The San Fernando Valley registered 68 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS NPI update, accounting for 1% of the national weekly total. This influx includes 45 new registrations this week, signaling active growth in the region's behavioral health sector. Of these, 57 are individual practitioners and 11 are organizations, indicating a mix of independent professionals and clinic-based services.
ABA Credential Mix
Focusing on Applied Behavior Analysis, the data shows 7 BCBAs and 34 RBTs among the individual providers. It is important to note that these counts reflect primary taxonomy registrations; no providers in this update were registered with dual BCBA and RBT credentials. This ratio of approximately one BCBA for every 4.8 RBTs indicates a moderate supervisory capacity, crucial for maintaining quality ABA services. Beyond ABA, other credentials such as LCSW and Speech-Language Pathologist were also present, reflecting a broader behavioral health landscape.
Workforce Demographics
The individual workforce in the San Fernando Valley is predominantly female, with 44 female providers representing 77%. Male providers account for 6 individuals (11%), while 7 individuals (12%) identify as nonbinary. No specific multi-state or large regional organizations appeared multiple times in this update, suggesting a diverse provider landscape rather than dominance by a few large chains. Glendale leads the local distribution with 19 providers, followed by Van Nuys with 12 providers, and Sherman Oaks with 8 providers.
This consistent growth, particularly in RBTs, suggests an expanding capacity for direct ABA service delivery in the San Fernando Valley, potentially improving access to care for local families.
