Holly the OT

<p>A judgement free podcast supporting student, new grads and early year occupational therapists!</p>

Ep 77: Your Questions Answered - Living and Working in Darwin, NDIS Changes, Expanding a team and more!

Send us a text Welcome back to Holly the OT Podcast! I popped a question box on my stories and you absolutely delivered. In this Q&A, I share unfiltered, honest thoughts on what life and work in the NT really look like, how I’d run the NDIS if I had a magic wand, and where I think OTA advocacy can keep pushing forward. I also chat about growing my practice without burning out, surviving placement with your sanity intact, finding (and thriving in) a new-grad role, and plenty more along th...

10-14
54:40

Ep 76: Diving in to H2OT with Sam Harris

Send us a text Welcome back to Holly the OT Podcast! This week I’m joined by the absolutely FABULOUS Samantha Harris, founder of h2OT. Sam talks us through her OT journey, from new grad to navigating life in London in 2020 (IYKYK!), and then returning home to Australia and launching the her own private practice (with a difference). We dive (hehe) into all things business, occupational therapy, and everything in between. Sam share's about what it is really like being an aquatic OT, and h...

08-18
01:11:35

Ep 75: Little Heroes, Big Impact: Ricardo's OT Journey

Send us a text Welcome back to the Holly the OT Podcast! Today, I’m joined by Ricardo Rahme from Little Heroes OT to talk all things allied health business, being a male in a female-dominated field and breaking the mould of traditional 1:1 therapy. Ricardo shares his experience navigating burnout as a business owner and what he’s doing differently to avoid it happening again. It’s a fantastic episode no matter where you are in your journey. Thanks so much for coming on, Ric! https://www.littl...

07-14
01:17:31

EP 74: THE RURAL SPEECHIE: Living, Working and Thriving in remote WA with Taylor Gartner

Send us a text From Geraldton to Perth and all the way out to remote WA, Taylor’s journey as a speechie has taken her through some of the most stunning parts of the country. She’s got a big passion for rural health and knows a thing or two about the rewards and challenges of working in remote communities. Now running her own business, Taylor opens up about the tough call to leave a supportive and fulfilling role to do things a bit differently. There’s something in this episode for every...

05-12
50:28

73: Therapist Talks with Bradley Williams from The Becoming Collective

Send us a text Episode 73 of Holly the OT podcast and I am joined by the WONDERFUL Bradley Williams. Brad is an incredibly kind and compassionate OT who has this incredible knack of making you think a little bit deeper about things. You may know Brad through his work with the Becoming Collective, but in this episode Brad shares his journey of becoming and OT, what lead him to doing things differently through his clinical work and the overall mission of TBC. Brad and I could chat...

03-17
54:43

72: Student Series with Sezzy (She Studies OT).

Send us a text If your social media feed has any tinge of OT influence, you would already know who Sarah is, but this ep is all about getting to know the legend behind the incredible "she studies ot" social accounts. Sezzy shares about her journey to studying OT, how Jason Derulo influenced her starting an OT insta account and what she is looking forward too once she graduates. Such a great chat that I think you will all LOVE! The link to THE Jason Derulo pod: https://open.spotify.com...

03-17
39:41

Ep 71: We are bacckkkkkkk! Q & A

Send us a text G'day guys! Holly the OT podcast is back for 2025 - and we are kicking things off with a Q & A. These were the most common questions that were asked over on insta (so thanks so much for sending Q's through!!!). I answer questions on expanding my business, moving interstate, what brings me the most happiness and SO much more. Happy Listening!

03-17
25:34

Ep 70: From a lap of Aus to a tech start up - The story of ClinicianX with Caitlin Stejskal

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome back to Holly the OT podcast! Today's guest is the absolute legend that is Caitlin Stejskal. Caitlin is the founder of ClinicianX - but before that, she was a burnt-out early year therapist who took off on a 14 month adventure around Australia. During her trav...

12-01
59:34

EP 69: Your guide to AI in healthcare with Everbility founders Angela and Mani!

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome back to Holly the OT! I am joined by 2 very EPIC guests on this weeks ep - Angela and Mani (the founders of Everbility!). I was super excited for this chat, as AI in healthcare feels like this big mysterious concept that can be way too intimidating (for me at ...

11-26
48:25

EP 68: JOB BOARD WITH ALL STAR THERAPIES IN GERALDTON

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

10-31
53:01

EP 67: Learn about Rural Health Clubs and the NRHSN with all round legend, Ed Price!

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! This week I am joined by Ed Price, who at the time of recording was the Allied Health Officer for the National Rural Health Student Network (NRHSN). Ed shares his journey from Marine Biology to studying OT, and how an o...

10-20
31:38

EP 66: From Studying OT to Leading Clinical Oncology Trials - Why It's OK if OT isn't for you (with Ashleigh Fenech)

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au Welcome Back to Holly the OT! Todays episode is a wonderful chat about what can happen after you realise OT might not be for you. Ash was studying OT before realising after her first placement that it really wasn't for her. Ash switched degrees and is now leading clin...

10-03
47:35

65: Let's Catch up! I got engaged + my business is hiring!!! Whaaaatt?!?!

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au Hey legends! Just a quick catch up episode for you today. Life has been SO hectic (in the best way!). I got engaged, my business is hiring OT's and I had a wee lil health scare. Thanks for being here and listening in!

09-25
18:54

64: Job Board Podcast with My Therapy Crew (Darwin + Brisbane)

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

09-22
35:24

63: JOB BOARD PODCAST WITH FORBES CARE OT

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

08-26
25:16

62: PODCAST JOB BOARD - Stronger Together Foundation

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

08-23
26:40

EP 61: PODCAST JOB BOARD - Connect PTS (Karratha, WA) with Emily Clark and Sarah Hall

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

08-20
48:16

EP 60: PODCAST JOB BOARD WITH LAURA POLLOCK FROM GERONIMO

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

08-12
30:40

59: Finding your Niche in Occupational Therapy with Justin (Wheelie Worx) and Leesa (The Mindful OT)

Send us a text Leesa and Justin are back!! In this episode of the Holly the OT Podcast, I interview Justin from WheelieWorx and Leesa Tuffnell from The Mindful OT where we discuss the journey of finding your niche and specialising in an area of occupational therapy. We discuss the benefits and challenges of specialising in a specific area of practice, and how at the end of the day is all about finding your passion and purpose (whether that relates to your work as an OT or not). This wa...

08-01
01:05:24

58: OT JOB BOARD - OUTBACK THERAPY

Send us a text Holly the OT is very proud to be supported by Otuition - an online professional development community created by OT's for OT's. Use my code HOLLYOT15 for 15% off your annual subscription! https://otuition.com.au/ Welcome to the OT PODCAST JOB BOARD - An interactive job board where you can hear directly from the businesses themselves. You'll hear about the fun parts of each business, but also about the important stuff (think wages, billables and what supports are on offer). I a...

07-25
27:40

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