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ABA Therapy in Riviera Beach, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Riviera Beach and surrounding Palm Beach County communities.
ABA therapy in Riviera Beach
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to serve the families of Riviera Beach, a vibrant waterfront city in Palm Beach County with a distinct identity. Incorporated in 1922, Riviera Beach has a rich history and a dynamic community of over 37,000 residents. As the easternmost city in the Miami metropolitan area, it is home to vital landmarks like the Port of Palm Beach and family-friendly attractions such as Rapids Water Park. We understand that for families here, life is active and community is central.
At MCDS, we recognize the unique cultural fabric of Riviera Beach, a predominantly African-American city with deep roots connected to its history as “Conchtown,” a name reflecting its many Bahamian American residents. Our approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is grounded in this same respect for culture and family. Under the leadership of our Executive Director, Damaris Baez, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care that meets families where they are.
We believe ABA therapy should integrate seamlessly into your daily life, not disrupt it. That's why we specialize in in-home and community-based services throughout Riviera Beach. Instead of requiring you to travel to a clinic, our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) come to you. This approach allows children with autism to learn and practice essential skills in the comfort and familiarity of their own home, where they are most at ease. It also empowers parents and caregivers by involving them directly in the therapeutic process, fostering consistency and support.
For families who enjoy the city’s many amenities, from its marina to the world-renowned Blue Heron Bridge dive site, community-based therapy offers opportunities to generalize skills in real-world settings. Therapy can be integrated into regular family outings, helping children navigate social situations and build confidence. We also offer telehealth services, providing a flexible and convenient option for consultations, parent training, and certain therapy sessions, ensuring that consistent support is always accessible. Our goal is to provide Riviera Beach families with practical, individualized strategies that support their child's development and fit their unique lifestyle.
About Riviera Beach
- Population
- 37604 (2020)
- Local landmarks
- Port of Palm Beach · Blue Heron Bridge · Rapids Water Park · President Barack Obama Highway · United States Coast Guard station
Services available in Riviera Beach
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Riviera 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 Riviera 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 Riviera Beach families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Riviera Beach, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Riviera 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.