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ABA Therapy in Venice, FL

MCDS provides culturally responsive, BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Venice, Sarasota County.

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ABA therapy in Venice

Located on Florida's Gulf Coast in Sarasota County, Venice offers a unique setting for families. The city is celebrated for its distinctive geography, which includes the mainland and "Venice Island," created by the Intracoastal Waterway. With a population of over 25,000 residents, Venice is a community that balances its rich history with a modern, family-focused lifestyle.

Known as the "Shark Tooth Capital of the World," Venice's identity is deeply connected to its beautiful beachfronts and outdoor life. For families of children with autism spectrum disorder, this environment presents wonderful opportunities for community-based ABA therapy. A planned trip to Humphris Park or the famous Venice Beach can become a therapeutic session, providing a natural setting for children to develop social, communication, and daily living skills.

Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands that while Venice's waterways and bridges add to its charm, they can also add complexity to a family's schedule. That is why we focus on providing flexible and accessible ABA therapy services. Our in-home ABA therapy model brings qualified behavior therapists directly to your Venice home, whether you are on the island or the mainland. This approach ensures children can learn and grow in their most familiar environment, making it easier to integrate new skills into their daily routines.

We also offer telehealth services, providing another convenient option for consistent care and parent training. This flexibility allows our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to collaborate closely with your family, designing a support plan that aligns with your specific needs and goals. As MCDS's Executive Director, Damaris Baez, emphasizes, our commitment is to partner with families and empower them with effective strategies. We work within the fabric of your community—from your home to landmarks like the Venice Area Public Library—to provide support where it's needed most.

About Venice

Population
25463 (2020)
Areas & neighborhoods
Venice Island
Local landmarks
Venice's Beachfront · Intracoastal Waterway · Humphris Park · Roberts Bay · Venice Area Public Library

Services available in Venice

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

My family lives on Venice Island. Can your therapists provide in-home ABA services there?
Yes, MCDS provides in-home and community-based ABA therapy services to families throughout Venice, including on Venice Island. Our goal is to offer accessible support that fits into your family's routine, regardless of which side of the Intracoastal Waterway you live on.
Venice is the 'Shark Tooth Capital of the World.' Can therapy sessions incorporate activities at local beaches?
Yes. Our ABA therapy programs can include community outings, such as to local parks and beaches in Venice. These natural settings provide valuable opportunities for children to practice social, communication, and behavioral skills in a real-world environment with guidance from their therapist.
Do you serve families in other parts of Sarasota County besides Venice?
Yes, MCDS provides ABA therapy services to families in Venice and throughout Sarasota County. We aim to support families in communities like Osprey, Nokomis, and the surrounding areas with in-home and telehealth services.

Get in touch

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

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Reviewed by Damaris Baez, Executive Director
Executive Director, Multicultural Development Services Center
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This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Venice. 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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