Niche Behavioral Health California Practice for Sale

California practice for sale: Right now, I’m offering the practice at a very low rate (250K) while it is still in its building phase. I anticipate its value will increase significantly within the next year. There are two options for moving forward: Outright Sale – You would assume full ownership immediately (you would need to hold a license to practice medicine or psychology in California) Transitional Plan – I remain involved for the next six months, providing support and guidance to ensure a smooth transition. (we would form an MSO/PC until you found another licensed clinician to take over the PC side) The reason for the sale at this stage is that I’m looking to pursue other creative ventures, but I’m committed to setting the next owner up for success. This practice offers a rare opportunity to step into a well-structured, niche business with systems already in place, legacy insurance contracts, amid surging demand and supportive policies, making it a compelling foundation now, with opportunity for significant appreciation. California faces a $9 billion gap in outpatient mental health services, with projected demand outpacing capacities. State-level investment is ramping up, nearly $2 billion in workforce initiatives, plus Medi-Cal and BH-CONNECT expansions, setting the stage for strong growth. If this aligns with what you’re seeking, the best way to reach out is through the listing: https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/niche-psychological-testing-practice-legacy-contracts-socal/###-###-#### / U.S. Behavioral Health Market — Leading Into California The U.S. behavioral health market is projected to grow from $92.14 billion in 2025 to approximately $132.46 billion by 2032, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. Alternate forecasts estimate a 2025 market value of up to $94.8 billion, with a more aggressive CAGR of 6.4% from 2025 to 2034. For context, even broader estimates put the U.S. behavioral health market at $151.7 billion in 2023, growing at 3.7% CAGR through 2032. California-Specific Behavioral Health Needs & Growth Drivers A RAND study estimates California counties need an additional $9 billion+ in investment to meet the demand for adult outpatient mental health services—highlighting a substantial shortfall in care funding. That same study notes that approximately 509,600 adults currently receive care at a cost of $2.9 billion, but a fully funded system would extend care to about 598,314 adults, costing $12.7 billion—a 350% increase in total spending. In 2025, all 58 California counties are projected to face shortages across every behavioral health role: A statewide shortage of 40.6% for non-prescribing licensed clinicians (~55,300 additional needed). A 33.6% shortage for associate-level clinicians (~13,175 needed). A critical shortage of psychiatrists, requiring 3,782 additional providers statewide, with projections that need may nearly double by 2033. Policy Momentum & System-Level Investments in California The 2025–26 California state budget includes historic investments in behavioral health: Nearly $2 billion for a behavioral health workforce initiative to recruit, train, and retain professionals. An additional $93.5 million to counties under the Behavioral Health Services Act for local services. The BH-CONNECT Demonstration (2025–2029) expands Medi-Cal mental health services through an emphasis on community-based care, housing support, peer programs, and specialized youth services. Programs like Medi-Cal mobile crisis benefit, creation of 458 mobile crisis teams, and 988 crisis centers handling ~420,000+ contacts show California’s movement toward specialized and emergency behavioral health infrastructure. Summary Table Insight AreaKey Metric / Insight U.S. Market Size ~$92B in 2025, expected to reach $132–165B by early 2030s (CAGR ~5–6%) CA Funding Shortfall Over $9B needed to meet adult outpatient mental health demand Population Served ~509K adults served currently; capacity for ~598K if fully funded Workforce Gaps ~55K non-prescribing clinicians, ~13K associate clinicians, ~3.8K psychiatrists needed State Policy Action ~$2B workforce funding, $93M allocated to counties, BH-CONNECT and Medi-Cal reforms Crisis Infrastructure ~458 mobile crisis teams, 988 centers handling 420K contacts/year