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The Scoop on Zippers and Buttons: OT Strategies for Mastering Daily Dressing Skills
As Fort Myers occupational therapists, one of the most rewarding moments for us is when a child successfully zips their own jacket for the first time. The pride that lights up their face tells a story that goes far beyond…
They Hear Me, But Do They Understand Me? A Fort Myers Speech Therapist Explains Receptive vs. Expressive Language
What happens when your child seems to hear you perfectly well, yet doesn’t follow simple directions? Do they look at you blankly after you’ve asked them simple questions, even though you know their hearing is fine? Do they seem to…
10 Questions Parents Should Ask Their Child’s FOCUS Therapy Team
As a parent, you are your child’s most important advocate. When your child begins therapy—whether it’s occupational therapy, speech therapy, ABA therapy or a combination of services—you’re entering into a partnership with professionals who are here to support your family’s…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Common Fort Myers ABA Therapy Strategies
Questions about your child’s behavior therapy? The Fort Myers ABA therapy team at FOCUS is here to support you every step of the way. FOCUS Therapy offers Fort Myers ABA therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, parent coaching, IEP assistance and…
Collaborative Approaches: How Fort Myers ABA Works With Other Therapies
At FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers, we believe that the most effective approach to pediatric therapy isn’t found in isolated treatment, but through thoughtful collaboration between disciplines. Our multidisciplinary model combines Fort Myers ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), Speech-Language Therapy, and…
Beyond Labels: How Diagnostic Information From Fort Myers ADOS Testing Shapes Effective Treatment
When parents first notice developmental differences in their child, questions and concerns naturally arise. Is this just a unique personality trait? A temporary delay? Or could it be something like autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? At our FOCUS Therapy, where we…