Washington's behavioral health sector added 212 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, accounting for 2% of the national weekly total. This activity, comprising 175 individuals and 37 organizations, signals steady workforce growth and continued investment in behavioral health services across the state.
ABA Workforce Composition
Within the new cohort, the data shows a clear focus on ABA service delivery. There are 47 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and 8 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) identified by credential. These counts are not mutually exclusive; 2 providers hold dual BCBA and RBT credentials, a common sign of career progression from technician to supervisor. The nearly 6-to-1 ratio of RBTs to BCBAs indicates a strong capacity for direct service delivery under the necessary clinical supervision.
Provider Demographics
Among individual providers, the workforce is predominantly female, with 125 women making up 71% of the group. Male providers account for 38 individuals (22%), while 12 individuals identify as nonbinary (7%). On the organizational side, Kent Youth and Family Services and Be Kind Therapy PLLC were each listed twice, suggesting localized hiring activity. The data also noted that 55 providers listed multiple taxonomies, highlighting the diverse skill sets within the state's behavioral health workforce.
This recent influx, particularly the high number of RBTs, suggests a concerted effort to expand direct ABA therapy access for families throughout Washington.
