by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 30, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
Our Tampa and Brandon pediatric occupational and speech therapists understand that sensory challenges can make everyday life more difficult for children with autism. Studies show that nearly 80% of children with autism have sensory processing differences, which can...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 24, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
Creating a safer home for children with autism begins with understanding both their strengths and their unique challenges. Many families worry about wandering, since studies show nearly 50% of children with autism attempt to leave home unsafely at some point. This...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 17, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
Many Tampa and Brandon parents tell us their biggest fear is their child wandering out of the house without warning. For more than 20 years, we’ve seen families worry about open doors, curious little hands, or a child running toward a busy street. Keeping Kids...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 15, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
As a pediatric occupational therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting children with autism, I’ve seen firsthand that autism therapy progress sometimes stalls, even when families are doing everything they can. That’s one of the reasons our...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 14, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
At Skill Point Therapy in Tampa and Brandon, autism therapy with DIRFloortime often combines speech therapy and occupational therapy to help children grow and thrive. This child-led approach makes therapy fun and engaging while building real-life skills in...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 12, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
Recognizing autism in babies can feel overwhelming for parents. It’s normal to worry when your child seems different or doesn’t meet milestones like other babies. You’re not alone, and your care and concern show that you’re already doing...
