Service area
ABA Therapy in Ocean Ridge, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Ocean Ridge and surrounding Palm Beach County communities.
ABA therapy in Ocean Ridge
Situated as a serene coastal community in Palm Beach County, Ocean Ridge offers a unique and private residential experience defined by its location between the Atlantic Ocean and the Lake Worth Lagoon. With a population of just over 1,800 residents, the town values its distinct identity, a trait embedded in its very history. Founded in 1931 as the "Town of Boynton Beach," the community chose to rename itself "Ocean Ridge" in 1939 to establish its own unique name and avoid confusion, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to individuality.
For families in Ocean Ridge raising children with autism, this quiet, close-knit environment can be an ideal setting for focused, personalized support. Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) recognizes that a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy doesn't work. We bring Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy directly to you, providing services in the comfort and privacy of your home. This in-home model eliminates the need for stressful travel to a clinic, allowing therapy to be seamlessly integrated into your family’s daily life and routines.
Our commitment extends beyond your front door. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) can provide community-based therapy to help children generalize skills in real-world settings. A session could involve practicing social skills at a local park or developing new competencies in environments near the Boynton Inlet or a quiet spot along the Lake Worth Lagoon. This approach uses the natural beauty of Ocean Ridge as a backdrop for meaningful learning and development.
Under the leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez and with clinical guidance from professionals like Hiram Aguilera, BCBA, MCDS is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to families throughout Palm Beach County. We understand the needs of communities like Ocean Ridge and offer flexible ABA therapy and telehealth options designed to meet your child where they are, supporting them on their unique developmental path.
About Ocean Ridge
- Population
- 1830 (2020)
- Local landmarks
- Boynton Inlet · Lake Worth Lagoon · Florida State Road A1A
Services available in Ocean Ridge
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Ocean Ridge 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 Ocean Ridge 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 Ocean Ridge families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Ocean Ridge, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Ocean Ridge. 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.