Service area
ABA Therapy in Opa-locka, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Opa-locka and surrounding Miami-Dade County communities.
ABA therapy in Opa-locka
Located in northern Miami-Dade County, the city of Opa-locka offers a one-of-a-kind setting for its more than 16,000 residents. Founded in 1926 by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss and chartered the same year, the city was developed with a unique vision inspired by the enchanting tales of One Thousand and One Nights. This has resulted in the largest collection of Moorish Revival architecture in the Western Hemisphere, a theme that defines the city's character from its historic City Hall to its distinctive street names like Ali Baba Avenue, Sharazad Boulevard, and even Sesame Street.
For families raising children with autism spectrum disorder in Opa-locka, navigating daily routines and accessing essential support services is a primary focus. Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands the importance of providing consistent, effective care that integrates into your family's life. We offer Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services directly to families throughout Opa-locka, bringing our programs to the environments where your child lives and learns.
Our approach is centered on in-home, school-based, and community-based therapy. This model eliminates the need for frequent travel to a clinic, allowing our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and therapists to work with your child in familiar surroundings. Whether your family lives near the historic heart of the city or in another part of its 4.2-square-mile area, our team is committed to providing individualized support that aligns with your child's specific needs.
Under the leadership of our Executive Director, Damaris Baez, MCDS focuses on collaborating with families and educators to create a supportive network for each child. By conducting therapy in natural settings, we can help children develop functional skills applicable to their everyday world. We are proud to serve the diverse communities of South Florida, including the distinctive and historically rich city of Opa-locka.
About Opa-locka
- Population
- 16463 (2020)
- Local landmarks
- Moorish Revival architecture · Historic Opa-locka City Hall · Opa-locka City Gateway · Sesame Street · Ali Baba Avenue
Services available in Opa-locka
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Opa-locka 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 Opa-locka 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 Opa-locka families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Opa-locka, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Opa-locka. 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.