ABA therapy
Why In-Clinic ABA Therapy Outshines At-Home ABA Therapy: Insights from a BCBA
When seeking Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for your child, you may be wondering about the advantages/challenges of choosing between in-clinic or at-home services. While both settings offer opportunities for skill development, it’s our position at FOCUS Therapy that in-clinic…
Why Multidisciplinary Therapy is a Game-Changer for Your Child
When your child faces developmental delays or behavioral challenges, finding the right support can feel overwhelming. A multidisciplinary therapy clinic like FOCUS Therapy can be true game-changer for helping your child thrive. At our Fort Myers therapy clinic, we believe…
FOCUS Emphasizes Play-Based Therapy
FOCUS offers pediatric speech therapy, occupational therapy, ABA therapy, and parent coaching /behavior consulting in Fort Myers, FL. Call (239) 313.5049 or Contact Us online.
Does Your Child Have Autism? FOCUS Offers Fort Myers Autism Testing
FOCUS Therapy offers ADOS testing for autism in Fort Myers, as well as pediatric speech therapy, ABA therapy and occupational therapy. There is no cure for autism, but many of the symptoms can be effectively managed — particularly with early…
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…
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…
