Occupational Therapy
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…
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…
Fort Myers OT Insights: Helping Children With Autism Manage Sensory Overload
At FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers, we work with incredible children every day—kids who are learning, growing, and thriving in their own unique ways. For many of the children we serve with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), one of the most…
Feeding Therapy Strategies for Family Mealtimes With Your Picky Eater
Mealtime should be a nourishing experience—both nutritionally and emotionally—for families. However, for parents of picky eaters, the dinner table can become a battleground of frustration, worry, and stress. At FOCUS Therapy, we understand the unique challenges faced by families navigating…
Co-Treatment Sessions: When Two Therapists Are Better Than One
At FOCUS Therapy, a multidisciplinary pediatric therapy clinic in Fort Myers, Florida, we believe in the power of collaboration. That belief is at the heart of co-treatment sessions — a dynamic and highly effective approach where two therapists from different…
Summer Sensory Activities in Fort Myers to Support Child Development
If you’re a South Florida parent, you know the drill: by 10 AM, the temperature is climbing, humidity is at sauna levels, and the “I’m bored” chorus has begun. For parents of children with developmental delays or sensory processing challenges,…
May is Pediatric Feeding Disorder Awareness Month
FOCUS offers Fort Myers speech therapy, feeding and swallowing therapy, ABA therapy, occupational therapy, and ADOS testing. Call (239) 313.5049 or Contact Us online.
Weighted Items: Fort Myers Occupational Therapist Explains When, How & Why They Might Help Your Child
For many children with sensory processing challenges, developmental delays, and/or autism spectrum disorder, the world can sometimes feel overwhelming. Sensory input that most people process unconsciously can feel intense, distracting, or even distressing. As a Fort Myers occupational therapist can…
Fort Myers Occupational Therapist Tips for Teaching Your Child Dress Themselves
FOCUS offers Fort Myers occupational therapy, as well as pediatric speech therapy, ABA therapy, and ADOS testing. Call (239) 313.5049 or Contact Us online.