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ABA Therapy in Highland Beach, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Highland Beach and surrounding Palm Beach County communities.
ABA therapy in Highland Beach
ABA Therapy Services in Highland Beach, Florida
Nestled within Palm Beach County, the town of Highland Beach offers a uniquely tranquil and residential setting for its families. Incorporated in 1949, this small community, with a 2020 population of 4,295, values its privacy and quiet lifestyle. Its character is defined by its almost entirely residential composition, a fact underscored by the presence of only two businesses in the entire town. For families in Highland Beach seeking support for children with autism, this emphasis on an undisturbed home life makes the services offered by Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) an ideal fit.
MCDS understands that convenience and comfort are paramount. We specialize in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy directly in your home, via telehealth, or in other community settings. This approach eliminates the need for travel to a clinic, allowing children to learn and develop skills in their most natural and familiar environment. Our in-home therapy model seamlessly integrates into the fabric of life in Highland Beach, a town where the home is central to the community's identity.
ABA therapy is an evidence-based approach that uses personalized strategies to build essential skills and improve quality of life. Under the leadership of our Executive Director, Damaris Baez, and clinical experts like Hiram Aguilera, BCBA, our team collaborates closely with families. We work to understand each child's unique needs and create a customized therapy plan. We focus on enhancing communication, social skills, and daily living abilities in a supportive and compassionate manner.
While Highland Beach has one of the smaller populations of residents under 18 in the area, MCDS is committed to serving every family in our community who needs support. We recognize the importance of providing accessible, high-quality care to all residents of Palm Beach County. Whether your family resides in a condo overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway or a single-family home, our practitioners come to you, ensuring continuity of care that respects your family’s privacy and lifestyle. Contact MCDS today to learn how we support families in Highland Beach with professional, personalized ABA therapy services.
About Highland Beach
- Population
- 4295 (2020)
- Local landmarks
- Delray Sands Resort
Services available in Highland Beach
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Highland Beach 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 Highland Beach 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 Highland Beach families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Highland Beach, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Highland Beach. 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.