Service area
ABA Therapy in Hialeah, FL
MCDS serves Spanish-speaking families in Hialeah with culturally responsive ABA therapy.
ABA therapy in Hialeah
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to serve the families of Hialeah, a city renowned for its dynamic culture and rich history. Since its incorporation in 1925, Hialeah has grown into 'The City of Progress,' a bustling hub in Miami-Dade County with a population of over 223,000 residents. Its name, meaning 'pretty prairie,' reflects its origins on the beautiful expanse between the Everglades and Biscayne Bay, a vision developed by pioneers like Glenn Curtiss. Today, Hialeah is distinguished by its vibrant community, where 94% of residents are Hispanic and over 84% are of Cuban heritage, creating a city where Spanish is an integral part of daily life.
MCDS understands the unique needs of Hialeah families. Our commitment to providing culturally sensitive and accessible care is at the core of what we do. We recognize that in a city where nearly 90% of households speak Spanish, clear communication is essential. Our team includes bilingual and Spanish-speaking therapists who can collaborate with your family in the language you are most comfortable with, ensuring that you are an active partner in your child's developmental journey.
We provide ABA therapy services directly in your family's natural environment—at home, in school, or within the community. For busy households in Hialeah, this approach removes the stress of traveling to appointments and allows therapeutic strategies to be woven into your daily routines. Whether you're commuting via the Metrorail from the Okeechobee station or managing a family schedule, our in-home services are designed to offer flexibility and support. Our goal, under the leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez and supervising BCBA Hiram Aguilera, is to empower caregivers with effective tools to support their children's growth and skill development in the settings where life happens. We are dedicated to supporting the progress of every family we serve in Hialeah.
About Hialeah
- Population
- 223109 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Downtown Hialeah
- Local landmarks
- Hialeah Park Race Track · Okeechobee Metrorail station · Hialeah Metrorail station · Tri-Rail/Metrorail Transfer station
Services available in Hialeah
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Hialeah 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 Hialeah 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 Hialeah families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Hialeah, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Hialeah. 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.