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ABA Therapy in Dania Beach, FL

MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Dania Beach and surrounding Broward County communities.

ABA therapy in Dania Beach

As 'Broward's First City,' Dania Beach holds a unique place in South Florida's history. Incorporated as the Town of Dania in 1904, its name reflects the Danish ancestry of its founding farmers. This rich heritage is still visible today, even as the city has evolved from the 'Tomato Capital of the World' into a bustling urban center with a population of over 31,000 residents as of 2020.

For families in Dania Beach, life is a blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The city is famous for its 'Antique Row' along Federal Highway, drawing visitors from across the region. At the same time, new developments like the Dania Pointe shopping and entertainment district provide contemporary amenities. This mix of attractions, along with landmarks like The Casino @ Dania Beach, creates a vibrant but busy environment. The city's strategic location, bordering Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, and Davie, and its adjacency to the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, makes it a central hub where traffic can be a daily consideration.

Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands these realities for Dania Beach families supporting a child with autism spectrum disorder. We recognize that finding time for therapy sessions amidst school schedules and local traffic can add stress to a family's routine. That's why we bring our ABA therapy services directly to you. Our compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) provide in-home ABA therapy, creating a comfortable and familiar learning environment for your child.

We also believe in the power of community-based therapy. Our services can extend into the natural settings of your family's life in Dania Beach. A therapy session could involve practicing social skills at a local park, using functional communication during a safe, planned outing to Dania Pointe, or developing coping strategies in other real-world environments. This approach helps children generalize new skills beyond the home, promoting greater independence right here in the Dania Beach community.

About Dania Beach

Population
31723 (2020)
Areas & neighborhoods
Modello · Dania Pointe · Downtown Dania Beach · Antique Row
Local landmarks
The Casino @ Dania Beach · International Game Fish Association Hall of Fame and Museum · Dania Pointe · Nyberg-Swanson House · Antique Row

Services available in Dania Beach

Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Dania Beach families:

  • ABA TherapyIndividualized applied behavior analysis therapy for children, informed by more than two decades of behavioral-services experience in South Florida.
  • In-Home ABA TherapyABA therapy delivered where children learn best — inside their home and daily routines.
  • School-Based ABA SupportCollaborative behavioral support that partners with schools and educational teams when clinically appropriate.
  • Community-Based ABA TherapyABA therapy in real community settings so children can practice skills where they use them.
  • Early InterventionIndividualized early intervention for young children showing signs of developmental or behavioral needs.
  • Parent and Caregiver TrainingStructured coaching that equips caregivers to support their child throughout everyday routines.

Insurance for Dania Beach families

MCDS works with eligible plans from Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, UnitedHealthcare, and TRICARE, plus qualifying Florida Medicaid fee-for-service coverage. Verify your specific plan on the benefits verification page.

Questions from Dania Beach families

My family lives in Dania Beach. Do you offer services in our home?
Yes, MCDS provides in-home ABA therapy services throughout Dania Beach. Our therapists come directly to you, providing support in your child's most familiar environment and eliminating the need for you to travel to a clinic.
Can therapy sessions happen at places like Dania Pointe or local parks?
Yes, our community-based approach allows for therapy to occur in natural settings when appropriate for the child's care plan. Sessions in places like Dania Pointe can help your child practice social, communication, and coping skills in real-world scenarios with the guidance of their therapist.
What makes Dania Beach 'Broward's First City'?
Dania Beach earned the motto 'Broward's First City' because it was incorporated in November 1904, making it the first city to be officially established within what is now Broward County.

Get in touch

To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Dania Beach, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.

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Reviewed by Damaris Baez, Executive Director
Executive Director, Multicultural Development Services Center
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This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Dania Beach. It does not represent a physical clinic location. Availability of a specific clinician, schedule, service, or service setting may vary based on location, staffing, clinical needs, insurance authorization, and current capacity.