117. OTs Creating Freedom: Real Stories of Business, Burnout & Purpose (Special Episode)
What’s possible for occupational therapists beyond burnout, rigid systems and traditional career paths?
In this special compilation episode, host Beki Eakins brings together powerful conversations from across 2025, featuring occupational therapists from the UK, Australia, Canada and beyond who have created businesses, roles and lifestyles aligned with their values.
You’ll hear honest stories about leaving the NHS, navigating burnout, overcoming imposter syndrome, building online and private practice businesses, and redefining what success looks like as an OT. From paediatrics and dementia care to leadership, embodiment, social media and ethical business growth, these conversations highlight the depth, creativity and impact of occupational therapy worldwide.
This episode is designed to inspire occupational therapists heading into 2026, whether you’re curious about business, craving more flexibility, or simply wanting to reconnect with why you chose OT in the first place.
In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:
• Creating freedom-based OT businesses
• Burnout, boundaries and nervous system regulation
• Online work, private practice and alternative models
• Leadership, confidence and authenticity as an OT
• Ethical income, impact and alignment
• Global OT perspectives and shared professional values
Connect with Beki
Are you ready to leave the whinger mindset behind and embrace your inner go-getter? Beki helps OTs worldwide design, launch, and scale their online business
Free Resource: Download Beki’s free overnight mindset meditation for free to help you build confidence, overcome money mindset challenges, and develop self-belief.
Join OT Yourself To Freedom Membership:
Discover the only membership designed specifically for OTs to create freedom-based businesses by leveraging the skills you already have. Learn to design and sell offers, market effectively, and align your work with your purpose.
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- Website: www.bekieakins.com
- Instagram: OT Yourself to Freedom
- Facebook Group: OT Freedom Community
- LinkedIn: Beki Eakins
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About the Podcast
OT Yourself To Freedom Podcast helps occupational therapists create a life and business they love. Host Beki Eakins shares practical tips, strategies, and real-world stories to inspire your journey to freedom
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