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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Neurons that fire together, wire together
Let’s learn more about Henry.
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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.
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Today, we’ll zoom in on his sensitivity and avoidance...
by Laura Petix —
Aug 25, 2025
bathtime
fight or flight
meltdowns
sympathetic
tactile
It's not a complaint, it's a clue.
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Remember last week when we learned that Theo was able to apologize to his teacher after eloping and then ask for a hug as a co-regulation strategy? Today I want to share something he said that led his mom and I to a huge revelation.
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If you’re reading this out of order, catch up on parts ...
by Laura Petix —
Mar 24, 2025
parasympathetic
stimming
sympathetic
The Sensory Code by The OT Butterfly