Fort Myers occupational therapy
New to FOCUS Therapy? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Welcome to the FOCUS family! Whether your child has just received their first evaluation recommendation, you’re transferring from another clinic, or you’re simply exploring your options in Southwest Florida: We are genuinely glad you are here! Starting or changing your…
What to Know When Your Child Needs Speech, OT, and ABA at a Fort Myers Pediatric Therapy Clinic
If your child has been recommended for speech therapy, occupational therapy, and ABA therapy, you may be feeling a mix of emotions: relief that there is a plan, but also overwhelmed by the prospect of multiple appointments, multiple therapists, and…
Is It “Naughty” — Or Is It Vestibular? When Behavioral Outbursts Are Actually a Cry for Physical Movement
Your child melts down at the dinner table, bolts across the waiting room, can’t sit still during homework, or throws themselves dramatically onto the couch for the tenth time before noon. You’ve tried the gentle reminders, the consequences, the deep…
The “No Thank You” Plate: A Simple Feeding Strategy to Reduce Mealtime Power Struggles
As Fort Myers occupational therapists who specialize in pediatric feeding therapy, we at FOCUS Therapy understand the daily challenges families face when their child with autism struggles with extreme picky eating. If mealtimes in your home have become battlegrounds filled…
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…
Early Signs of Autism in Toddlers: What Parents Often Notice First
As parents watch their children grow and develop, they naturally celebrate each milestone—first smiles, first words, first steps. But sometimes, parents begin to notice differences in how their child interacts with the world around them. These observations, though sometimes subtle,…
Helping Kids Who Struggle with Transitions: OT Tools That Work
Every parent has been there: the meltdown when it’s time to leave the playground, the resistance when turning off the TV, or the tears that come with switching from one activity to another. But for some children, these transition moments…
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…
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…