Seattle's behavioral health sector added 32 providers in the latest CMS update, a figure representing 0% of the national total for the week. This group is composed of 30 individual practitioners and 2 organizations, indicating focused, local growth within the city's provider network.
Credential and Service Mix
The update shows a workforce geared toward direct service, with 6 RBTs and 1 BCBA. This ratio of one supervisor to six technicians suggests a significant capacity for delivering one-on-one therapy. The data also includes professionals with other credentials like LMCHA and LMHC, pointing to a diverse behavioral health landscape beyond ABA services. Additionally, 4 providers are registered under multiple taxonomies, reflecting a capacity for integrated or specialized care.
Workforce Demographics
Among individual providers, the workforce is predominantly female, with 18 female providers comprising 60% of the total. The remainder includes 9 male and 3 nonbinary practitioners. No major multi-state ABA employers were prominent in this week's data, suggesting the recent activity is driven by smaller practices or independent clinicians. This steady registration of direct-care staff and other mental health professionals indicates a response to growing demand for behavioral health support across Seattle.
