Episode 62

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25th Mar 2025

Ep 62: Financial Freedom for Occupational Therapists with Doug Vestal

Financial Freedom for Occupational Therapists with Doug Vestal

As occupational therapists, our primary goal is to help and be in service of others. But to do that, we often undervalue our services, leaving us underpaid, undervalued, and on the road to burnout. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. Doug Vestal joins me on the podcast today to talk about all things financial freedom for occupational therapists. While he is not an OT himself, he has been a pivotal figure in the OT community, especially in advocating for financial literacy. Doug shares his expert knowledge today as we discuss how understanding policies, creating financial security, and managing a private pay practice can transform the way practitioners approach both their personal and professional lives. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I am talking about financial freedom for OTs!

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In this episode, Doug and I cover:

  • How Doug’s book, Financial Freedom for OTs, differs from traditional wealth-building resources.
  • The importance of financial freedom in creating choices for your life.
  • Insights into loan repayment programs and their influence on career choices. 
  • Understanding the business side of healthcare and how insurance impacts OT salaries. 
  • The significance of valuing your services and setting appropriate fees.
  • How OTs can focus on meaningful occupations while building economically sustainable practices.


Tune in for a conversation that challenges the conventional narrative around healthcare finances and offers practical solutions for building a thriving OT practice. Whether you're interested in private practice or simply looking to take control of your personal finances, this episode offers valuable insights for every OT professional.


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About the Podcast

The Amplify OT Podcast
Learn about insurance and billing… but in a fun way that makes sense.
Welcome to the Amplify OT Podcast. I’m Clarice Grote and I’m the host of the Amplify OT Podcast. I’m an occupational therapist by trade and a policy wonk by choice. The Amplify OT Podcast is where we break down healthcare policy and legislation to help you not only survive but thrive in this crazy US healthcare system. So, let's dive in!

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Clarice Grote

Clarice Grorte is an occupational therapist and lived the transformation from guessing to confident by learning to understand policy.

She's the creator of The Amplify OT Podcast, Mastering OT Policy & Medicare™, and the Amplify OT Membership™.

She is passionate about spreading the word on the value of occupational therapy and proving to OTs and OTAs that they already have the skills the need to be amazing OT advocates