Service area
ABA Therapy in Englewood, FL
MCDS provides culturally responsive, BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Englewood, Sarasota County.
ABA therapy in Englewood
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to serve the families of Englewood, a unique community that spans both Sarasota and Charlotte counties. With a history stretching back to its platting in 1896, Englewood has grown into a community of over 20,000 residents who value its coastal lifestyle, beaches, and local character centered around areas like the West Dearborn Street shopping district.
For families in Englewood raising children with autism spectrum disorder, this unique geographic position across two counties can sometimes present challenges in finding consistent, accessible support. MCDS understands these local dynamics and offers a solution by bringing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy directly to your family, wherever you are in the community. Our services are not confined to a clinic, eliminating the need for stressful travel and ensuring continuity of care regardless of which side of the county line you call home.
Our approach is built around flexibility and personalization. We offer in-home ABA therapy, which allows children to learn and develop skills in their most familiar environment. We also provide community-based therapy, where a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) can help your child practice social and functional skills in real-world settings, such as navigating the local shops on Dearborn Street or visiting a nearby park. If appropriate and approved by the school, we can also provide support in the educational setting.
At MCDS, our mission is to make high-quality ABA therapy accessible to every family. Under the leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez and our clinical team, including BCBA Hiram Aguilera, we are committed to collaborating with Englewood families. We work to create individualized therapy plans that respect your family's lifestyle and help your child build meaningful skills.
About Englewood
- Population
- 20800 (2020)
- Local landmarks
- West Dearborn Street · Manasota Beach Club
Services available in Englewood
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Englewood 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 Englewood 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 Englewood families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Englewood, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Englewood. 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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