Fort Myers speech therapy
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…
Fort Myers Now Has National Stuttering Association Chapter – 1st Meet Up 10/16
FOCUS Therapy is excited to share the news that the National Stuttering Association now has a Fort Myers chapter – and their first meet up is scheduled for 10/16. The motto of the National Stuttering Association is, “If you stutter,…
Fort Myers Speech Therapists Explain Developmental Language Disorders
As Fort Myers speech therapists, we frequently work with parents who are concerned about their child’s speech and language development. If you’re noticing that your child is struggling to communicate or understand language compared to their peers, you may be…
Importance of WH Questions in Measuring Language Development
As pediatric speech therapists in Fort Myers, one of the key tools we use to assess and support language development in children is the ability to understand and answer WH questions. You’re familiar with these: They’re the questions that begin…
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…
Why a Speech Therapist for Child Swallowing Issues?
If your child has been diagnosed with swallowing issues, you may be wondering why they’ve been referred to a speech therapist. After all, they may have no issues with talking or communicating. Or maybe they do – but what’s that…
“Social Communication Skills Are Vital” -Child Speech Therapist
Communication is at the heart of WHY we use language. As a Fort Myers child speech therapist, I recognize social communication skills as fundamental in language learning and development. A significant portion of early intervention speech therapy sessions (especially for…
Think Your Child Has a Written Language Disorder? Pediatric Speech Therapists Spell Out The Top Signs
A written language disorder is a type of learning disability that impacts a child’s ability to read, write, and spell. As Estero pediatric speech therapists, we see it manifesting in a number of ways, including: Written language disorders tend to…
Fort Myers Speech Therapist on Cochlear Implants and Speech-Language Development
If your child has or is expected to need cochlear implants, they may also need speech therapy. Consultation with a Fort Myers speech therapist can help parents ascertain whether their child will likely need speech-language therapy and if so, how…