EP. 302 From $15K to $121K: How an Occupational Therapist Built a Fully Booked MFR Practice

Many occupational therapists dream of starting a private practice but struggle with knowing when it's the right time to leave traditional employment. In this episode, I sit down with occupational therapist and myofascial release practitioner Shauna, who shares how she grew her MFR practice from approximately $15,000 in annual revenue to more than $121,000 while creating a schedule that supports both her family and her business. We discuss what led her to leave traditional pediatric occupational therapy, how she gradually transitioned into private practice, why she now believes a fully booked MFR practice offers greater security than a traditional job, and the mindset shifts that helped her confidently build a thriving business. If you're an occupational therapist wondering whether it's possible to build a fully booked MFR practice, this conversation offers practical insights from someone who's done exactly that. ABOUT SHAUNA Shauna is an occupational therapist with more than 16 years of experience. After experiencing burnout in traditional pediatric practice, she discovered John F. Barnes' Myofascial Release (MFR), which inspired her to open Rooted OT in 2024. Today, she serves clients across the lifespan through her fully booked MFR practice and is passionate about helping people through a holistic approach to care. Guest Contact Website: https://therootedot.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.rooted.ot Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556970875054   \*\*This podcast is not medical advice and is not a substitute for consultation with an appropriate medical professional. We make no representations as to any physical, emotional, or mental health benefits that may be derived from listening to our podcast. Likewise, we do not make any representations or guarantees as to any possible income, business growth, additional clients, or any other earnings or growth benefits that may be derived from our podcast. Any testimonials, examples, or other results presented are the experiences of one client. We do not represent or guarantee you will achieve the same or similar results. You understand and agree you are solely responsible for any decisions you make from the information provided.\**   The Fully Booked Therapist Podcast includes affiliate links in its show notes. This means we may earn a commission if you click on or make purchases via the links in our show notes.