The Freedom Therapist

Mia Poklepovich
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Each week we’ll go deep on all things business, self, energy and freedom. There's growth, giggles AND tears, as we lean into the best version of our business - and selves too. We’ll also get to chat with some incredibly inspiring women who will generously share their stories on finding that magic. If you’re looking for deep conversations, no gatekeeping, practical advice all with a little bit of chaos, you’re in the right place. I'm your host Mia Poklepovich, a previously burnt out mental health occupational therapist and business owner, who found her way to fall back in love with business and life all over again. This podcast was created to be your safe space to learn AND unlearn all the things about scaling your business, without losing yourself in the process. Each week will be talking about ALL the things. And feeling ALL the feels. Because business is a wild ride, at all stages. So if you need an extra dose of inspo, a soft landing or just a moment to unwind you are SO welcome here.  Give yourself permission to take some space for you, and let’s be besties. I can’t wait! 

  1. 2D AGO

    The First 3 Questions to Ask Before You Create Any Program, Course, or Group as a Therapist, Healthcare Worker or Allied Health Practitioner

    A lot of therapists, healthcare workers and allied health professionals know they don’t want their income to rely only on 1:1 work forever. But when it comes to “scaling”, most people get stuck at the same point: Where do I even start? In this episode, Mia shares the three questions she uses with her clients and in her own business before creating any program, resource, group, or offer. You’ll learn: How to think about moving beyond 1:1 without burning outWhat to look for before you build anything newHow to use your existing work as your starting pointWhy you don’t need a huge idea or complicated systemsHow to choose something that actually fits you and your practiceIf you’ve been sitting on ideas, second-guessing yourself, or worried about “getting it wrong”, this episode will help you find your next step. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    10 min

  2. FEB 10

    The Legal Support You Need (And Deserve) As You Start & Grow a Therapy Business with Tracey Mylecharane

    In this episode of The Freedom Therapist Podcast, I’m joined by Tracey Mylecharane from TM Legal Atelier, the lawyer who has held my business (and so many of my clients’) with more care than most people realise is even possible in the legal space. This is a conversation for every therapist who’s ever thought: “I know my legals matter… I just don’t even know where to start.” or “I’ll deal with that later.” We talk about why legal support shouldn’t be something you only reach for when something’s already gone wrong and how having the right lawyer in your corner can actually give you more confidence, more clarity and more spaciousness in your work. In this episode, we explore: How Tracey moved from litigation into building a values-led, accessible legal practiceWhy “DIY” contracts, templates and ChatGPT can quietly put your business at riskThe three core documents most therapists actually needWhy your legal foundations matter more than your website or brandingHow good legal support becomes part of your leadership, not just adminThe mindset shift: clarity is one of your biggest business advantagesIf you’ve been avoiding this part of business because it feels heavy, confusing, or intimidating this conversation is THE for you. It’s gentle. It’s practical. Tracey makes the big stuff make sense. And it will change how you think about protecting what you’ve built. Connect with the incredible Tracey Website: tmlegalatelier.com.au Instagram: @tmlegalatelier Share this with a therapist friend who keeps saying “I really need to sort my legals…” and hasn’t yet. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    40 min

  3. FEB 3

    5 Easy Ways To Build Community Through Your Content Strategy as an Allied Health Practitioner, Therapist or Healthcare Worker in Private Practice

    In this episode, I’m talking about the kind of content that actually grows your practice — not by chasing trends or perfect posts, but by building real community. If content feels heavy, overthought, or like something you “should” outsource because it takes too long, this episode is for you. Because the content that converts in 2026 isn’t complicated. It’s simple, human, and recognisable. In this episode, I break down five practical shifts you can make right now to create content that feels easier to make — and far more powerful. You’ll hear me talk about: – Why content that builds community will always outperform content that tries to impress – How making your content personal instantly builds trust and authority – What “relatable” actually looks like in therapist content (and why clinical language often misses the mark) – Why trying to say too much is hurting your engagement – How to simplify your content without dumbing it down – What makes content accessible for busy parents, clients, and communities – Why engagement is a two-way street — and how being social on social media changes everything This episode is a reminder that: You don’t need better ideas. You don’t need perfect posts. You don’t need to outsource your voice. You need content that sounds like you, reflects your real work, and speaks directly to the people you want to support. If this episode resonates, come and tell me about it — my DMs are always open on Instagram. And if you enjoyed it, leaving a review is one of the best ways to support the podcast and help more therapists find it. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    18 min

  4. JAN 27

    What a Healthcare Brand Really Is: 3 Things to Focus on in 2026 for Allied Health Practitioners & Healthcare Workers in Private Practice

    Branding in healthcare has been overcomplicated. Somewhere along the way it became about: reels, colours, confidence on Instagram, keeping up with trends and for many therapists, it quietly slipped into the “too hard, not for me” basket. In this episode, Mia breaks down what a healthcare brand actually is… and why you’re probably already doing most of it without realising. This isn’t about rebranding. It’s not about being louder online. And it’s definitely not about reinventing yourself for social media. Instead, this episode unpacks: what actually builds trust in healthcarewhy consistency matters more than ever in 2026how your values are already showing up in your work (even if they’re not on your website)and how to make your brand clearer without adding more to your plateMia shares the three things that genuinely create a strong, recognisable healthcare brand and how to start being more intentional with them in 2026, without overwhelm. You’ll walk away with: a simpler way to think about branding in private practiceclarity on why “doing more” isn’t the answerand small, practical things you can try this week that actually makes a differenceIf you’re a therapist or healthcare professional who: feels confused by branding advice onlinewants their work to speak for itselfvalues clarity, trust, and integrity over trendsand wants marketing to feel more aligned and less effortfulYou’re going to love this one! xx Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    16 min

  5. JAN 20

    10 Ways I’m Winning My Calendar in 2026 to Protect My Time, Energy and Focus in Private Practice as an OT (Without Chasing Time)

    This episode is about the real calendar shifts I’m compounding on in 2026 so my work feels steadier… without asking more of me. After years of running a private practice, both my businesses and mentoring therapists, I’ve learned this: Time isn’t actually the problem. A calendar that isn’t built for your reality is. In this episode, I share the 10 practical ways I’ve redesigned my calendar so it supports my energy, focus and leadership — instead of me constantly reacting to it. This episode is for you if: – Your calendar is full but still feels heavy – You’re tired of chasing time – You want your work to feel more intentional and sustainable If this episode supported you, leaving a review is one of the biggest ways you can support the show — I read every single one. You can find me on Instagram @miapoko. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    17 min

  6. JAN 14

    53. 3 Lessons From 2025: What Shifted When I Got Honest About My Capacity in My Private Practice as an OT and Business Owner

    In this episode, I’m sharing three lessons I’m carrying forward after a big, full year — both in business and in life. This is an honest reflection on what happens when demand stays high, capacity changes, and the way you’ve always worked quietly stops being supportive. As therapists, we’re skilled at clinical reflection — but when you’re running a practice or leading a business, self-reflection becomes just as important. I talk through what shifted for me when I stopped trying to push through and instead got really honest about my capacity — even when that honesty was uncomfortable. In this episode, I cover: Why doing more didn’t lead to more progress, and how over-functioning showed up for meHow task switching and constant communication drained energy without moving things forwardThe link between nervous system load and self-trust — and why decisions slowed when I was stretchedWhy knowing your capacity isn’t enough, and how I had to start designing my work around realityHow this applies when you can’t reduce demand, but still need sustainabilityThis episode is for you if you’re coming into the year feeling tired, stretched, or quietly heavy — and want your work to feel steadier, more intentional, and more supportive. If this resonates, I’d love to hear what you’re carrying into the year ahead. You can find me on Instagram at @miapoko And if you’re enjoying the podcast, leaving a review is one of the biggest ways you can support the show. I read every single one. Big love — I’ll see you next week. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    20 min

  7. JAN 6

    52. We are BACK! 2026 Is Here: Nervous System-Led Business, Energy Boundaries & Choosing Joy as a Therapist

    2026 is here - and this year, I’m entering differently. In this first episode of The Freedom Therapist Podcast for 2026, I’m sharing what I’m consciously calling in as an occupational therapist, business owner, and human who wants to be more present - in my work, my life, and the way I lead. 2025 was a challenging year for me in many ways, and while there was also deep pride, meaningful work, and beautiful community, it taught me a lot about capacity, energy and what happens when your nervous system is carrying a little too much. This episode isn’t about goals or productivity hacks. It’s about how I want to feel in my body as I move through 2026 - and what that means for the way I work. In this episode, I talk about: Why nervous system regulation is foundational to how I run my businessWhat “protecting my energy” actually looks like in real lifeCreating space between meetings and emotional exchangesWhy clarity of vision matters — especially after a hard yearFiltering noise in an increasingly loud online spaceTrusting intuition without confusing it with pressure or “shoulds”The systems I’m using to be more present with my time and attentionMy word for 2026 — and what is leading everything this yearThis episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and consider how you want to enter this year — not just strategically, but somatically. If you’re a therapist, practice owner, or service-based business owner who feels the pull to slow the pace, protect your energy, and lead more intentionally in 2026, this conversation is for you. Resources mentioned: • The Opal app https://www.opal.so/ (for intentional screen time and boundaries) • Nathalie - @aimbynathalie — psychic medium session referenced in the episode If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear your word for the year. You can send me a DM on Instagram @miapoko or the inbox is always open too! Hello@thefreedomtherapist.com.au And if you’re enjoying the podcast, leaving a review or sharing the episode helps this space grow more than you know. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    14 min
  8. 51. Stop Overthinking Your December Social Media: 3 Tips to Make Content Faster & Easier for Therapists & Allied Health Practitioners in Private Practice

    12/11/2025

    51. Stop Overthinking Your December Social Media: 3 Tips to Make Content Faster & Easier for Therapists & Allied Health Practitioners in Private Practice

    If you’ve opened Instagram this week, stared at a blank caption box and thought: “I actually don’t have it in me…” This is the episode you need. December asks therapists to hold so much- final sessions, reports, cancellations, end-of-year fatigue, squeezing just one more thing in AND on top of that, you're meant to “keep your marketing going.” I know you’re tired. And you don’t want marketing taking the last scraps of your energy. This episode is just what to do in that exact moment. To make it easier. Mia shares the simple shifts to help your December content plan turn into something that actually feels regulated. And she walks through why most therapists quietly overcomplicate their content especially when capacity is low. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about dropping the version of content that exhausts you. You’ll hear: why therapists spend way too long editing one posthow perfection sneaks into content disguised as “high quality”how to embrace the messyhow to show personality without oversharingand how to reuse and recycle for low level energy.Listen when you want content to take five minutes, not fifty. Connect with Mia: Instagram: https://instagram.com/miapoko and https://www.instagram.com/ot_inspire_therapy/ Get the Freedom Therapist Letters Newsletter each Thursday: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/letters Join the Waitlist for The Freedom Therapist Club: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club Free Download: The 3 Content Types You Need to Stand Out Online as a Therapist: https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/content

    14 min
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Each week we’ll go deep on all things business, self, energy and freedom. There's growth, giggles AND tears, as we lean into the best version of our business - and selves too. We’ll also get to chat with some incredibly inspiring women who will generously share their stories on finding that magic. If you’re looking for deep conversations, no gatekeeping, practical advice all with a little bit of chaos, you’re in the right place. I'm your host Mia Poklepovich, a previously burnt out mental health occupational therapist and business owner, who found her way to fall back in love with business and life all over again. This podcast was created to be your safe space to learn AND unlearn all the things about scaling your business, without losing yourself in the process. Each week will be talking about ALL the things. And feeling ALL the feels. Because business is a wild ride, at all stages. So if you need an extra dose of inspo, a soft landing or just a moment to unwind you are SO welcome here.  Give yourself permission to take some space for you, and let’s be besties. I can’t wait! 

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  • Creator
    Mia Poklepovich
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mia Poklepovich, OT Inspire Australia
  • Show Website
    The Freedom Therapist

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