Licensed Professional Counselor/Podcast Host Neurodiversity Podcast O'Fallon, Missouri, United States
Short Description: Being neurodivergent comes with a wide range of unique sensory sensitivities. Sensory needs are intricately tied to emotional regulation and executive functions, however, their connection is frequently missed. Understanding these sensory needs (from all eight - yes, eight! - sensory systems) is key to providing a classroom environment that allows gifted and twice-exceptional students to thrive.
Learning Objectives:
Identify and classify the eight sensory systems and their impact on daily life to better understand the sensory needs of gifted and twice-exceptional students.
Establish the connection between sensory needs, emotional regulation, and executive functions to enhance support for students with unique sensory profiles.
Implement practical strategies to accommodate students with sensory sensitivities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment that promotes their academic and emotional well-being.
