1, suggesting a relatively balanced supervision capacity within the region. Beyond ABA, the area also registered 3 Addiction Counselors (RADT) and 1 Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Workforce Demographics
Among individual practitioners, the workforce is predominantly female, with 43 female providers making up 70% of the total. Male providers number 17, accounting for 28%, with 1 nonbinary provider representing 2%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this update. Provider distribution is concentrated in key cities, with 25 providers in Van Nuys, 13 in Encino, and 9 in Sherman Oaks.
This recent influx of providers, particularly the strong RBT presence relative to BCBAs, suggests a growing and accessible ABA workforce in the San Fernando Valley.
