Dear Dr. Tracy

Neurodiverse Children and The Sensory Load – with Laura Petix

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In this episode, I sit down with neurodiverse affirming pediatric occupational therapist, Laura Petix, who specializes in sensory processing skills for neurodivergent individuals.   

  

Laura is the parent of a neurodivergent daughter and CEO of the OT Butterfly, where she educates parents on how sensory processing can have a direct impact on learning and behavior.  

  

Together, we discuss neurodiversity, sensory processing, and a lot of good stories in between. 

 

In this episode, we cover: 

 

  • Defining the "sensory cup" and what that means for neurodivergent children  
  • The differences in sensory processing between the neurodivergent and neurotypical brain  
  • How to share knowledge with a partner when raising a neurodivergent child    
  • The negative narratives children internalize about themselves  
  • How to have regulated and calm responses as parents in dysregulated moments   
  • Understanding the child’s internal experience when having a dysregulated moment    
  • Normalizing communication with your child about your sensory stimulation and needs as a parent  
  • Breaking down the meaning of neurodiversity and neurodiverse affirming 
  • High threshold vs. low threshold profiles for sensory processing and how to regulate them   
  • The autonomous connection we can have with our spouse and child when it comes to our sensory experience 

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    After listening to this episode, be sure to listen to part 2, Episode 73, with Laura and Dr. Tracy here.

     

    EPISODE LINKS:  

    Laura Petix Instagram  

    Laura Petix Website  

     

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