Seattle's behavioral health sector saw 19 new providers registered in the latest CMS update. This represents 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a localized, smaller influx compared to the broader national landscape. Of these, 18 individuals and 1 organization were added, suggesting a mix of independent practitioners and a single new organizational entity. All 19 providers are located within Seattle itself.
ABA Credential Breakdown
Within the individual providers, the data shows a specific credential mix. There are 4 RBTs, indicating growth in direct-service ABA roles. However, this update lists no BCBAs, which are critical for supervising RBTs and maintaining quality ABA services. Other credentials among the new providers include 1 LMHCA, 1 CCHT, and 1 PHD. The absence of new BCBAs in this update, alongside the presence of RBTs, suggests a potential imbalance in the ABA workforce's supervisory capacity from these newly registered professionals.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Seattle is predominantly female, with 14 female providers making up 78% of the total. 1 male provider accounts for 6%, and 3 nonbinary providers represent 17%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's update. This data suggests a small but diverse group of new behavioral health professionals entering the Seattle market, though the lack of new BCBAs could impact the expansion of supervised ABA services in the area.
