Articles by Year: 2025
Helping Kids Who Struggle with Transitions: OT Tools That Work
Every parent has been there: the meltdown when it’s time to leave the playground, the resistance when turning off the TV, or the tears that come with switching from one activity to another. But for some children, these transition moments…
Why You Want to Work at FOCUS Therapy: Where Passion Meets Purpose
Are you searching for more than just a job? Do you want to join a team where every day brings the joy of watching children overcome challenges and reach their fullest potential? If you’re a speech therapist, speech-therapy assistant, occupational…
Helping Children Generalize Skills From Fort Myers Speech Therapy to Daily Life
As parents, there’s nothing quite like the moment when you hear your child successfully use a speech sound they’ve been working on in therapy—not just during practice sessions, but while chatting with grandparents, ordering at a restaurant, or playing with…
Why Early Intervention Matters More Than You Think
As a parent, receiving an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for your child can feel overwhelming. The mix of emotions – worry, uncertainty, and perhaps even relief at finally having answers – is completely natural. At FOCUS Therapy, we understand…
Family-Friendly Sensory-Friendly Activities in Fort Myers, FL
As pediatric therapists specializing in ABA therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, we at FOCUS Therapy understand that every child experiences the world differently through their senses. In Southwest Florida, we’re fortunate to have a growing number of sensory-friendly activities…
How Long Does Fort Myers Speech Therapy Take? Setting Realistic Expectations.
“When will my child be ‘done’ with speech therapy?” This is one of the most common questions parents ask when beginning their journey with Fort Myers speech therapy. It’s completely natural to wonder about timelines, especially when you’re eager to…
Behavior Consulting Empowers Parents & Improves Family Routines
Parenting comes with its share of beautiful moments and challenging days. Whether you’re navigating bedtime battles, mealtime struggles, or simply trying to establish consistent routines that work for your family, you’re not alone. At FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers, we…
Best Fort Myers Playgrounds and Parks for Sensory-Friendly Play
As Fort Myers occupational therapists who work with many families, we know how challenging it can be to find the perfect playground where your child can thrive. Whether your little one is sensory-seeking, sensory-avoiding, or somewhere in between, finding spaces…
Understanding ABA Therapy: Separating Fact from Fiction
As parents navigate the complex world of pediatric therapy options, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy often emerges as both a beacon of hope and a source of confusion. Misinformation circulates widely, making it challenging for families to distinguish between evidence-based…
FOCUS Therapy Summer Spirit Week!
Our upcoming Summer Spirit Week at FOCUS Therapy is jam-packed with super summer fun in every session! ABA, Speech, OT – all of our departments are joining in, the full week of July 28th to August 1st. We hope you…