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 Therapy, a freedom-based speech therapy practice in remote Western Australia that has given her back her energy, time AND LOVE for life and work. This conversation dives into Taylor’s incredible shift from burnout to fulfillment, her tips for setting boundaries, and her advice for anyone dreaming of a practice that supports them.

Listen as Taylor shares the highs and challenges of her journey, the transformational mindset shifts, and the powerful changes she’s made to create a sustainable, joyful, and impactful practice.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Taylor navigated leaving a supportive 9-to-5 in search of true freedom
• The steps she took to launch a profitable, purpose-driven practice in just two months that gives her MORE time, location AND financial freedom
• Practical tips for setting boundaries, managing burnout, and redefining what success looks like
• Taylor’s advice for therapists who want to build a life and practice on their own terms

Links Mentioned:

• Connect with Taylor at The Rural Speechie (@theruralspeechie) HERE or at Bloom Together Therapy HERE (@bloomtogethertherapy)
• Learn more about The Freedom Therapist Club HERE

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 potentially transform your entire business mindset from scarcity to abundance.
• Benefits of Community: I speak to some of the benefits of community- some which we may already know- and some which also may creep up and surprise us. This is why community is such a core part of the Freedom Therapist Club.
• Honest, Open Sharing: Why I believe SO MUCH in the importance of sharing openly and transparently- and the growth that can come from this.
• Envy vs Inspiration: We explore how envy can be a guide or projection to our own aspirations. If it’s available to someone else, it’s possible for us, too.

In a field where self-trust and expansive thinking can sometimes feel challenging, surrounding yourself with others who believe in your vision can be one of the biggest game changers for yourself and your business as you grow, expand and transform.

I hope you LOVE today’s episode.

As mentioned in the show - here are the links to:

Instagram- @miapoko

The Freedom Therapist Club: thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club

Get the Masterclass Replay here.

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’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why creating a business model with diversified revenue streams supports you even when life takes unexpected turns.
• How a freedom-based strategy can provide financial security, location flexibility, and a more sustainable way to serve clients.
• The benefits of building a business with supportive systems and automations that don’t rely on you being “on” 24/7.
• A look into why so many therapists hesitate when it comes to financial security, and how to move past fears of investing in your dream.
• How having the right business model can give you the space, creativity, and freedom you’ve always wanted—now, not decades from now.

Reflections….

What would financial freedom look like for you, and how would it change your day-to-day life?

Listen Now:

Ready to start building a financially secure, flexible therapy business? The Freedom Therapist Club is here to support you in creating a practice that aligns with the life you want. Doors are open now, but early bird pricing ends soon—don’t miss out!

https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/club

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 around money-making, and introduce actionable strategies to redefine our financial worth without losing ourselves in the process.

Join the FREE Freedom Therapist Club Masterclass:

LOVED this episode and want more already? Join me for my upcoming masterclass where I'll share The 3 Secrets to Market Your Therapy Business for Clients on Repeat - Minus the Burnout. I’ll go behind the scenes on my marketing strategy and how implementing yours in therapy business gets to be easier than you think. I’ll share the exact strategy I have used to grow my community, social platforms, email list AND my clients to being fully booked WITHOUT the burnout.

Sign up here

LINKS

• Connect with me on Instagram @miapoko
• Get all the links and resources https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/links

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's often misunderstood in the therapy world, but let’s break it down. When I say scalable, I’m talking about ways to increase your impact and profit while ensuring that you’re still delivering high-quality, client-centred care. It’s not about slapping together a quick course to make seven figures and disappear. No, this is about purpose-driven, intentional growth that benefits both your clients and your business. You can call it expansive, you can call it growth—whatever resonates with you—but at the end of the day, it’s about creating something sustainable and impactful.

In this episode, I’ll be walking you through three key steps to build your very first scalable therapy offer, sharing my own lessons learned along the way.

Join the Freedom Therapist Club Masterclass:

LOVED this episode and want more already? Join me for my upcoming masterclass where I’ll dive even deeper into creating and marketing your scalable offer- ON REPEAT. You’ll get the tools, mindset shifts, and strategies you need to make it happen—ethically, intentionally, and in alignment with your values.

Sign up here

LINKS

• Connect with me on Instagram @miapoko
• Get all the links and resources https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/links

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 stage for a prosperous 2025.

Additionally, we'll explore the personal and business growth that comes from embracing discomfort, the power of daily rituals and consistent habits, and the benefit of community support in overcoming the isolation of solo practice.

Join the Freedom Therapist Club Masterclass:

LOVED this episode and want more already? Join me for my upcoming masterclass where I’ll dive even deeper into creating and marketing your scalable offer- ON REPEAT. You’ll get the tools, mindset shifts, and strategies you need to make it happen—ethically, intentionally, and in alignment with your values.

Sign up here

LINKS

• Connect with me on Instagram @miapoko
• Get all the links and resources https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/links

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 into what it means to create from a place of alignment and how our measures of success have evolved over time. From freelancing to writing for Australia's biggest publications, Alley reflects on the journey of embracing “less is more” in her career. Alley’s energy is contagious and this is a must listen for women who might be trying to find their voice in the space.

This episode was recorded on Larrakia Country, where we acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land, the Larrakia people. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present, and emerging, and acknowledge their deep connection to land, sea, and culture.

Connect with Alley

1. Instagram: @alleypascoe
2. ABC Disability https://www.hachette.com.au/sarah-rose-alley-pascoe-rebecca-feiner/abc-disability
3. Heart Strong https://www.amazon.com/Heartstrong-Ellidy-Pullin/dp/0733649211

LINKS

• Connect with me on Instagram @miapoko
• Get all the links and resources https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/links

DOWNLOAD THE FREE EXPANDING YOUR SERVICE CHECKLIST HERE

I'm back today with a very personal share, my story of building (and re-building) my therapy practice.

In this episode, I'm sharing my journey from facing significant challenges to creating a thriving therapy business. From moving to Alice Springs and dealing with isolation and intense workload, to a pivotal moment of burnout that led to essential changes in my practice, we'll explore how OT Inspire has grown and evolved over the years.

Plus, we'll discuss the important role of community and self-care in achieving work-life balance.

Join me as we tackle the vital issues of burnout and mental health in the world of therapy - you are not in this alone.

LINKS

• Connect with me on Instagram @miapoko
• Get all the links and resources https://www.thefreedomtherapist.com.au/links