[tri-med] Behavior Modification

We have an eight year old boy diagnosed at the age of one with trisomy mosaic 
8.  He has had 12 operations to correct feet and tendon issues and has been 
through therapy for audio recognition.  He is involved in mainstream education, 
is functioning above his grade level in IQ.  Our problem is he has a focus 
issue where when he focuses on the computer or a book, he can not focus to go 
to the bathroom.  He has developed almost a compulsive nature toward electronic 
games to the point of sneaking time on the computer when he has been asked to 
play with books, puzzles, or toys.  We would like the name of a therapist is 
the Pinellas County, FL area, who can help us with positive Behavior 
Modification.  We do not use punitive actions (time outs, etc.) as they only 
seem to frustrate him and he can not seem to relate them to the misbehavior.  
We need tools to help this young man.  We know the Behavior Modification has to 
start with us; but we don't know what to do.  Does anyone know of a person in 
our area whop specializes in this particular issue.  thank you in advance.
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