Service area
ABA Therapy in South Miami, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in South Miami and surrounding Miami-Dade County communities.
ABA therapy in South Miami
ABA Therapy Services in South Miami, The City of Pleasant Living
South Miami, known as "The City of Pleasant Living," is a community with a rich and layered history within Miami-Dade County. Incorporated in 1927 and originally settled as "Larkins," the city has evolved from a pioneer settlement into a vibrant community of over 12,000 residents, immediately adjacent to the world-renowned University of Miami. This unique position, blending a historic, small-town feel with the resources of a major educational institution, creates an ideal environment for families seeking supportive, evidence-based care like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) recognizes the distinct character of South Miami. Our services are designed to meet families where they are, whether in the historically designated Tudor Revival homes of the Cambridge Lawns neighborhood or in the communities that honor the city's foundational figures, such as the Madison Square area, which owes its legacy to the generosity of early landowner Marshall Williamson.
The history of South Miami is one of community-building—from the establishment of the first post office by Wilson Alexander Larkins to the donation of land for St. John's AME Church. This spirit of community support aligns with MCDS's approach. We provide in-home, in-school, and community-based ABA therapy to integrate support directly into a child’s daily life. This method allows children with autism to learn and generalize skills in their natural environments, from their home to local places like Marshall Williamson Park.
For families in South Miami, this means less time navigating traffic to a clinic and more time focused on progress. Our BCBAs and therapists work with families to develop individualized plans that respect each family's unique culture and needs. As MCDS Executive Director Damaris Baez notes, our commitment is to provide accessible, high-quality care that empowers children and their families. In a city that values its history and its future, MCDS is dedicated to helping children develop the skills they need to thrive.
About South Miami
- Population
- 12026 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Larkins · Madison Square · Cambridge Lawns · Cambridge Lawns Historic District
- Local landmarks
- University of Miami · Riviera Theatre building (Holsum Bakery) · Marshall Williamson Park · St. John's AME Church · Cocoplum Circle (Cartagena Plaza)
Services available in South Miami
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to South Miami 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 South Miami 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 South Miami families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in South Miami, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for South Miami. 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.