Where Our Story Began
The Sensory Spot began with one mom and her autistic daughter trying to navigate loud, crowded spaces. Today, we're a social impact partner across the United States, blending sensory interior design, portable sensory sacks, and neurodiversity education so everyday places feel possible, not painful.
From Home To Community
Our journey started during Covid, outfitting homes when in-person therapies suddenly stopped. When we stepped back into restaurants, churches, doctor offices, and community events, it was clear most spaces were noisy, overwhelming, and unprepared for sensory needs. The gap was obvious, and so was our call to respond.
Why Lived Experience Matters
Lived experience is our starting point, not an afterthought. India's journey as a mom to an autistic daughter, paired with her master's in disability studies, grounds our work. Our team of parents, therapists, and educators translates daily sensory struggles into clear, doable changes for real spaces.
Our Mission And Vision
The Sensory Spot was born from one mom's search for support in the busy, beautiful, noisy New York City, with overwhelming spaces. Today, we partner with restaurants, churches, clinics, and community venues to weave sensory design, tools, and training into daily life so neurodivergent people of every age are truly seen, supported, and welcomed.
India Bee
India Bee is a local beekeeper and the founder, creator, and curator of Sensory Friendly Spaces. Her journey began in 2020, when her daughter, Memphis, was diagnosed with autism, inspiring India to seek sensory accommodations and practical solutions to help her daughter navigate everyday environments. With over six years of lived experience and advocacy, along with a Master’s degree in Disability Studies, she combines personal insight and professional knowledge to make a meaningful impact.
India specializes in sensory interior design, inclusive support, and neurodiversity education. She partners with families, organizations, and community spaces to create environments that respect individual sensory needs, support regulation, and help neurodivergent people feel welcomed, understood, and included.
Supporting Diverse Sensory Needs
We help individuals navigate sensory challenges with tailored tools, education, and inclusive design strategies.
ADHD
ADHD affects focus, regulation, and comfort, making sensory‑supportive environments essential for daily stability.
Autism
Autistic individuals often experience sensory overload, benefiting greatly from structured, calming, supportive spaces.
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
ODD behaviors can intensify with sensory stress, requiring environments that reduce triggers and support regulation.
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
SPD impacts how sensory input is received, making customized tools and spaces crucial for comfort.