Occupational Therapy
Preparing Your Child with Autism for Joyful and Stress-Free Holiday Celebrations
The holidays are a time of joy, togetherness, and tradition. However, they can also bring unique challenges for families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The unfamiliar sights, sounds, smells, and routines can feel overwhelming, and transitions or sensory…
Stimming Takes Many Different Forms
Stimming is a common behavior among people with autism. A lot of people think solely of hand-flapping or spinning, but it can take many different forms. In general, stimming is NOT a bad thing. It’s often used as a means…
How Sensory Processing Affects Learning – and How Occupational Therapy Can Help
In early childhood, learning isn’t just about books, numbers, and letters; it’s about the senses—touch, sound, sight, movement—all dancing together in a delicate balance to make the world make sense. For some children, however, this sensory world is disjointed, overwhelming,…
Does Your Child Have Sensory Processing Disorder? We Can Help!
FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers offers help for children with sensory processing disorder, including occupational therapy, ABA therapy, speech therapy and behavior consulting / parent coaching. Call (239) 313.5049 or Contact Us online to learn more.
Why Do We Need Occupational Therapy?
FOCUS offers pediatric speech, occupational, physical, and ABA therapy in Fort Myers and throughout Southwest Florida. Call (239) 313.5049 or Contact Us online. Additional Resources: What is Occupational Therapy? AOTA Brochure More Blog Entries: Fort Myers Occupational Therapy Tips for Maximum Attention…
“Heavy Work” Recommended by Fort Myers Occupational Therapists
“Heavy work” can go a long way toward helping kids self-regulate – which also minimizes tantrums and emotional outbursts. Check out some of the “heavy work” activities recommended by our Fort Myers occupational therapists.
Fort Myers Swimming Lessons Can Reduce Drowning Risk for Kids With Disabilities
Children with disabilities are often at higher risk of drowning, particularly in Florida. Fort Myers swimming lessons can go a long way toward reducing that risk. A few local Fort Myers swimming lessons providers that may be helpful resources for…