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ABA Therapy in Fort Meade, FL

MCDS provides culturally responsive, BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Fort Meade, Polk County.

ABA therapy in Fort Meade

Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to extend its dedicated ABA therapy services to families in Fort Meade and across Polk County. We recognize that finding specialized care is a priority for families, and our mission is to bring high-quality, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy directly to the communities we serve. Our service model is built around flexibility and family-centered care, ensuring that children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder receive support in the environments where they live, learn, and play.

For families residing in the Fort Meade area, our in-home and telehealth ABA services offer a practical and effective alternative to traditional clinic-based models. By delivering therapy within a child's natural environment—such as their home or school—our skilled practitioners can address real-world challenges as they arise. This approach helps foster the development of essential life skills, communication techniques, and social interactions within familiar daily routines. It also minimizes disruption to family life by eliminating the stress and time commitment of frequent travel to a distant service center.

MCDS operates under the compassionate leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez, who champions our commitment to culturally sensitive and individualized care. Our clinical team, including experienced practitioners like Hiram Aguilera, BCBA, works collaboratively with each family. We firmly believe that parents and caregivers are the most important members of the therapy team. We provide the training, tools, and resources necessary to empower you to support your child's progress, ensuring that learning and skill-building continue long after a therapy session has concluded.

Our secure telehealth services provide another vital layer of accessibility, connecting Fort Meade families with our BCBAs through convenient video conferencing. This option is ideal for initial consultations, ongoing parent training, and direct therapy when an in-person visit may not be feasible. Whether through a virtual connection or a face-to-face session, MCDS is dedicated to providing consistent, professional support. We are here to be a reliable partner on your family's journey, helping your child build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and greater independence.

Services available in Fort Meade

Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade families

Does MCDS have a physical therapy clinic in Fort Meade?

MCDS provides ABA therapy services directly in your family's home, your child's school, or via telehealth in Fort Meade. Our model is designed to deliver care in your child's natural environment, which means we do not operate a physical clinic in the city.

Get in touch

To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Fort Meade, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.

Reviewed by Damaris Baez, Executive Director

Executive Director, Multicultural Development Services Center

Last reviewed August 16, 2026

Sources

Wikipedia: Fort Meade, Florida

This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Fort Meade. 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.