Launching Online Programs Successfully with Sarah Good OT 066

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#066 Imagine overcoming imposter syndrome and learning to value your unique skills as a therapist. Sarah, an Occupational Therapist (OT) and mindfulness teacher from Ottawa, Ontario, shares her transformative journey from traditional OT roles to launching her private practice during a global pandemic. This rapid shift to online consultations during the pandemic was one of the pivotal moments in her career.
In this episode, you will learn about the struggles of charging your worth, the importance of creating a supportive network of fellow therapists, the intricacies of implementing online programs, how she gauged interest to achieve a successful program launch, and the organizing strategies that helped her balancing this with her client caseloads and personal life.
Sarah breaks down the process of taking her mindfulness-based symptom management curriculum online, from marketing challenges to managing group dynamics and overcoming technical issues. She dispels the myth that online services should be cheaper and underscores their true value, especially for patients with persistent pain. Whether you're considering a career shift in occupational therapy or looking for practical strategies to navigate online services, Sarah's invaluable advice is not to be missed.
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1. Launching Online Programs Successfully with Sarah Good OT 066 (00:00:00)

2. Transitioning to a New OT Career (00:00:01)

3. Implementing Online Occupational Therapy Programs (00:10:31)

4. Online Occupational Therapy Program Development (00:15:44)

5. Navigating Occupational Therapy Roles and Perceptions (00:25:50)