Holly Gawthorne
Holly the OT
A judgement free podcast supporting student, new grads and early year occupational therapists!
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Holly Gawthorne
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May 30, 2026
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Episodes
Ep 32: Therapist Talks with Bambini Health 07.07.2023 1:04:57
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! Today's episode is with the wonderful Sarah and Elisa from Bambini Health. Sarah and Elisa are changing the game for private practice and are leading the way in truly supportive and welcoming workplaces. They are so passionate about what they are doing, and I could listen to them chat all day! If you want to follow Bambini on...
EP 31 - Questionable 29.06.2023 28:16
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of questionable! My questionable answers to your questions! Today's questions: - Any tips for going to on a school visit for the first time - How to feel more comfortable working with kids + some thoughts on making education settings and workplaces more accessible for Neurodivergent OT's Send me your voice memos over on the gram if you w...
EP 30: Therapist talks with Natalia from Insideoutot. Combatting Imposter Syndrome, owning your own regulation and more! 22.06.2023 43:29
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 30 of Holly the OT! This weeks episode is with Natalia from Inside Out OT. Natalia shares lots of insightful information on Imposter Syndrome, her own regulation journey and more! To follow Natalia on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/insideoutot To follow me on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_pod The link to the Overcome Imposter Syndrome Maste...
EP 29 - The Student Series with Chloe Pascoe (International placements, working as an AHA and more!) 14.06.2023 39:07
Send us Fan Mail On this episode I chat with the wonderful Chloe Pascoe, a second year OT student who is also working as a SP AHA. Chloe just got back from an international placement in Tonga, where she had some life changing opportunities. Chloe is so lovely and so insightful, so I think you'll love this chat. Follow Chloe on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloep.ot Follow Brad on in...
MY TOP 5 MUST PACK ITEMS IN YOUR THERAPY KIT 01.06.2023 25:19
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT ! This week I give a little update on life as I move across the country and share my Top 5 things to pack in my therapy bag. If you are just here for the content, feel free to skip to 9:14 to avoid my long ramble. Follow me on instagram www.instragram.com/hollytheot_podcast.
Therapist Talks with Dave Jereb - Knowing your values as an OT and how to love what you do. 15.05.2023 1:00:31
Send us Fan Mail Hello!! Welcome back to another episode of Holly The OT. I am SO excited to share this weeks episode with you, the incredible Dave Jereb. Dave shared all about his journey to becoming and OT, how Move About OT was born, the power of connection in the workplace and the importance of knowing your values as a new grad. Dave is such an incredible advocate for all OT's, but new...
INTRO-CEPTION: An introduction to teaching Interoception 13.05.2023 33:30
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! This weeks episode is a highly requested episode on teaching Interoception. DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT AN EXPERT. This is just what I have found works with my clients. For incredible research and ideas check out https://www.kelly-mahler.com/ . This episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au). Follow me on Instagram...
Questionable 03.05.2023 29:06
Send us Fan Mail Hey Legends! Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! Introducing a new episode where I answer your questions with questionable advice! I never claim to have all the answers, but always do my best to be honest! This weeks questions: 1. How do I bring up getting a diagnosis with a family? 2. How can I use strengths-based language in NDIS reporting when deficit based lan...
Hey OT's, come work in the Outback! 24.04.2023 37:13
Send us Fan Mail Todays episode is with the wonderful Beth Eden, my co -worker and one of my dearest friends. Beth is a Speech Pathologist who is equally as passionate about rural health as I am. A barrel of laughs as always, thank you Beth. Follow Beth on Instagram at www.instagram.com/beth.slp Follow me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast Follow Outback Therapy on Instagram at...
Therapist Talks - Dave Parsons (Hand Therapist, Lecturer, Research and Legend!) 17.04.2023 1:03:05
Send us Fan Mail Episode 23 is with all round legend, Dave Parsons! Dave comes from a hand therapy background, is now a University lecturer at Curtin University and well rounded researcher. Dave and I chat all about how he found himself in each of these roles, how to get involved in research and education early in your career and some ways on dealing with having so many projects going on! If you w...
Therapist Talks w/ BROCK COOK FROM OCCUPIED 28.03.2023 1:05:34
Send us Fan Mail HOWDY GUYS! On todays episode, we have got the absolute LEGEND Brock Cook unpacking all things OT with me. Brock has been such a huge support of my podcast from the get go and I feel so lucky to record this episode with him. Follow Brock on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occupiedpodcast/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast/ As always, todays...
Becoming a Neurodiverse Affirming Therapist with Steph Robertson 03.03.2023 56:14
Send us Fan Mail This weeks episode I am joined by the wonderful Steph Robertson, and we are talking all things neurodiversity, new grads and more! Steph is such a ray of sunshine, and SO passionate about what she does. Steph is an incredible advocate and is making waves in the NDA community. Follow Steph on instragram here: https://www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/ Follow me on Instagram...
Optimal Living Therapy and OTuition with Lauren Hart 23.02.2023 56:56
Send us Fan Mail Therapist Talks is back with the incredible Lauren Hart! Lauren is an experienced OT who runs her own business Optimal Living Therapy , who specialise in SDA's and SIL's in the NDIS space. Lauren has recently launched OTuition, an online learning platform to upskill OT's in the world of NDIS. Lauren is a ball of knowledge and I loved this chat. https://optimalthe...
EP 19 - Your NDIS questions answered! 19.02.2023 26:55
Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of the NDIS series, answering your questions! 1. Best way to learn about the NDIS? 2. How to support consumable purchases 3. How can Acute OT's support Community OT's 4. What to do if you aren't happy with funds in a plan (plan review, change of circumstances etc.) 5. Best assessments to use for a paediatric OT report Thanks so much to everyone who sent in q...
18. New Grad's Guide to the NDIS! 16.02.2023 37:47
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is all about the NDIS! This is a 2 part series. The first episode is all about different words, people and money involved in the NDIS. The next part is going to be answering all of your questions about the NDIS. Links to things mentioned in the show: NDIS OT Providers FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/169374070225641 NDIS Page: https://www.ndis.gov.a...
17. Therapist Talks with Alaskah_OT 22.01.2023 33:11
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is with the wonderful Alaskah Hindry (Alaskah_OT). Alaskah shares all about her 7 year journey to becoming an Occupational Therapist, and we touch on the challenges of online learning, having her beautiful daughter in her 3rd year of uni and the transition to being a New Grad. You can follow Alaskah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alaskah_ot/ Ch...
16: THE STUDENT SERIES w Chloe Hunter 14.01.2023 35:41
Send us Fan Mail Launching the STUDENT SERIES!! A series of interviews with current OT students, talking all things uni, subjects, placements, plans for the future....all the good stuff!! Today I am interviewing Chloe Hunter, who is a second year Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Student at the University of Canberra. Chloe is a bundle of joy and shares how she went from studying AHA at tafe to bei...
15: Therapist Talks with Megan Kummerow 07.01.2023 44:12
Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year! Welcome back for the first episode of 2023. Today's guest is the wonderful Megan Kummerow. Megan is an OT turned business owner, and we talk all things life as a new grad and how she ended up owning a successful business. Megan is honest, and wants to make sure other OT's don't end up in the same situation she was. Today's episode as always i...
Therapist Talks - The.artsy.ot --> Ella Parnell 13.12.2022 40:00
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is very proudly brought to you by inreach.co, Australia's first regional, rural and remote allied health job platform. Sign up for free here --> www.inreachco.com.au Today's chat with Ella Parnell, known on the IG as the.artsy.ot is empowering and motivating for new grads! Ella shares her less than ideal start to being an occupational therapist, a...
Therapist Talks - Rural Speechy Beth Eden! 07.12.2022 27:09
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Holly the OT! Today's epsiode is very special as I interview my dear friend and the most incredible speechy, Beth Eden! Beth is an absolute bundle of joy and huge advocate for rural health. I hope you love listening as much as I love chatting with her! Todays episode is very proudly brought to you by inreachco. - Australia's first solely regional, rural a...
What I learnt as a New Grad (Part 2!) 22.11.2022 22:19
Send us Fan Mail Following on from last episode - this is Part 2 of what I learnt in my first 12 months of OT life! Sneak Peak: Stop apologising for late email replies Always do your notes on time Don't reinvent the wheel + more!!! This episode is very proudly brought to you by inreachco, Australia's first solely regional, rural and remote Allied Health Job Platform. You can find out m...
What I learnt in my New Grad Year (part 1) 07.11.2022 24:18
Send us Fan Mail This episode is all about what I learnt in my first year working as an Occupational Therapist! This episode is very proudly brought to you by inreachco. (www.inreachco.com.au) Mentioned Insta Pages: https://www.instagram.com/the.artsy.ot/ https://www.instagram.com/alaskah_ot/ Facebook groups: https://www.facebook.com/groups/169374070225641 (NDIS OT PROVIDERS) https://www.faceboo...
EXCITING NEWS + Why I love working rurally 26.10.2022 25:01
Send us Fan Mail Todays episode is very proudly brought to you by inreach.co - Australia's first solely regional, rural and remote job platform. Inreach.co can be found through the following links: https://inreachco.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/inreach.co/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast Join the Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/...
BONUS EP - JOIN THE FB COMMUNITY 10.10.2022 3:31
Send us Fan Mail Hey Guys! Holly The OT is making it's way to the FB!! I have made a Facebook Group! I really want to create a safe space where we can all share our honest thoughts on all things OT. Anyone can join, whether you are a student or graduated!! Link to the group below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/818368329499061/ Can't wait to connect!
Episode 9 - Nailing the Interview 09.10.2022 36:03
Send us Fan Mail It's Interview season babbbyyyy!!! This episode highlights allllll of my top tips for nailing the interview, and making sure you put your best foot forward! I offer a perspective from someone who has successfully completed interviews, as well as sat on many interview panels! Follow me on instagram @hollytheot_podcast Let me know what you think!
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