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OT Coaching Confidential

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by The OT Coach Australia

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OT Coaching Confidential - Real conversations. Real growth. Real therapists. Real world. OT Coaching Confidential is a mentoring podcast for occupational therapists and allied health professionals who want honest insight, genuine reflection, and the reassurance that they are not navigating this work alone. Each episode is a real, unscripted one-on-one mentoring session between host Alyce Svensk and an anonymous guest. An honest conversation about where they are right now, what they are working through, and what it looks and feels like to grow as a therapist and professional. Topics span the full breadth of practice life: clinical complexity, building confidence, managing a caseload, stepping into leadership, navigating private practice, career transitions, and everything in between. You will find: Real mentoring conversations grounded in everyday practice Thoughtful questions and gentle reframes that shift perspective Practical strategies you can take straight back into your week Space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with why you do this work Whether you are just starting out, deep in the complexity of clinical work, or building something of your own - there is something here for you. Hosted by Alyce Svensk, paediatric occupational therapist, coach, and founder of The OT Coach Australia. Want to be a guest? Being a guest on OT Coaching Confidential is a real mentoring session with Alyce and your story could be exactly what another OT needs to hear. Guests remain completely anonymous, so you can speak openly and honestly about where you are in your journey. Apply here: https://www.theotcoach.au/podcast-1

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April 5, 2026

Season 5 Episode 9: Growing a Practice Without Losing Yourself

In this final episode of OT Coaching Confidential Season 5, I’m joined by Rochelle, an experienced paediatric occupational therapist who has recently taken a significant next step in her business journey. After years of building a strong trauma-informed paediatric caseload as a sole trader, Rochelle has just transitioned into company structure and brought on her first employee. What sounds exciting on paper also brings a very real shift in identity, workload, and responsibility. Alongside holding her own long-term caseload of children and families with complex trauma backgrounds, Rochelle is now navigating onboarding, supervision, service agreements, business systems, payroll, and the invisible emotional load of becoming the person responsible for both clients and another therapist. This conversation explores what happens in those first few weeks after your first hire, when your clinical work remains full but the business suddenly demands a whole new layer of leadership and structure. <h3>We explore:</h3> <ul> <li>Transitioning from Sole Trader to Company Structure</li> <li>Onboarding and Supervising a First Therapist</li> <li>Building a Caseload Intentionally Rather Than Reactively</li> <li>The Emotional Load of Trauma-Informed Paediatric Practic</li> <li>Boundaries Around Phone Calls, Emails, and Crisis Communicatio</li> <li>Balancing Client Care with Business Sustainabilit</li> <li>Planning Systems for Future Growth Including Clinic and Admin Support</li> </ul> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> <ul> <li>Your First Hire Changes Your Role as Much as Your Business</li> <li>Supervision Needs Clear Structure and Intentional Tapering</li> <li>Responsive Care Does Not Mean Being Constantly Available</li> <li>Boundaries Protect Both Clinician Wellbeing and Service Quality</li> <li>Sustainable Growth Requires Systems Before Expansion</li> </ul> <h3>Mentioned in this episode:</h3> <ul> <li>The Master Timetable / Paper Planning Tool</li> <li>The OT Coach Business Hub</li> </ul> Brought to you by Alyce Svensk at The OT Coach Australia. Supporting occupational therapists and allied health professionals to build confidence, clarity, and connection through mentoring, supervision, workshops, and The OT Coach Academy. If this conversation resonated with you and you’d like support through supervision, business mentoring, or reflective practice, visit <a rel="noopener" target="_new" class="decorated-link cursor-pointer">www.theotcoach.au </a> to explore how The OT Coach Australia can support you.

March 29, 2026

Season 5 Episode 8: Stepping Into Private Practice: Navigating Autonomy, Admin, and Sustainability in Mental Health OT

In this episode of OT Coaching Confidential, I’m joined by Marie, an experienced occupational therapist who has recently transitioned from hospital and community mental health into private practice. With over 15 years of experience, Marie reflects on the shift from structured public health roles into the autonomy of private work. While the transition has brought flexibility and creative freedom, it has also introduced new challenges particularly around business systems, financial management, and the invisible load of admin. Together, we explore what it really looks like to build a sustainable mental health OT practice while balancing clinical care, business responsibilities, and personal life. <h3>We explore:</h3> <ul> <li>Transitioning from public mental health roles into private practice</li> <li>The emotional and cognitive load of managing admin, finances, and systems independently</li> <li>Navigating payment boundaries and discomfort around money conversations</li> <li>Structuring caseloads across NDIS, Medicare, and private clients</li> <li>Letting go of work streams that don’t align (e.g., functional capacity assessments)</li> <li>The tension between flexibility, family life, and financial sustainability</li> <li>Using tools (like AI and practice software) to reduce admin burden</li> <li>The difference between “being the therapist” and “running the business”</li> </ul> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> <ul> <li>A smooth clinical transition doesn’t always mean a well-structured business foundation</li> <li>Discomfort around money is common and requires clear, consistent systems</li> <li>Not all work streams are worth keeping, alignment matters more than opportunity</li> <li>Admin overwhelm is often a mix of clinical and business tasks, not just “extra work”</li> <li>External accountability (deadlines, supervision, structure) supports follow-through</li> <li>Autonomy is powerful but requires intentional boundaries and decision-making</li> <li>AI and digital tools can reduce cognitive load when used intentionally</li> <li>Sustainable practice comes from aligning workload, income, and lifestyle priorities</li> </ul> <h3>Mentioned in this episode:</h3> <ul> <li>Halaxy practice management system (invoicing, Medicare, client management)</li> <li>ChatGPT and AI tools for documentation, planning, and communication</li> <li>“She’s on the Money” podcast (financial literacy and planning)</li> <li>The concept of separating you from the business when setting boundaries</li> <li>Virtual assistants vs. clinical admin realities</li> <li>Financial planning, payroll setup, and income structuring for private practitioners</li> </ul> <h3>Brought to you by Alyce Svensk at The OT Coach Australia</h3> Supporting occupational therapists and allied health professionals to build confidence, clarity, and connection through mentoring, supervision, workshops, and The OT Coach Academy. If this conversation resonated with you and you’d like support through supervision, business mentoring, or reflective practice, visit <a target="_new" class="decorated-link" href="http://www.theotcoach.au">www.theotcoach.au </a> to explore how The OT Coach Australia can support you.

March 22, 2026

Season 5 Episode 7: Building a Values-Led Practice: Slowing Down, Backing Yourself, and Letting It Unfold

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What is OT Coaching Confidential?: OT Coaching Confidential - Real conversations. Real growth. Real therapists. Real world.

OT Coaching Confidential is a mentoring podcast for occupational therapists and allied health professionals who want honest insight, genuine reflection, and the reassurance that they are not navigating this work alone. Each episode is a real, unscripted one-on-one mentoring session between host Alyce Svensk and an anonymous guest. An honest conversation about where they are right now, what they are working through, and what it looks and feels like to grow as a therapist and professional.

Topics span the full breadth of practice life: clinical complexity, building confidence, managing a caseload, stepping into leadership, navigating private practice, career transitions, and everything in between.

You will find: Real mentoring conversations grounded in everyday practice Thoughtful questions and gentle reframes that shift perspective Practical strategies you can take straight back into your week Space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with why you do this work

Whether you are just starting out, deep in the complexity of clinical work, or building something of your own - there is something here for you.

Hosted by Alyce Svensk, paediatric occupational therapist, coach, and founder of The OT Coach Australia.

Want to be a guest? Being a guest on OT Coaching Confidential is a real mentoring session with Alyce and your story could be exactly what another OT needs to hear. Guests remain completely anonymous, so you can speak openly and honestly about where you are in your journey. Apply here: https://www.theotcoach.au/podcast-1
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.
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