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ABA Therapy in Ave Maria, FL
In-home, community, and telehealth ABA therapy for children and families in Ave Maria, Collier County, Florida.
ABA therapy in Ave Maria
ABA Therapy Services for Families in Ave Maria, FL
As one of the fastest-growing planned communities in the nation, Ave Maria represents a unique, family-focused corner of Collier County. Founded in 2005 and established in 2007, this community has rapidly expanded from a vision into a bustling town with a population of over 6,242 as of 2020. This growth is accelerating, with the town expanding by 1,000 acres in 2023 to accommodate more single-family homes and new retail sites.
For families drawn to Ave Maria's distinct character and amenities, including the central Ave Maria University and developments like Midtown Plaza, life is rooted in community. The addition of Ave Maria Elementary School, scheduled to open for the 2026-2027 school year, further cements the town's commitment to supporting local families. As this vibrant community grows, so does the need for accessible and specialized healthcare services.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to support families in Ave Maria by providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. Understanding the challenges that can come with accessing services in a newly developed area, our model focuses on bringing therapy directly to you. We offer in-home and community-based ABA services, allowing our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and therapists to work with your child in their most natural and comfortable environments.
This approach is ideal for Ave Maria families, eliminating the need for long commutes and integrating therapeutic support seamlessly into your daily routines. Whether your child attends a private institution like Rhodora J. Donahue Academy or will be part of the new public elementary, our team is committed to collaborative care. Under the guidance of leaders like Executive Director Damaris Baez, MCDS provides individualized programs designed to help children and adolescents build essential life skills. Our commitment is to serve the growing needs of the Ave Maria community with professional, compassionate care.
About Ave Maria
- Population
- 6242 (2020)
- Primary school district
- Collier County Public Schools
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Midtown Plaza
- Local landmarks
- Ave Maria University · Ave Maria parish church · Mother Teresa Museum · Rhodora J. Donahue Academy · Midtown Plaza
Services available in Ave Maria
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Ave Maria 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 Ave Maria 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 Ave Maria families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Ave Maria, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Ave Maria. 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.
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