Service area
ABA Therapy in West Miami, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in West Miami and surrounding Miami-Dade County communities.
ABA therapy in West Miami
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to extend its ABA therapy services to the families of West Miami, a unique and close-knit city in the heart of Miami-Dade County.
Nestled between the major thoroughfares of Tamiami Trail and Coral Way, West Miami is a distinct community with a rich history. Since its incorporation in 1947, it has grown into a vibrant city of over 7,200 residents, all within an area of less than one square mile. This compact, residential character gives West Miami a special neighborhood feel, even as it borders the larger cities of Miami and Coral Gables.
We recognize the distinct cultural fabric of West Miami, where, according to the 2020 census, over 88% of the population is Hispanic or Latino. This understanding is central to our mission. MCDS, under the leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez, emphasizes culturally and linguistically sensitive care. We believe that effective ABA therapy is delivered when therapists understand and respect the family's values, routines, and language. For the many bilingual and Spanish-speaking households in West Miami, our approach ensures that communication is clear and strategies are aligned with your family's specific home environment.
Given the city's dense layout, convenience is key for busy families. MCDS brings ABA therapy directly to you. Our in-home services eliminate the stress of navigating traffic to a clinic, allowing your child to learn and develop skills in their most natural and comfortable setting. We also offer telehealth and community-based sessions, providing flexible support that integrates seamlessly into your daily life, whether at home or in a familiar local setting. Our goal is to empower parents and caregivers with the tools to support their child’s progress within the supportive framework of the West Miami community. Led by experienced practitioners like our BCBA, Hiram Aguilera, our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized support to children with autism spectrum disorder.
About West Miami
- Population
- 7233 (2020)
- Local landmarks
- Tamiami Trail · Coral Way
Services available in West Miami
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to West 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 West 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 West Miami families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in West Miami, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for West 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.