Come take a front row seat on the most inspiring OT conversations that will inject you with unbound confidence and leave you feeling lit up and empowered to take action in your own life, work and business.
This podcast is for the occupational therapy professionals who dare to think differently, who deeply resonate with a lifestyle approach to therapy and who endeavour to
create meaningful change in the lives of others – occupation by occupation. It’s for the entrepreneurial minded OT’s who are eager to take the roof off their expectations and live up to their own occupational potential.
Welcome to The OT Lifestyle Movement Podcast, hosted by occupational therapist, personal trainer and mindset coach, Rhiannon Crispe.
In this episode, I chat with Justine Jecker – an occupational therapist I instantly fell in love with for her grounded wisdom, her realness, her critical thinking and the way she speaks so deeply to the heart of our profession. This conversation is rich, reflective and full of insight into what it really means to …
128: Who Are We Really? A Critical Look at OT Identity ft Justine Jecker Read More »
Have you ever fumbled to explain what you do as an OT?Questioned your place in the profession because the reality feels so far from what you were taught?Shrunk your words just to be understood – and still weren’t?Felt unseen, undervalued or like you care too much in systems that don’t? You’re not alone. Correcting someone …
127: The Identity We Weave: Professional Identity, Language & the Future of OT Read More »
In this episode we are talking all talking about a wide range of topics that surprisingly have a lot in common! We’re talking about emotional regulation, OT coaching and supervision strategies with the wonderful Dr. Áine O’Dea. We discuss: Connect with Dr. Áine O’Dea:Website LinkedIn Instagram
In this episode we’re exploring how to achieve both time and financial freedom. We dive deep into practical strategies and actionable tips with our guest, Doug Vestal, to empower you on your journey towards a more liberated and fulfilling OT life. We discuss: Doug Vestal is the author of the book: Financial Freedom for OTs: …
125: OTs on the Money: Pathways to Financial Freedom ft Doug Vestal Read More »
In this episode, we dive deep with Karlye Williamson, an experienced occupational therapist who has seamlessly integrated stretch therapy and nervous system regulation into her practice. Join us as we explore how Karlye’s journey into OT led her to develop a unique approach that enhances both mental and physical well-being. We discuss: You can connect …
In this episode we are talking all about supporting caregivers through the lens of occupational therapy. We discuss: Ali Buchanan created The OT Carer Pathway. It is a specialised program designed specifically for caregivers, addressing the unique challenges they face in their roles. This initiative is crafted to provide targeted support to carers, who are …
In this special episode, I’m on the other side of the microphone! I’m taking the guest seat as I chat with a fellow OT, Jo, who reached out via Instagram. We realised our conversation could benefit a wider audience, tackling some of the most pressing questions in the world of occupational therapy and starting a …
In this episode we are talking all about the powerful impact of sensory healing after developmental trauma. We discuss: Marti Smith is an esteemed occupational therapist based in Austin, Texas, where she works at a care farm dedicated to serving individuals who have experienced trauma and adversity. With a profound commitment to healing through sensory …
116 – Sensory Healing After Developmental Trauma ft Marti Smith Read More »
The CanMOP is an evolution of the Canadian occupational model, previously known as the CMOP and the CMOP-E. This new iteration places a strong emphasis on occupational participation, encouraging therapists to extend their focus beyond just performance and engagement. Occupational participation is placed at the heart of this new model, emphasising access to, initiation and …
115 – The New Canadian Model of Occupational Participation (CanMOP) ft Mary Egan Read More »
In this episode we are talking all about Collaborative Relationship Focused Occupational Therapy with Professor Gayle Restall. Gayle is co-editor of the new book; Promoting Occupational Participation: Collaborative Relationship-Focused Occupational Therapy. Collaborative Relationship Focused Occupational Therapy underscores the core purpose of occupational therapy—enabling access to, initiation of, and continued participation in occupations. It highlights the …
114 – Collaborative Relationship Focused Occupational Therapy ft Professor Gayle Restall Read More »
Let’s get to know each other a little better!
