The Sensory Code by The OT Butterfly

Learn how to decode behavior using a nervous system lens and how to incorporate sensory strategies into your daily life by these real life case study examples.

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Classroom regulation and accommodations to prevent aggression
    *this publication includes a few affiliate links*   Let’s jump right back into Jacob’s story.[Start at part 1 here, or catch up on part 2 here] Jacob’s parents were eager to try anything that might decrease his aggressive behaviors at his co-op preschool. Based on what we knew (that he seeks...
by Laura Petix — Sep 29, 2025 aggression classroom heavy work meltdowns mixed thresholds repair social skills tactile sensitivity
Sensitive to touch, but rough in play
    Welcome to part 2 of Jacob’s story, you can check out part 1 [here].   Jacob’s parents were doing their best to keep up with his big sensory cup and constant need for movement, but there also seemed to be big emotions tied up in that cup.   While some kids mask at school and save their meltd...
by Laura Petix — Sep 22, 2025 aggression classroom meltdowns mixed thresholds social skills tactile sensitivity
Meet Jacob: A fearless, adventurous preschooler with feelings bigger than his sensory cup.
    At the fresh age of 3, Jacob already knew exactly what he wanted out of each day: get as muddy as possible, jump from the tallest tree he could find, be the loudest kid in the room aaannnndddd keep his parents and teachers on their toes—because life would be boring otherwise, right?   Sensor...
by Laura Petix — Sep 15, 2025 aggression big feelings hitting meltdowns preschool sensory seeking
Neurons that fire together, wire together
Let’s learn more about Henry.   If you missed his intro, click here to read it. Henry is a cuddly, energetic 5-year-old with a mixed bag of differing sensory needs that show up most around bedtime, transitions, and anything involving water.   Today, we’ll zoom in on his sensitivity and avoidance...
by Laura Petix — Aug 25, 2025 bathtime fight or flight meltdowns sympathetic tactile
To travel or not to travel?
  We’re in the final part of Mina’s story and today we’re talking about expecting, managing and supporting dysregulation when traveling.   Whether it’s something as small as going to the aquarium for the day or taking a trip to visit grandparents in another state—traveling and going to fun place...
by Laura Petix — Aug 11, 2025 accommodations meltdowns occupational therapy routine travel
The subtle clue that a meltdown is coming
  If you’re just joining us, here’s a mini review of Mina, our case study for this month.   Mina is 3 years old and does great when she’s in control and everything in her environment and days are scheduled and run exactly how she likes it. Easy peasy, right? 😅   Mina’s parents wanted help making...
by Laura Petix — Aug 04, 2025 aggression behavior coregulation dysregulation meltdowns morning meltdowns
Meet Mina: A Bright, Determined 3-Year-Old Who Loves Her Routines and Knows Exactly How She Wants Her Socks
  When Mina’s parents first reached out to me, they weren’t in crisis mode, but they were definitely carrying the weight of months (maybe years) of trying to “figure it out” on their own. I know firsthand how jolting it can feel when you look up one day and realize you’ve been in survival mode f...
by Laura Petix — Jul 21, 2025 meltdowns nervous system regulation rigidity routines transitions travel
Your child is NOT in control of their meltdowns
  Welcome to part 3 of Chelsea’s story. If you want to catch up, click here to read part 2 and click here to read part 1.   By now, it's clear that Chelsea is a very insightful kid who feels conflicted by her desire to participate in some things and her anxiety over the dysregulating experience ...
Apr 14, 2025 aggressive emotional regulation fight or flight meltdowns
Chelsea: A self-aware, sensitive kindergartener with FOMO and big feelings
Meet Chelsea Meet my friend Chelsea, a 5-year-old who cares deeply about her family and friends, wants to join in on all the fun, yet is often held back or misjudged because of her social anxiety, sensory overload and emotional dysregulation.    In the parent intake form, Chelsea’s parents said,...
Mar 31, 2025 emotional regulation meltdowns social anxiety

The Sensory Code by The OT Butterfly

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