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ABA Therapy in Pembroke Pines, FL
In-home ABA therapy may be available to qualifying families in Pembroke Pines.
ABA therapy in Pembroke Pines
ABA Therapy Services for Families in Pembroke Pines, Florida
As the fourth-most populous city in the Miami metropolitan area, Pembroke Pines is a significant and thriving community in southern Broward County. With a population exceeding 171,000 residents as of 2020, the city has transformed dramatically since its official incorporation in 1960. Once known for its agricultural roots and dairy farms, Pembroke Pines grew into a large, family-focused suburb with a unique character shaped by its thoughtful expansion over the decades.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) recognizes the distinct needs of families living across this expansive city. From its eastern areas near the Florida Turnpike to the communities that developed west of Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines covers over 34 square miles. We understand that for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder, managing daily life in a large suburban landscape presents unique challenges. That's why our ABA therapy services are designed to be flexible and accessible, reducing the burden on families.
In-Home and School-Based ABA Therapy in Pembroke Pines
Instead of requiring you to navigate traffic on Pines Boulevard or Interstate 75 for clinic appointments, our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) come to you. We provide individualized ABA therapy directly in your home, at your child’s school, or in other community settings throughout Pembroke Pines. This approach allows your child to learn and practice new skills in the environment where they will use them most, fostering greater consistency and generalization. Whether you live in a development like Pembroke Falls or closer to the established Pembroke Lakes area, our team is equipped to provide support where it's needed most.
For many families, community-based sessions offer a powerful way to work on social and adaptive skills in real-world situations. A therapy session could involve a structured visit to a landmark like C.B. Smith Park, allowing a child to practice social interactions and coping strategies in a natural, engaging environment. Under the guidance of our leadership, including Executive Director Damaris Baez and BCBA Hiram Aguilera, our goal is to integrate evidence-based therapy seamlessly into your family’s life.
At MCDS, we are committed to providing supportive and compassionate ABA services that respect the lifestyle and geography of the Pembroke Pines community. We collaborate with families, educators, and other professionals to support children on their developmental journey.
About Pembroke Pines
- Population
- 171178 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Pembroke Falls · Pembroke Lakes
- Local landmarks
- C.B. Smith Park · North Perry Airport · Pembroke Lakes Mall · Florida Turnpike · Interstate 75
Services available in Pembroke Pines
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Pembroke Pines, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Pembroke Pines. 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.