Laura Petix, MS, OTR/L

Laura Petix, MS, OTR/L, is a Filipino American, neurodivergent pediatric occupational therapist and author whose work focuses on sensory processing and nervous system-informed behavior support. She is the founder of The OT Butterfly, an education platform for parents, educators, and clinicians that translates neuroscience into practical, real-world strategies, and host of the Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions podcast. With a background spanning clinical practice, research, and large-scale digital education, she is known for making complex sensory science accessible, affirming, and actionable.

Petix is the author of The Sensory Code: Understanding Sensory Processing Differences to Support Your Child’s Unique Needs and A Kids Book About Neurodiversity.