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The Grow Together Podcast

Imagine you’re sitting at your desk, staring at a never-ending to-do list. You’re juggling the demands of running a private practice, raising kids, and trying to find a moment for yourself. You feel like you’re pulled in a million directions — and you’re not alone.Welcome to The Grow Together Podcast, where we bring you real stories from the trenches. I’m Kate, a private practice owner, wife, and mom of two. I get it — the highs, the lows, and the in-betweens of building a business while balancing

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7:20

A Sensory Breakdown For Everyone

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/29

n this episode of The Grow Together Podcast, Kate dives into the fascinating world of sensory processing and explains how understanding your child's sensory system can be a game-changer. From visual, auditory, and tactile senses to interoception—the internal signals that guide our feelings and physiological needs—this episode provides a comprehensive overview of how each sense influences behavior, emotional regulation, and daily functioning. Kate shares practical examples, including a ca...

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10:40

You Won't Make More Money By Leaving OT- Here's Why

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/24

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, Kate dives into the exciting growth and expansion happening at Grow with Kate and Grow Together Therapy. She shares her personal journey of reclaiming her professional well-being and emphasizes the importance of valuing your work as an occupational therapist. With the field rapidly shifting towards private practice, autonomy, and specialization, Kate encourages therapists to embrace entrepreneurship without leaving their profession. This episode set...

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15:18

Lets Explain Regulation To The Non-OT's In The Room

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/21

Episode Summary Welcome back to the Grow Together Podcast! In today’s episode, Kate dives into one of her all-time favorite topics: the nervous system—and how parents can better understand, regulate, and support themselves in the middle of their child’s big feelings and daily challenges. Too often, pediatric therapy focuses solely on helping the child regulate—but what about the parents? How do we support you in the middle of the meltdown, when your own nervous system is running on empt...

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13:06

Want to Grow Your Practice? Listen Here First

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/17

In this episode, Kate shares invaluable insights for occupational therapists building or growing their private practice. She emphasizes the importance of protective policies and strategic practices that help prevent burnout while maximizing income. Kate discusses the power of hiring a business manager (or creating a pseudo-role) to manage policies, client communication, and protect your time during challenging situations like cancellations and difficult client interactions. She explains how t...

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18:41

Before The Meltdown: Immediate Action Plan

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/14

Before The Meltdown: Immediate Action Plan Host: Kate McCommons, OT and Business Coach Main Topics Covered: Why It’s Too Late at Meltdown: Meltdowns are signals of nervous system overload, not misbehavior. The brain’s frontal lobe turns off under stress, making learning and regulation nearly impossible during these moments.Understanding the Nervous System Buckets: Sensory Bucket: Input from environment (sounds, sights, touch, movement)Autonomy Bucket: Feeling in control, completing task...

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16:45

Sunburns, Self-Discovery, and Building a Business...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/10

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Grow Together podcast! Today, I take you on a journey of reflection, relaxation, and real talk about business, culture, and self-care. From my recent family cruise—where I hilariously share my sunburn horror story—to profound insights about creating a sustainable business and the importance of culture, I invite you to pause and reevaluate how we nurture ourselves and our businesses. Tune in as I discuss my weekend unplugged—no wifi, no emails, just ...

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10:59

Understanding Emotions and Behaviors in Kiddos

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/07

Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode, Kate explores the concept of interoception—the body’s internal sense that informs us about what’s happening inside. Often overlooked, interoception plays a vital role in emotional regulation, communication, and behavior. Whether you're a parent seeking to better understand your child's actions or a therapist supporting clients with sensory processing differences, understanding and supporting interoception can be transformative. Join us as ...

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18:36

Optimize Your Money by Optimizing Your Time- Setting...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/07/03

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Grow Together podcast, Kate dives into the often-mysterious world of setting your therapy rates and building a profitable, sustainable private practice. Whether you're new to private practice or looking to refine your pricing strategy, this episode provides practical tips to confidently price your services, protect your time, and increase your income—without burning out. Kate emphasizes the importance of valuing your skills, experience, and niche...

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12:02

Understanding Behavior Through Sensory Motor...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/30

Episode Title: Understanding Behavior Through Sensory Motor Regulation: The Power of Motor Planning in Pediatric Therapy Episode Summary: In this episode, Kate dives into the often-overlooked connection between sensory integration, behavior regulation, and motor planning in children. If you've ever wondered whether challenging behaviors are really defiance or something deeper, this episode provides valuable insights into how sensory processing and motor planning impact a child's ability to fo...

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19:00

Burn Out Prevention In Private Practice

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/26

How to Find Your Niche and Attract Your Ideal Clients as an Occupational Therapist—Without Burnout In this heartfelt episode, Kate shares her personal journey from feeling overwhelmed as a generalist to discovering the power of niching down in her private practice. She explains how this shift transformed her approach, helped her avoid burnout, and allowed her to serve clients she truly loves. Kate dives deep into how choosing a specific who—your ideal clients—rather than just what setting you...

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33:29

Sensory Processing & Neuroscience Strategies for Kids...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/23

In this highly informative episode, we dive deep into pediatric occupational therapy, sensory processing disorder, and neuroscience-informed strategies with expert OT Katie Hamlin-Pacheco. Katie shares her journey from skepticism to mastery, demonstrating how understanding the neuroscience of sensory processing can revolutionize your approach to helping children regulate, feel safe, and reach their full potential. Learn about innovative techniques such as her science-based dressing pro...

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20:03

Marketing for Occupational Therapists: How to Grow...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/18

Episode Summary: Let’s face it—most occupational therapists didn’t go to school to learn how to market themselves. And if the word marketing makes you feel a little nauseous... you’re in good company. OTs say marketing is the hardest part of starting and growing a private practice. But here's the truth: marketing isn’t about pressure—it’s about visibility. It's how people discover your practice, connect with your mission, and choose you to support their journey. In this episode of the Grow To...

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5:17

BONUS: What Systems Do You Really Need to Start Your...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/16

What Systems Do You Really Need to Start Your Private Practice? Here’s the Simple Answer. Host: Kate McCommons, OT, Private Practice Owner & Business Coach Length: ~10 mins Tags: Private Practice Systems, EMR Setup, Starting a Therapy Business, OT Tools, Business Foundations Episode Summary Feeling overwhelmed by tech and systems as you prepare to start your private practice? In this quick bonus episode, Kate answers one of the most common questions she gets in her DMs: “What systems do...

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21:21

Lets save you $7,500 by listening to this

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/11

How to Legally Start Your Private Practice (Without Losing $7,500 Like I Did) Host: Kate McCommons, OT, Private Practice Owner & Business Coach Length: ~30 mins Tags: Private Practice Setup, OT Business, Tax Tips, Business Structure, Entrepreneurship, New OT Practice, Mistakes to Avoid Episode Summary In this episode, Kate shares the critical business setup steps every occupational therapist needs to take when starting a private practice. From choosing the right legal structure to savin...

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9:55

The Real Story Behind Grow Together: From Postpartum...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/06

🎙️ Episode Title: "The Real Story Behind Grow Together: From Postpartum Anxiety to Purpose-Driven Practice" 📍 Podcast: Grow Together 🎧 Host: Kate McCommons 🗓️ Episode Release Date: 6/6/25 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt and vulnerable episode, Kate pulls back the curtain to share the true origin story behind Grow Together. You may have heard about her mission, her passion for families, and her background as a therapist—but today, you’ll hear where it really began: in the quiet, hard,

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16:22

Redefining Success in Private Practice: A Real Talk...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Redefining Success in Private Practice: A Real Talk for Therapists Host: Kate McCommons Podcast: Grow Together Podcast Tags: Private Practice Therapy, Therapist Burnout, Define Success, Business Strategy, OT Coaching, Therapist Fulfillment Episode Summary: In today’s episode, Kate gets personal. Like real personal. She opens up about chasing numbers, burning out fast, and the moment she sat across from her husband—pretending to enjoy a peaceful lunch—when in reality, she was mentally spiral...

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15:15

Defining Your Pillars in Business

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/05/28

🎙️ Grow Together Podcast Episode Title: Defining Your Pillars in Business Host: Kate McCommons Episode Length: ~20 minutes Categories: Private Practice, Business Foundations, Therapy, Mindset, Marketing Episode Summary: In today’s foundational (yet deeply transformative) episode, Kate dives into what it really means to define the pillars of your business. Whether you’re just starting your private practice or feeling a little wobbly in your direction, this episode will help you pause, ...

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16:43

Episode 3: From Therapist to CEO: Why You’re More...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/05/21

🎙️ Grow Together Podcast – Episode Title: "From Therapist to CEO: Why You’re More Ready Than You Think" Host: Kate McCommons, MOT, OTR/L Keywords: occupational therapist entrepreneur, therapist to business owner, OT business skills, imposter syndrome in business, therapy marketing, private practice startup, therapist mindset shift Episode Summary: Are you an occupational therapist who's ever thought, “I’m just a therapist—I could never run a business”? You're not alone. In this heartfelt

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16:12

The Marketing Equation

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Episode Title: 002: Marketing 101 Release Date: 5/14/25 Podcast: The Grow Together Podcast Host: Kate McCommons, MOT, OTR Bio: Kate is an experienced Occupational Therapist, dedicated wife, and proud mother of two. She is the founder of Grow Together Therapy, a family-centered private practice she built from the ground up—starting out of her car and expanding into multiple locations with a team of skilled therapists and staff. Throughout her journey, Kate has learned valuable les...

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19:11

From Isolation to Empowerment: The Birth of The...

The Grow Together Podcast ·

2025/05/07

Episode Title: "From Isolation to Empowerment: The Birth of The Private Practice Business Hub" Release Date: 5/7/2025 Podcast: The Grow Together Podcast Host: Kate McCommons, MOT, OTR/L Bio: Kate is an experienced Occupational Therapist, dedicated wife, and proud mother of two. She is the founder of Grow Together Therapy, a family-centered private practice she built from the ground up—starting out of her car and expanding into multiple locations with a team of skilled therapists and sta...

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