The Freedom Therapist

Welcome back to  The Freedom Therapist Podcast ! In today’s episode, I’m diving into the exact time-saving strategies and AI tools that are helping me create more space, ease, and freedom in my practice and business right now. Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:   Why saving time and energy isn’t just about productivity, but about creating more space for creativity, vision, and long-term busi...

After a short break, I’m back in your ears with a much-needed deep dive into mindset, clarity, creativity, and purpose in business. This episode is a mix of life updates and big business reflections—because after slowing down last week, I had some major realisations that I know so many of you will resonate with. We’re talking about: The mindset shifts that come when life forces you to slow down Th...

If you started this year hoping for more ease, stability, and financial security in your practice but are already feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. So many therapists have told me: “I thought this year would feel different, but I already feel behind.” “My caseload is full, but my schedule feels chaotic.” “I know I need to make changes, but I don’t even know where to start.” If any of this sou...

If your business feels like it’s running you instead of the other way around, you’re not alone. Most therapists and service-based business owners start out with a big heart, a big mission… and absolutely zero systems in place. Before they know it, they’re drowning in emails, running late to sessions, and feeling like there’s never enough time. Sound familiar? That’s exactly what we’re diving into...

Therapists, we need to talk. If you’ve ever felt like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough —this episode is for you. I see so many therapists caught in the cycle of overworking, overgiving, and thinking that the answer is to just push a little harder. More clients. More hours. More effort. But let me tell you something that took me way too long to learn: Working harder is NOT the solution—...

Therapists, let’s be honest: we make things harder than they need to be. Whether it’s rewriting something that’s already good, overthinking decisions, or trying to do more to prove our worth, we’ve all been there. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a personal story about a tough week, how taking intentional time away from work gave me clarity, and why we need to start leaning into ease. Because here’...

Ever wonder what REALLY happens inside an OT Inspire / Freedom Therapist Strategy meeting? Welcome to Episode 17 of The Freedom Therapist Podcast ! This episode feels extra special because I’m sitting down with Marlee—my incredible operations manager at OT Inspire, an amazing Therapy Assistant, a dear friend, and honestly, the heartbeat of our business since 2022. Marlee has been with me through i...

Welcome to another heartfelt episode of The Freedom Therapist Podcast ! I’m so excited to share this beautiful conversation with my dear friend, Ilma Ali. Ilma is a designer and artist based in Darwin, whose journey and work are brimming with creativity, heart, and intention. In this episode, recorded live in Bali, we dive into her incredible career spanning architectural design, fine art, and wea...

Welcome back to The Freedom Therapist Podcast ! 🎉 In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of what’s shaping up to be an exciting, expansive year in business. We’re talking all things strategy, mindset, and how I’m building on the solid foundations we created in 2024 to expand in 2025. This year is all about doing what we do so well and growing from that space – no more trying to juggle...

In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode of The Freedom Therapist Podcast , Mia reflects on the highs, lows, and lessons of 2024. Recorded just days before Christmas, she opens up about navigating an unplanned trip to Alice Springs, the duality of personal challenges and professional success, and how she leaned on gratitude, connection, and her team to get through it all. This episode is a reminde...

  In this heartfelt, raw and transformative episode, Mia Poklepovich reflects on the journey from chaotic, burnout-filled exhausting Decembers to creating her most regulated, easeful, and profitable December yet. This is an inspiring look at what’s possible as a therapists in business when you choose a different way - and has some actionable practical steps for you to use in your business right no...

In this reflective and inspiring episode, Mia shares her insights following the Freedom Therapist Club Retreat. Drawing from the energy, courage, and openness of the incredible therapists in attendance, Mia discusses the power of reflection and goal-setting as we approach 2025. She explores how staying true to your unique path, managing comparison, and anchoring in your purpose can propel your the...

In this episode, I'm sharing my own personal journey of transitioning from a cycle of crash and burnout to a thriving, strategically managed therapy business. Fear in business, especially feelings of burnout and overwhelm, is a focal theme, as we discuss the commonality of these fears and how they shouldn't hinder entrepreneurs. I share my lightbulb moment, when I was on a remote trip an...

In this special episode, Mia sits down with Taylor, a paediatric speech pathologist and Freedom Therapist Club member, who recently left her 9-to-5 to build a business that feels fully aligned and fulfilling. Within just two months, Taylor launched Bloom Together, a freedom-based speech therapy practice in remote Western Australia that has given her back her energy, time AND LOVE for life and work...

In this episode, we’re going to reflect on choosing community over competition as a therapist and business owner. We get raw and I share some of the challenges that I have faced in the space around this- and some of the incredible ways community & connection has transformed my journey. Key Takeaways: Mindset Shift: Choosing community over competition - and how this mindsets shift can potential...

In this week’s episode, I share a personal story from a recent surf trip gone sideways and the powerful insights it gave me about creating a freedom-based business model. From stitches in a remote clinic to the realisation that my business was still running without me, I was reminded of why financial freedom and diversified revenue streams are essential for a sustainable therapy business. What You...

  Today, we're diving deep into a "revolutionary" concept for the therapeutic community: your undeniable right to achieve financial success. As therapists, we often face pressure to work solely for the love of helping others, overshadowing the legitimate desire for a thriving, profitable practice. In this episode, we'll reframe those outdated stories, explore feelings of guilt...

Today we're diving into something that’s at the heart of creating more impact, time, and sustainability in your practice—your VERY FIRST scalable therapy offer. If you’ve been feeling stuck or overwhelmed by the 1:1 model or you know you’re ready to expand your reach without burning out, this episode is for you. I want to start by clearing the air around the term "scalable." It&apos...

In today's episode, we'll dive into the importance of entering Q4 with the same energy and mindset typically reserved for Q1, address challenges like end-of-year burnout, and share strategies to implement incremental changes for a smooth transition into the new year. From financial forecasting to setting clear, actionable goals, we'll cover how proactive planning in Q4 can set the s...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Alley Pascoe, the best-selling writer behind *Heartstrong* with Ellidy Pullin and *ABC Disability* with Sarah Rose. Alley has spent years sharing the stories of remarkable women through her work at *Marie Claire* and *The Australian Women’s Weekly*, and today, she bravely and vulnerably shares her own. Alley and I have a very real and raw int...

DOWNLOAD THE FREE EXPANDING YOUR SERVICE CHECKLIST HERE We acknowledge that we live, work and learn on the unceded lands of Mparntwe. We pay our deepest respect to their traditional custodians, the Arrernte People, and to all First Nations people and Countries. I'm back today with a very personal share, my story of building (and re-building) my therapy practice. In this episode, I'm shar...

Today I am thrilled to be back in your ears to share my top 3 tips for protecting your energy as a therapist in business. In this episode, I'll dive into strategies that have been my lifeline during a particularly busy season — from curating a freedom-based business strategy to working intentionally with your energy and staying present in challenging moments. Whether you're just starting...

Welcome to the debut episode of The Freedom Therapist Podcast! I'm your host, Mia Poklepovich, a former burnt-out mental health occupational therapist and business owner who discovered how to fall back in love with both business and life without sacrificing freedom. In today's episode, we'll dive into the concept of a freedom-based business—a holistic approach to scaling your busine...

Hey! I'm Mia Poklepovich and welcome to The Freedom Therapist Podcast! I'm a mental health occupational therapist, yoga meditation teacher, and business owner. I'm the founder of The Freedom Therapist, a space for therapists to help you find yourself and your purpose in your business again, while you grow and scale a business of your actual dreams, which doesn't cost you your f...