by Nicole Bilodeau | May 19, 2026 | Sensory Therapy
Why “Defiant” Behavior Is Often a Signal, Not a Choice: Understanding Childhood Meltdowns and Therapy Options By Nicole Bilodeau, MS, OTR/L — Skill Point Therapy When a child acts “defiant,” it’s often a sign of overwhelm, not willful misbehavior. Parents and...
by Nicole Bilodeau | May 17, 2026 | Play-Based Therapy
Outdoor Play: How Nature-Based Activities Encourage Exploration and Growth in Children Outdoor play describes child-led and guided activities that take place in natural or semi-natural settings—yards, parks, creeks, or gardens—where children move, explore, and...
by Nicole Bilodeau | May 11, 2026 | Speech Therapy
Evidence-Based Speech Therapy Techniques to Reduce Stuttering in Children Stuttering in childhood is a communication difference that makes fluent speech unpredictable. Knowing which empirically supported techniques work is important for parents, teachers, and...
by Nicole Bilodeau | May 4, 2026 | Pediatric Therapy Services
Pediatric Therapy in Tampa: How SkillPoint Therapy Supports Your Child As a Tampa parent, you want thoughtful, effective care for your child’s development. Pediatric therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all — your family deserves coordinated, compassionate support that fits...
by Nicole Bilodeau | May 1, 2026 | Fine Motor Skills
Fine Motor Activities to Help Kids Grow: Practical Pediatric Therapy Exercises and Developmental Support Fine motor skills are essential to a child’s growth — they shape everyday independence, school participation, and self-care. These abilities depend on fine...
