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ABA Therapy in Dade City, FL
MCDS provides culturally responsive, BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Dade City, Pasco County.
ABA therapy in Dade City
ABA Therapy Services in Dade City, Pasco County
Nestled in the rolling hills of Pasco County, Dade City is a community that embodies its motto: "Proud Heritage, Promising Future." As the county seat, Dade City has a rich history dating back to its reincorporation in 1889, developing as a key hub when the railroad expanded into the region. Today, this pride in the past is visible in landmarks like the Pioneer Florida Museum and the preserved facade of the 1926 Crescent Theatre in the city's downtown district. For families living here, that blend of history and forward-looking optimism creates a unique place to call home.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands that for modern families in Dade City, a promising future includes access to high-quality, convenient support for children with autism spectrum disorder. We are proud to extend our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services to the Dade City community, offering a model of care that fits the lifestyle of Pasco County residents. Our approach is centered on bringing therapy to you, reducing the need for stressful travel to clinics and allowing children to learn in the comfort and familiarity of their own environment.
Our ABA services are delivered in-home, via telehealth, or in community settings that are part of your family's daily life. Whether at home, a local park, or another familiar place, our therapists work to build functional skills in the settings where they matter most. This community-based approach helps children and adolescents practice communication, social skills, and daily living routines in a practical, effective way.
Under the leadership of our Executive Director, Damaris Baez, and clinical guidance from Hiram Aguilera, BCBA, MCDS is committed to providing compassionate and individualized support. We partner with Dade City families to develop tailored therapy plans that address each child’s unique strengths and needs. Our goal is to empower children with the tools they need to navigate their world and support families throughout their journey.
About Dade City
- Population
- 8646 (2023)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Downtown Dade City
- Local landmarks
- Pioneer Florida Museum · Crescent Theatre · Pasco Theatre Sign · Downtown Dade City
Services available in Dade City
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Dade City 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 Dade City 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 Dade City families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Dade City, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Dade City. 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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