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06/15/2026

There are a lot of old myths out there about what ABA therapy looks like. At FOCUS Therapy, we do things differently, we believe that children learn best when they are engaged, regulated, and having genuine fun. 🧩✨That's why our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs are entirely play-based, child-led, and relationship-centered. No rigid desk drills; just strategic, evidence-based play in a joyful, supportive environment!

Learn more about how our behavior consultants help kids build functional communication and independence through play: 👉

Fort Myers ABA therapy at FOCUS Therapy is play-based, child-led, and relationship-centered with a joyful approach to behavioral therapy.

06/05/2026

Waiting for or scheduling an autism evaluation can feel incredibly overwhelming for a parent. We see you, and we are here to help guide you through the process. ❤️

The ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) is considered the gold standard for autism evaluations, but what actually happens during the test?

To ease your anxiety and help you prepare, our clinical team created "The Parents' Roadmap to ADOS Testing in Southwest Florida." We break down the exact steps—from getting your pediatrician's referral to what the play-based assessment looks like on the day of your appointment.

🗺️ Learn more on our blog: https://focusflorida.com/ados-testing/the-parents-roadmap-to-fort-myers-ados-testing-in-southwest-florida/

Remember, you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Call our Fort Myers clinic at (239) 313-5049 to speak with our intake team.

Fort Myers ADOS testing at Focus Florida walks you through every step of the autism evaluation process — from your first referral to understanding your child's results.

05/26/2026

Have you noticed your child constantly sitting in a "W" position on the floor? Do they walk on their tiptoes, or seem just a little more "clumsy" than their peers? 🏃‍♂️⚠️

While these physical quirks are common, they are often a sign that a child's sensory processing, core strength, or motor planning needs a little extra support.

Our Fort Myers pediatric physical and occupational therapists have highlighted the top motor red flags that parents should look out for, explaining how these behaviors impact attention and play, and when it’s time to seek a professional screening.

🧠 Knowledge is power! Read the clinical insights from our OT/PT team here:

Fort Myers occupational therapists explain why W-sitting, toe-walking, and clumsiness, may signal your child's need for extra support.

05/22/2026

The "summer slide" isn't just for reading levels. Kids in therapy can struggle to maintain those hard-earned behavioral and communication skills when structure disappears. ☀️💙 Our newest blog breaks down what summer regression actually looks like and how you can help keep your child on track with their therapy goals.

Also: If you've been on the fence about whether your child might therapy or you're considering switching clinics, summer is a great time to line up those evaluations and clinic tours. Getting your child into a solid therapy routine over summer makes for a smoother transition heading into the fall.

https://focusflorida.com/aba-therapy/the-2026-summer-regression-prevention-guide-from-our-fort-myers-aba-therapists/

Fort Myers ABA therapists at FOCUS Therapy can help prevent summer regression in children with autism and help maintain their goals momentum.

05/21/2026

Please please be aware that screen time is NOT good for kids! Even if it’s “educational”, it’s still not as good as face to face interactions and play!

05/12/2026

Does your child quote movies instead of asking for things? That's not a problem to fix — it might actually be progress. 🎬💙 Our newest blog breaks down Gestalt Language Processing and explains exactly how our Fort Myers speech therapy team uses your child's favorite scripts as a launching pad for real communication.

Learn why your child's scripted speech and movie quotes may be a valid stage of language development, and how the Fort Myers speech therapy team at FOCUS Therapy uses Gestalt Language Processing to help children build original, functional communication.

05/04/2026

Getting an autism diagnosis after ADOS testing raises so many questions, especially when your child's evaluation points to more than one type of therapy. 💙 Our latest blog breaks down exactly why a child referred for "behavior" might actually need OT for sensory regulation or speech therapy for communication skills, and how our whole-child approach at FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers gets to the real root of what your child needs.

Learn why Fort Myers ADOS testing at FOCUS Therapy often leads to multidisciplinary recommendations, and how a whole-child approach to therapy for children with autism make faster, more lasting progress.

04/28/2026

Tacky Tourist Tuesday 📸🏝️🗽
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04/26/2026

Check out the simple 5-10 second 'wait time' technique Fort Myers speech therapy experts at FOCUS Therapy use to help children initiate communication. ⏰🗣💬💚

The simple 5-10 second 'wait time' technique Fort Myers speech therapy experts at FOCUS Therapy use to help children initiate communication.

04/20/2026

New to FOCUS? Welcome to the FOCUS Family! 🧡 If you’re new to our clinic or just starting your therapy journey in Southwest Florida, we know it can feel like a lot to take in.

We've got a lot of great information on our website, but here, we've also put together a quick, one-stop guide that may help your first visit go smoothly. Know that we're here to support you every step of the way! 🤝

🔗 Get the details: https://focusflorida.com/focus-news/new-to-focus-therapy-heres-what-you-need-to-know/

If your child is a new patient at FOCUS Therapy in Fort Myers: Welcome! Here's some information to get you started.