At Skill Point Therapy, we use a DIRFloortime approach, which is a relationship-based, developmental model of therapy. This means we focus on connection before compliance.

Instead of expecting children to sit, perform, or follow directions right away, we meet them where they are developmentally and build from there. We follow your child’s lead, join them in what they love, and use play and meaningful interaction to support growth.

Through this approach, we help children strengthen their ability to regulate, engage, communicate, and problem-solve. We’re not just teaching isolated skills, we’re helping your child build the foundation needed to use those skills in real life, in a way that feels natural, meaningful, and lasting.

That’s completely okay, and actually something we expect. At Skill Point Therapy, we don’t rely on compliance or force participation. Instead, we focus on building trust, connection, and regulation first.

When children feel safe and understood, engagement naturally follows. We meet your child exactly where they are and support them in a way that feels respectful and effective.

Yes! Parent involvement is an important part of the process. We value collaboration and will share strategies, insights, and progress along the way so you feel confident supporting your child outside of sessions as well.

Your child’s evaluation is play-based, relaxed, and designed to feel comfortable, not stressful. We spend time getting to know your child through interaction, observation, and connection, while also talking with you to better understand your concerns, your child’s strengths, and your goals. This allows us to see the whole child, not just a checklist.

After the evaluation, we develop an individualized plan of care based on your child’s developmental level, strengths, and areas of need. We’ll review our recommendations with you and answer any questions. We will schedule consistent therapy sessions to begin as soon as the next week, focusing on building connection, regulation, communication, and functional skills in a way that feels natural and meaningful for your child.

To get started, you’ll complete our intake paperwork and provide a referral from your child’s doctor if using insurance. Once everything is received, our team will reach out to schedule your child’s evaluation and walk you through next steps. We’re here to make the process as smooth and supportive as possible. If you do not have your referral on you when you are filling out the forms you are also able to email them to Manager@SkillPointTherapy.com

At times, certain days and times, especially after school, may be limited. We do offer a waitlist and will always do our best to get your child started as soon as possible. Sometimes we can begin with a less preferred time and adjust as more availability opens up. Please contact us to find out our current availability, as we are continually growing our team and opening new appointment times.

We ask for at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations. Consistency is a big part of progress, especially with a relationship-based approach like DIRFloortime. Frequent cancellations or no-shows may result in moving to a flexible schedule so we can best support all of our families.

Yes! We offer social skills groups designed to support connection, communication, flexibility, and peer interaction in a fun, play-based environment.

Our groups are rooted in a DIRFloortime approach, meaning we focus on building relationships, shared attention, and meaningful interaction rather than just practicing “scripts” or forced social behaviors. We meet children where they are and help them grow their ability to engage with others in a natural, supported way.

Groups are formed based on age, developmental level, and social needs to ensure the best fit for each child. As we receive enough interest to create a well-matched group, we will reach out with available times and next steps.

Click the “Get Started” button to fill out the form and get on the list for an upcoming group

We accept a variety of insurance plans and are always expanding our network. We are currently providers for most Medicaid plans in Florida and Tricare, and we also accept direct pay through Step Up for Students. Please contact us to verify your specific coverage.

If we are out-of-network with your plan, we can provide superbills for reimbursement, and we also offer private pay options. Our team is happy to walk you through your options so there are no surprises.

Costs vary depending on your child’s needs, the type of services provided, and your insurance coverage.

We work with a variety of insurance plans, including Medicaid and Tricare, and also offer private pay and Step Up for Students options. Our team is happy to walk you through your specific benefits and any out-of-pocket costs so you feel comfortable moving forward.

Our goal is to make services as accessible and transparent as possible – please contact us and we’ll help guide you through your options.

We understand that when you’re ready to get help, you don’t want to wait. Start times depend on availability and therapist match, but we can often begin the evaluation process quickly and start therapy soon after.

No. Many families come to us with concerns, not a diagnosis. We can help you determine if an evaluation is appropriate and guide you through next steps.

We work with children across a range of developmental stages, from early childhood through adolescence. If you’re unsure, we’re happy to talk through your child’s situation.

Frequency depends on your child’s individual needs. After the evaluation, we’ll recommend a schedule that supports meaningful progress and fits your routine.

That’s more common than you might think. Our approach focuses on connection and regulation first, which often helps children engage and make meaningful progress in new ways.