Health Coach OT: Evidence-Based Coaching Tips and Resources for Managing Chronic Disease in Rehabilitation
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<p><strong>Health Coach OT is a podcast for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants who want to strengthen their clinical practice using coaching skills — without leaving the profession.</strong></p> <p>Hosted by Jaclyn Schwartz, PhD, OTR/L, NBC-HWC, the show explores how health coaching can fit within everyday occupational therapy practice. We discuss behavior change, chronic disease management, self-management, participation, and helping clients take more ownership in their care.</p> <p>This podcast is not about rebranding as a life coach or exiting healthcare. It is about practicing differently — shifting from directing change to supporting it in a way that is ethical, grounded, and aligned with occupational therapy scope.</p> <p>If you are an occupational therapist who cares about strong clinical reasoning, clear professional identity, and better long-term outcomes, this podcast is for you.</p>
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Recent Episodes
February 14, 2026
10 Why Carryover Determines Occupational Therapy Outcomes (And How Coaching Skills Help)
Most occupational therapy outcomes are decided outside the session. In this episode, I explore why carryover — what clients actually do in daily life — matters more than in-session performance, and how coaching skills support real-life change in OT practice.Occupational therapy practitioners are trained to design effective sessions. But clients spend far more time navigating real routines, real barriers, and real environments without us. If an intervention doesn’t carry over into daily life, it doesn’t produce meaningful outcomes.Using the example of missed home exercise programs (HEPs), I discuss why “noncompliance” is often just information. When a client says they didn’t follow through, that moment reveals habits, readiness, context, and feasibility. Coaching-informed occupational therapy helps us slow down, ask better questions, and adjust interventions based on real life.In this episode, we discuss:- Why carryover determines occupational therapy outcomes- How productivity-driven systems prioritize visible performance- Why missed home programs are data, not failure- Where coaching skills naturally live in OT practice- Why coaching conversations can feel uncomfortable- How coaching strengthens therapeutic use of selfThis episode is for occupational therapy practitioners who want to support behavior change and participation without leaving OT scope.⏱ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction02:30 – Carryover vs in-session performance05:00 – The missed home exercise program moment08:30 – “Noncompliance” as information10:30 – Coaching conversations in OT12:00 – Productivity systems and discomfort13:24 – Closing reflections📥 ResourcesDownload the OT Coaching Intervention Framework & Subscribe to the weekly newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1667608/160601731305047244/share🔎 Hashtags#OccupationalTherapy#OTPractice#OccupationalTherapyCoaching#BehaviorChange#HealthCoachOT
September 18, 2025
9 Three Health Coaching Career Paths Every OT Practitioner Should Consider
Tired of being stuck in the traditional occupational therapy system with limited autonomy over your schedule, interventions, and client outcomes? Discover three distinct health coaching career paths that leverage your unique OT background while offering flexibility, remote work opportunities, or the potential to earn more than traditional OT salaries.In This Episode:Dr. Jaclyn Schwartz breaks down three health coaching career paths specifically designed for occupational therapy practitioners, each with different benefits, challenges, and income potentials.What You'll Learn:Path #1: Employee Health Coach - Work remotely for established companies like insurance providers or health tech startups, with immediate income and flexible schedulingPath #2: Independent Health Coaching Practice - Build your own business with unlimited income potential and complete autonomy over your practicePath #3: Integrated Coaching Skills - Enhance your current OT practice with evidence-based coaching techniques for better client outcomesKey Takeaways:- Why OTs are naturally suited for health coaching roles due to their training in activity analysis, behavior change, and client-centered care- How health coaches can work across state lines and provide services both in-person and online- The advantage of coaching scope allowing broader geographic reach compared to traditional OT practice- How these paths aren't mutually exclusive - you can combine approaches to build a career that works for your lifeWho This Episode Is For:- Occupational therapy practitioners experiencing burnout in traditional settings- OTs seeking geographic flexibility and remote work opportunitiesPractitioners wanting to enhance their clinical effectiveness with coaching skills- Allied health professionals interested in expanding beyond traditional interventionsResources Mentioned:Health Coach OT website: www.healthcoachot.comWeekly newsletter with evidence-based coaching tips and updates on our health coaching certificate for occupational therapy practitioners.Connect with Dr. Jaclyn Schwartz:Website: healthcoachot.comEmail newsletter for coaching tips and early access to programs
September 11, 2025
8 From Traditional OT to ADHD Coach
Discover how an OT enhanced her approach to ADHD treatment by shifting from traditional one-hour weekly sessions to comprehensive family coaching that creates lasting change.In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Schwartz interviews Julia Welter, an occupational therapist who made the bold transition from traditional pediatric OT practice to specialized ADHD coaching. Julia shares her journey from archaeology student to ADHD expert, revealing why the traditional therapy model wasn't enough to create the lasting change families desperately needed.What You'll Learn:- Why traditional one-hour weekly OT sessions have significant limitations for ADHD treatment- The key differences between treating the child versus coaching the entire family system- How to identify performance deficits in children with ADHD beyond the obvious hyperactivity symptoms- Practical intervention strategies that parents can implement throughout the week- The strengths-based approach that transforms how we view ADHD- Essential resources and next steps for OTs interested in ADHD coachingGuest Bio:Julia Welter is an occupational therapist with seven years of experience in outpatient pediatric settings. She specializes in working with families navigating ADHD challenges and has developed a coaching approach that empowers parents with the tools and strategies typically reserved for therapy sessions. Her business, Wildly Brilliant Brains, focuses on helping families understand and support the unique ADHD brain.Connect with Julia:Instagram: @WildlyBrilliantBrainsFacebook: Wildly Brilliant Brains🎯 TAKE ACTION: If this episode inspired you to explore ADHD coaching or expand your approach with neurodivergent families, we want to hear from you!- Share your biggest takeaway on social media using #HealthCoachOT and tag @healthcoachot & @wildlybrilliantbrains- Connect with fellow listeners who are also expanding beyond traditional interventions- Have a question for Dr. Schwartz? Send it to jaclyn@healthcoachot.com for a chance to be featured in a future episode- Know an OT who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a colleague who works with ADHD familiesStay Connected:Website: www.healthcoachot.comInstagram: @healthcoachotEmail: jaclyn@healthcoachot.com⭐ Love the show? Please leave a 5-star review and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Your reviews help other therapists discover these game-changing approaches to client care.
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- What is Health Coach OT: Evidence-Based Coaching Tips and Resources for Managing Chronic Disease in Rehabilitation?
<p><strong>Health Coach OT is a podcast for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants who want to strengthen their clinical practice using coaching skills — without leaving the profession.</strong></p> <p>Hosted by Jaclyn Schwartz, PhD, OTR/L, NBC-HWC, the show explores how health coaching can fit within everyday occupational therapy practice. We discuss behavior change, chronic disease management, self-management, participation, and helping clients take more ownership in their care.</p> <p>This podcast is not about rebranding as a life coach or exiting healthcare. It is about practicing differently — shifting from directing change to supporting it in a way that is ethical, grounded, and aligned with occupational therapy scope.</p> <p>If you are an occupational therapist who cares about strong clinical reasoning, clear professional identity, and better long-term outcomes, this podcast is for you.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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