Healers with Hustles

Turns out, “qualified” doesn’t always mean “chosen.” So how do you bridge the gap?In this ep, Caitlin unpacks a common struggle for health professionals turned creatives: feeling invisible despite years of training. Drawing from her own early business days, She talks about why leaning too heavily on your title might be creating distance instead of connection and offers three grounded, practical ways to shift how you show up in your marketing so your expertise gets noticed. Listen if you’re:Leaning on your title but still struggling to book clientsNot sure how to explain why your background mattersCraving a way to market that feels specific, grounded, and true to youLoved this episode?Leave a review or send it to a friend who’s been feeling unsure about their health career lately. Your support means the world to me!Connect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedInHow to ditch the academic speak

Kate O'Connor, a psychodynamic therapist and clinical psychologist from Brisbane, dives deep into the nuanced relationship between supervisors and supervisees. She argues that true healing involves embracing one’s complex humanity rather than conforming to rigid therapeutic norms. Topics include the surprising use of tarot cards in sessions, the potential dangers of overly sanitized therapy, and how authentic connections can transform therapeutic practices. Kate’s insights on the pressures of modern psychology and the evolving role of therapists are both enlightening and refreshingly candid.

What if the thing holding your message back… is how you were trained?In this ep, Caitlin gets real about a sneaky messaging habit that so many clinicians-turned-creatives fall into: staying neutral. She explores how being taught to hold space can lead to watered-down words in your business and why owning your beliefs (even just 1 or 2 steps ahead of your audience) is what actually builds trust. Caitlin walks through real talk, lived experience, and gentle but powerful ways to start showing your point of view—without burning your ethics in the process.Listen if you’re:A health professional or clinician navigating the leap into businessTired of playing it “safe” and getting zero traction in your contentCraving more connection (and conversions) through your wordsLoved this episode?Leave a review or send it to a friend who’s been feeling unsure about their health career lately. Your support means the world to me!Connect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn

What if your difference wasn’t a flaw to hide, but the very reason you’re in this space to lead differently?In this ep, Caitlin chats with Johanna, a neurodivergent psychologist, coach, and founder of ADHD Her Way, about what it means to create a career that reflects who you are—not just what you trained to do.Together, they unpack the not-so-linear path of late diagnosis, the creative hunger that led Johanna beyond the therapy room, and the power of making space for both business and self-compassion.For anyone who’s ever felt like they had to choose between being professional and being themselves, this episode's your permission slip. Tune in to learn:The childhood habit that unknowingly planted the seed for her future podcasting lifeWhy she was handing out Kids Helpline stickers in grade 2How a detour into forensic psych and parole work led her to early intervention and neurodivergent supportWhat finally gave her permission to show up online in bold earrings, shades of pink, and full Gorman energyWhy she used to colour-coordinate her outfits with her therapy roomThe surprising reason neurodivergent folks often use more filler words How a late ADHD diagnosis didn’t just shift her identity—it reshaped her career, motherhood, and creative expressionWhat she hopes future students won’t have to endure in psych trainingThe quiet moment she realised she’d lost herself in her business—and what she’s now doing to get that spark backThe ADHD moment that accidentally landed her better seats at a Robbie Williams concertConnect with JohannaADHD Coach InstagramADHD Her Way InstagramConnect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn

What if the discomfort isn’t a sign you’re on the wrong path but an invitation to rethink your next step?Caitlin opens up about the messy, in-between phase of balancing a healthcare career with a creative side hustle. She reflects on the guilt of wanting out, the pressure to keep going when it looks good on paper, and why small tweaks might make a bigger difference than going all in or walking away. Caitlin challenges the idea that leaving is the only option and encourages you to dig deeper into what your discomfort is really saying.Tune in to learn:Why Caitlin once wished she’d get injured just to skip workHow taking Mondays off saved a draining healthcare jobThe harsh truth about the “fantasy” healthcare careers sold in uniWhy many healthcare pros jump into coaching What makes admitting you want out of healthcare so hardHow sitting with discomfort might reveal a third, unexpected career pathWhy you don’t have to keep pushing if your gut says otherwiseSmall changes that can fix your healthcare job (or show it's time to quit)The confusing mix of pride and disconnect in a healthcare careerHow to hold space for grief and confusion when your career feels stuckListen if you’re:Feeling stuck between your healthcare career and a creative side hustleUnsure if you should stay, pivot, or take a break from health workTrying to make sense of the discomfort that’s been growing in your current roleLoved this episode?Leave a review or send it to a friend who’s been feeling unsure about their health career lately. Your support means the world to me!Connect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn

What if health education didn’t have to come from a clinic? And what happens when we make quiet conversations LOUD?In this episode, Caitlin chats with Dr. Olivia Richman, a board-certified family medicine physician, 2x TEDx speaker, and founder of Docfluencer MDO, about what it really looks like to get creative in healthcare.Olivia shares her unconventional path to educate and advocate, one built on storytelling, social media, and speaking directly to the people who need it most.From rewriting personal narratives to building a platform that helps other healthcare professionals use their voice on social media to change healthcare. Olivia’s journey is a powerful reminder that healing can happen in more ways than one!If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible beyond the “white coat”—this one’s for you.Tune in to learn:The childhood misunderstanding that led Dr. Olivia to chase a career she resented for yearsHow a Youtube channel on sexual health became her middle ground between a career in Hollywood and medicineThe life-changing internship that changed her entire view of health educationThe shocking gaps in physician education that pushed her to launch a hub for doctor-influencersHow Dr. Olivia's superiors reacted to her starting a Youtube channel about sexual healthThe invisible limits we place on ourselves as adultsDr. Olivia's mission to making sexual health conversations less tabooWhy the fear of being judged online is not about the viewersHow creative expression can coexist with professional credibilityThe brutal reality of the American healthcare systemConnect with Dr. OliviaTEDxTalk GlamourPuss, MD InstagramGlamourPuss, MD YoutubeDocfluencer, MDOConnect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn

Could a creative shift be the antidote to feeling stuck in your healthcare career?In this episode, Caitlin gets real about the in-between stage of rethinking what work can look like after years in healthcare. She discusses how to find a nonclinical creative business idea, blending what you love, what you’re good at, and what people need. If you’re feeling stuck or just curious about making a change, this episode might be the nudge you need to start listening to those little daydreams and act on them.Tune in to learn:Why feeling “blahh” at work isn’t always burnoutHow to use the Japanese concept of ikigai to explore new directionsWhat Caitlin’s month off revealed (spoiler: it wasn’t what she expected)The role of low-pressure creative projects in rediscovering joyWhy self-compassion is your best co-pilot when making a shiftListen if you’re:Wondering what’s next after years in healthcareCurious about creative work but unsure where to startCraving purpose and play, without a full-blown career changeLoved this episode? Leave a review or send it to a friend who’s been “career curious” lately. Your support means the world.Connect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn

What happens when your big break never comes? For artist and researcher Lauren Moxey, you redefine success on your own terms. In this episode, Caitlin chats with Lauren, a PhD candidate, music teacher, and lecturer. Lauren talks about her eye opening research on natio-cultural creativity and human thriving in Australia’s music ecosystem, and why it’s time to radically redefine what it means to be an artist today.They talk about the realities of working in the arts, the rise of slash careers, and how  anyone in creative fields can thrive—financially and creatively—without buying into unrealistic career myths.This episode hits all the right notes! Tune in to learn:Lauren’s unconventional path to music and how she launched Sydney Vocal AcademyFrom engineering to bassoon to burnout: the surprising path that led Lauren to musicWhat happened after her husband sang on The Voice—and how it shaped their businessWhy Lauren walked away from a 220-student academy (and doesn’t regret it)How Australian music quietly creates belonging and shapes cultural identityWhy artists keep creating even when no one’s paying attention (or paying them)Why creative work fulfils higher human needs—but often fails to meet basic onesThe subtle difference between a portfolio career and a slash career (and why it makes all the difference)How a sense of place shapes our creative identityThe music industry’s dirty secret: how selling dreams is more gambling that career strategyWhat it really means to thrive as an artist in a world that doesn’t owe you a livingConnect with LaurenSubstackConnect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn

Is your online presence a little too curated? Yet, you worry that sharing your struggles might harm your business?In this episode, Caitlin explores the role of vulnerability in business. After receiving a comment about how “successful” she looks,  realised she rarely shares the behind-the-scenes struggles of entrepreneurship. She opens up about the emotional challenges of running a business, why storytelling is the fastest way to build trust, and how to strike a balance between being authentic and oversharing. If you’ve ever wrestled with what to share online as a professional, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn:The perception vs reality of being a successful business owner How isolation, cultural disconnection, and lack of support can affect well-being Why vulnerability feels risky How storytelling builds trustBalancing vulnerability and professionalism by reflecting on experiences after processing themWays business owners can be vulnerable in a way that aligns with their brandConnect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedInInstagram post about my struggles

Are you struggling to find the perfect fit, whether in your career or your clothing? Krista Fox didn't just adjust, she stitched together her dream job. In this episode, Caitlin chats with Krista Fox, a former ICU nurse and oral health therapist turned lingerie designer. Krista shares how her own struggle with uncomfy lingerie led her to launch Vlette, her own brand. She shares the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, balancing motherhood, and chats about her unexpected creative hobby. Plus, why a strong support system is important when taking creative risks. Don’t miss this *perfect fit* episode!Tune in to learn:How Krista's frustration with lingerie sizing sparked her business ideaThe significant shift in stress levels after moving from healthcare to entrepreneurshipThe importance of fostering positive dental experiences for kidsHow Krista developed shorter-length thongsThe evolution of women's underwear and a shift to comfort and practicalityThe influence of growing up in a family of business ownersHow Krista explained her lingerie business to her family and friendsManaging a business while raising childrenFinding her creative side in design and constructionWhy artistic expression isn't just about painting or drawingConnect with KristaVlette WebsiteVlette InstagramConnect with Caitlin:Healers with Hustles websiteInstagramFacebook GroupLinkedIn