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ABA Therapy in Florida City, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Florida City and surrounding Miami-Dade County communities.
ABA therapy in Florida City
Situated as the southernmost city in the South Florida metropolitan area, Florida City holds the unique distinction of being the “Gateway to the Florida Keys and the Everglades.” For the more than 13,000 residents who call this community home, life is shaped by proximity to these natural landmarks and a deep-rooted agricultural history that has defined the area since its incorporation in 1914.
From its origins as a land promotion to its role today as a vital hub for agriculture and tourism, Florida City has demonstrated remarkable resilience, notably in its recovery alongside its neighbor, Homestead, after Hurricane Andrew in 1992. For families here, daily life is a blend of small-town community and the bustle that comes with being a key transportation junction, with the Florida Turnpike ending and meeting U.S. 1 within city limits. This unique setting presents both opportunities and challenges, particularly for families managing the needs of a child with an autism spectrum disorder.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands the specific context of life in Florida City. We recognize that for a family living near the agricultural fields of Redland or in a neighborhood bordering Homestead, traveling for consistent therapy appointments can be a significant hurdle. That is why our approach is centered on bringing applied behavior analysis (ABA) services directly to you. Our in-home ABA therapy allows children to learn and develop skills in their most natural and comfortable environment.
Our therapists can also provide support within the school setting, collaborating with educators to ensure therapeutic strategies are consistently applied. For families whose schedules are demanding or who live in more remote parts of the area, our telehealth services offer a flexible and effective alternative. Under the guidance of our leadership, including Executive Director Damaris Baez and our BCBA Hiram Aguilera, MCDS is committed to providing supportive, accessible care that empowers families throughout Florida City and its surrounding communities.
About Florida City
- Population
- 13085 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Redland · Leisure City · Naranja · Princeton
- Local landmarks
- Everglades National Park · Florida Keys · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike · U.S. Route 1 · Florida City State Farmers' Market
Services available in Florida City
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Florida City 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 Florida City 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 Florida City families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Florida City, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Florida City. 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.