The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Are you a teacher looking for support with students with diverse needs or behavior management in the classroom? Tune into The Misfit Behaviorists podcast, hosted by Caitlin Beltran and Audra Jensen, BCBAs and special education teachers, as they bring you actionable tips to behavior reduction and skill acquisition. Listen to evidence-based strategies with a student-centered focus as they share practical advice for special education teachers, behavior support teachers, BCBAs, and ABA professionals.
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The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Misfit Minute 27: That Time I Learned About... Sensory Overload in Autism (A Simple Moment That Changed Everything)
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A quick story from early in my autism journey that completely shifted how I understand sensory overload. One small moment in a speech therapy room turned into a lifelong reminder: we may be in the same space, but experiencing it in very different ways.
Key Takeaways
• Sensory overload isn’t always visible—A child may be overwhelmed even when the environment feels “normal” to us
• Not all brains filter the same way—Some learners hear, see, and feel everything at once
• Small details can be big triggers—Sounds you don’t notice (like a ticking clock) can be intense and constant
• Same room, different experience—Two people can share a space but have completely different sensory input
• Perspective matters—Understanding sensory differences helps build empathy and better support
• Don’t assume ease = universal—What feels simple to you may be overwhelming for someone else
Resources
• Check out this social story about communicating about sensory needs I Need Something: https://abainschool.com/p8t6
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