Service area
ABA Therapy in Clearwater, FL
MCDS provides culturally responsive, BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Clearwater, Pinellas County.
ABA therapy in Clearwater
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to serve families in Clearwater, the county seat of Pinellas County. With a population of over 117,000, Clearwater is a vibrant city known for its motto, "Bright and Beautiful•Bay to Beach." From its historic incorporation in 1891 to its modern identity as a key city in the Tampa Bay area, Clearwater offers a unique environment for families. We provide compassionate, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy designed to meet the needs of children with autism right here in their home community.
Clearwater's geography, stretching from the Gulf of Mexico to Tampa Bay and separated by the scenic Intracoastal Waterway, shapes family life. MCDS understands that effective therapy should adapt to your daily routines, not disrupt them. Our focus on in-home and community-based ABA services means our therapists come to you, whether you live near the historic avenues like Cleveland Street or in neighborhoods such as Harbor Oaks. This approach allows children to learn and practice new skills in the familiar comfort of their own environment, fostering greater progress and generalization.
We believe in helping children engage with the world around them. For a family in Clearwater, that might mean developing social skills to enjoy a day at Coachman Park or building communication strategies for a community outing near BayCare Ballpark. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), under the guidance of our leadership including Executive Director Damaris Baez and BCBA Hiram Aguilera, create individualized care plans that integrate these real-world settings into the therapy process. By practicing skills in the places where life happens, children can build confidence and independence.
For families in Clearwater and the surrounding Tampa Bay area, balancing schedules can be a challenge. MCDS offers flexible ABA therapy options, including in-home, school-based, and telehealth services, to provide consistent support that fits your family's structure. Our goal is to empower your child by providing the tools they need to thrive within their home, school, and the beautiful Clearwater community.
About Clearwater
- Population
- 117292 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- Clearwater Beach · Harbor Oaks
- Local landmarks
- Clearwater Beach · Coachman Park · BayCare Ballpark · Cleveland Street · Intracoastal Waterway
Services available in Clearwater
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Clearwater 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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Clearwater, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Clearwater. 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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