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ABA Therapy in Marathon, FL
BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Marathon, Monroe County — in-home, community, and telehealth options.
ABA therapy in Marathon
ABA Therapy Services in Marathon, Florida
Located in the heart of the Florida Keys, Marathon is a unique city spread across a series of islands, including Vaca Key, Grassy Key, and Knight's Key. Incorporated in 1999, this relatively new city has a rich history tied to the Florida East Coast Railroad, whose workers famously dubbed the area "Marathon" for the grueling pace of their work. Today, with a population of nearly 10,000 residents, life in Marathon is defined by its island geography, connected by the Overseas Highway and iconic structures like the Seven Mile Bridge.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands the distinct lifestyle of families in Monroe County. For parents and caregivers of children with autism, the logistics of living on a series of keys can present unique challenges, especially when it comes to accessing consistent healthcare and support services. Traveling between islands for appointments can add significant time and stress to an already busy schedule. That is why our approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is centered on providing services directly in your home and community.
Our in-home ABA therapy model brings our dedicated therapists to you, whether your family resides on Grassy Key, near the business district at Sombrero Beach Road, or elsewhere within Marathon's city limits. By eliminating the need for frequent travel to a clinic, we help families integrate therapy into their daily routines more seamlessly. This approach allows therapy to occur in the child's natural environment, fostering skills that are practical and relevant to their everyday life at home.
Furthermore, our community-based services leverage the unique environment of the Keys. Therapy sessions can extend to local parks, stores, and other familiar community settings, helping children build social and functional skills in real-world situations. Under the leadership of our Executive Director, Damaris Baez, MCDS is committed to making ABA therapy accessible for every family. We provide personalized support that respects the specific needs and circumstances of the Marathon community.
About Marathon
- Population
- 9914 (2024)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Boot Key · Knight's Key · Vaca Key · Crawl Key · Long Point Key · Grassy Key
- Local landmarks
- Seven Mile Bridge · Tom's Harbor Bridge · Florida East Coast Railroad · Hawk Channel · Sombrero Beach Road
Services available in Marathon
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Marathon 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 Marathon 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 Marathon families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Marathon, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Marathon. 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.
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