Improving child behavior often starts with understanding what you’re really seeing beneath the surface. Many children who hit, avoid tasks, shut down, or have significant emotional reactions may actually be struggling with sensory overload, poor motor control,...
Some children struggle with sensory needs in ways that aren’t always easy to see. A child might avoid certain clothing textures or become overwhelmed by bright lights without anyone realizing these are sensory challenges. Studies show that approximately 1 in 6...
Parenting a child with sensory processing challenges can feel confusing, exhausting, and even isolating at times. As a pediatric occupational therapist with over 20 years of experience and the owner of Skill Point Therapy in Tampa and Brandon, I understand how...
Effective Sensory Strategies for Children's OT at Skill Point Therapy
Supporting your child’s occupational therapy doesn’t stop when the clinic session ends—in fact, some of the most meaningful growth happens at home. By embracing a child-led approach, such as DIRFloortime®, parents and siblings can naturally extend therapy...
Children with ADHD often face unique challenges in their daily lives, both at school and at home. They may struggle with tasks like staying focused during class or following multi-step directions, which can leave them feeling frustrated or left behind. For parents and...
Local occupational therapy services for kids are designed to help children build the skills they need to succeed in daily life. At Skill Point Therapy in Tampa and Brandon, we utilize the child-led DIRFloortime model, which transforms therapy into playful and...
