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ABA Therapy in Lighthouse Point, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Lighthouse Point and surrounding Broward County communities.
ABA therapy in Lighthouse Point
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to offer dedicated ABA therapy services to families in Lighthouse Point, Florida. Located in northeastern Broward County, this city of just over 10,400 residents offers a unique, serene setting known for its intimate community feel and extensive waterways. Incorporated as a town in 1956, Lighthouse Point was named for the iconic Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse and has since developed into a premier boating community, with a significant number of homes built along its many canals.
For families in Lighthouse Point raising children with autism, finding support that complements this distinct lifestyle is essential. MCDS understands that the needs of each family and child are different. Our approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is centered on providing care in the settings where children live and learn. We offer in-home ABA therapy that brings our dedicated therapists directly to your doorstep, eliminating the stress of traveling to a clinic. This allows therapy to be comfortably integrated into your family’s daily routine.
The environment of Lighthouse Point itself can be a partner in a child's development. Our community-based services are designed to help children generalize skills in real-world settings. A therapy session could involve practicing social skills at a local park or focusing on communication during a walk along the Intracoastal Waterway. This approach helps make learning functional and meaningful.
At MCDS, our programs are developed and overseen by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) like Hiram Aguilera, who create individualized plans tailored to your child’s specific goals. We also provide telehealth services, offering a flexible option for consultations, parent training, and certain therapy sessions. As Executive Director Damaris Baez emphasizes, our goal is to provide accessible, high-quality support that empowers families. We are committed to serving the Lighthouse Point community with compassionate and professional ABA therapy services.
About Lighthouse Point
- Population
- 10486 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Hillsboro Isles Settlement
- Local landmarks
- Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse · Intracoastal Waterway · Hillsboro Inlet
Services available in Lighthouse Point
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Lighthouse Point families:
- ABA Therapy — Individualized applied behavior analysis therapy for children, informed by more than two decades of behavioral-services experience in South Florida.
- In-Home ABA Therapy — ABA therapy delivered where children learn best — inside their home and daily routines.
- School-Based ABA Support — Collaborative behavioral support that partners with schools and educational teams when clinically appropriate.
- Community-Based ABA Therapy — ABA therapy in real community settings so children can practice skills where they use them.
- Early Intervention — Individualized early intervention for young children showing signs of developmental or behavioral needs.
- Parent and Caregiver Training — Structured coaching that equips caregivers to support their child throughout everyday routines.
Insurance for Lighthouse Point 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 Lighthouse Point families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Lighthouse Point, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Lighthouse Point. 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.