ABA Therapy
Early Signs of Autism
Although there is no known “cure” for autism spectrum disorder, early detection and early intervention (ideally starting before age 3-5) – which includes intensive speech therapy, ABA therapy and occupational therapy services – has proven the most effective for optimal…
Keep it Consistent: Crucial for ABA Therapy
At FOCUS Therapy, one of the key principles we emphasize in ABA therapy is consistency. For children receiving ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy, consistency is crucial to their progress – and this extends far beyond the time spent in therapy…
Value of Visual Schedules – Explained by ABA Therapist in Fort Myers
For an ABA therapist in Fort Myers, one of the most powerful tools for supporting children with autism is the visual schedule. Visual schedules provide a clear, structured way for children to understand their daily routines, expectations, and transitions. They…
Behavioral Health Consultants Ask, “What is Being Said With This Action?”
At FOCUS Therapy, our child behavior experts (BCBAs) get to the heart of WHY a behavior is occurring. As ABA therapists and behavioral health consultants, we must ask, “What is the child communicating with this act?” From there, we can…
Fort Myers ABA Therapists Offer 6 Tips for Better Sleep
Sleep can be a struggle for all of us at some point. It’s known to be especially tough for children with autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, and other conditions common among the pediatric patients we regularly treat as Fort Myers…
Augmentative & Alternative Communication Now Offered at FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers
https://s3.gomedia.ws/wp-content/uploads/sites/54/2024/03/19123542/Augmentative-and-Alternative-Communication-AAC-FOCUS.mp4 FOCUS Therapy is excited and proud to announce that we now offer Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC). Children who struggle with spoken language can undergo an AAC evaluation by our highly-skilled Fort Myers speech therapy team to determine if…
Bribery vs. Reinforcement: Understanding the Difference in Fort Myers ABA Therapy
Our Fort Myers ABA therapy providers at FOCUS know that the reinforcement strategies used in our sessions can sometimes be confused for bribery. Here, we break down the key differences – which can help parents understand why one is highly…
Fort Myers ABA Therapists Provide Behavior Science Strategies for Parents
Our Fort Myers ABA therapists use proven behavior science strategies to address difficult or dangerous behaviors and promote functional and safe behaviors. A big part of our efforts involve parent education. The more these skills are practiced at home and…
When It’s Time to Seek ABA Therapy in Fort Myers
Considering ABA therapy in Fort Myers for your child? Here, FOCUS Therapy behavior therapists offer insight into when ABA (behavior therapy) is typically recommended. Contact us to schedule an ADOS test or inquire about starting ABA therapy or behavior consulting.