Service area
ABA Therapy in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Bay Harbor Islands and surrounding Miami-Dade County communities.
ABA therapy in Bay Harbor Islands
ABA Therapy Services in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida
Located in the waters of Biscayne Bay, the town of Bay Harbor Islands offers a distinct and close-knit community atmosphere for its nearly 6,000 residents. Founded in 1947, this unique Miami-Dade County town is composed of two islands: a West Island known for its single-family homes and an East Island featuring multi-family residences and the town's business district. For families in this waterfront enclave raising children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) provides compassionate, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy that integrates into your daily life.
We understand that life in Bay Harbor Islands has its own rhythm. The convenience of traveling via the Shepard Broad Causeway is balanced by the desire to stay within your serene island community. MCDS brings ABA therapy directly to your doorstep, eliminating the stress of commuting for appointments. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and therapists deliver personalized, one-on-one sessions in the comfort of your home, whether you reside in a house on the West Island or a condominium on the East Island. This in-home approach allows children to learn and practice new skills in their most familiar environment.
MCDS also emphasizes community-based support. Our therapy can extend to the places your family frequents, helping children build social and functional skills in real-world settings. With parental consent, our team can coordinate with educators at local schools, including the Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K–8 Center, to ensure a consistent support system that bridges home and school life. For added flexibility, we offer telehealth services, providing a convenient option for consultations and sessions that fit a busy family’s schedule.
Under the leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez, MCDS is committed to delivering accessible and culturally sensitive care to the diverse families of South Florida. We are dedicated to supporting the Bay Harbor Islands community by providing children with the tools they need to thrive at home, in school, and beyond. Contact us to learn more about our ABA therapy services.
About Bay Harbor Islands
- Population
- 5922 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- East Island · West Island
- Local landmarks
- Biscayne Bay · Shepard Broad Causeway · Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K–8 Center · Indian Creek · Miami Modern architecture collection
Services available in Bay Harbor Islands
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Bay Harbor Islands 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 Bay Harbor Islands 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 Bay Harbor Islands families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Bay Harbor Islands, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Bay Harbor Islands. 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.