What Happens When You Finally Trust Yourself as a Practitioner

What if the thing you’re waiting for … is simply the courage to begin?In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Lynn Schulte sits down with Occupational Therapist Stephanie Smith to talk about the unexpected journey that led Stephanie from being a new mom experiencing leaking postpartum … to launching her own thriving pelvic health practice.Stephanie shares the vulnerable story of the moment she realized something in her own body wasn’t right after childbirth – she never expected it would become a major turning point in her life. That single experience eventually introduced her to pelvic health therapy and awakened what she now calls her true calling.But this episode goes far deeper than business-building.Together, Lynn and Stephanie dive into:Why so many practitioners feel stuck or disconnected from traditional treatment modelsHow intuition and presence can completely transform clinical outcomesThe importance of truly listening to the body instead of forcing protocolsThe profound shifts that happen when practitioners trust themselves enough to begin before they feel “fully ready”One of the most powerful moments comes when Stephanie shares the story of sitting at an airport gate after attending Lynn’s live Holistic Treatment of the Postpartum Course. She kept hearing an internal nudge to “just do it” and posted a simple offer for free sessions in a local moms group. She boarded her flight with no expectations … and landed to 15 women asking for help.This conversation is packed with encouragement for:Pelvic Health PractitionersOTs and PTs considering starting a practiceClinicians struggling with imposter syndromeAnyone longing to practice in a more intuitive, holistic, and deeply effective wayIf you’ve ever questioned whether you’re ready…If you’ve ever felt the pull toward something bigger…Or if you simply want to hear an incredibly honest and inspiring story about following intuition and creating meaningful impact –this episode will stay with you.Have a comment or question about today’s episode? Message Lynn on Instagram or Facebook, or Email Lynn.If you enjoyed today’s podcast and are interested in more topics to support your clinical practice and treating your clients, find us on your favorite podcast app and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.To learn more visit:InstituteforBirthHealing.comAbout Today’s SpeakerStephanie Smith, OTR/LStephanie Smith is a pelvic floor occupational therapist and the founder of Everbloom Pelvic Health in Sanford, North Carolina. She specializes in pregnancy, postpartum, and pelvic health care through a trauma-informed, whole-body approach. Her work focuses on helping women reconnect with their bodies, improve core and pelvic floor function, and feel confident through every stage of womanhood.She created Everbloom to be the kind of care she wishes existed-where women feel seen, supported, and educated in their bodies. Through a blend of hands-on therapy, movement, and nervous system support, Stephanie provides deeply personalized care that goes far beyond traditional pelvic floor therapy.Website: https://www.everbloompelvichealth.com/Visit Institute for Birth Healing to learn more about how to care for the pregnant and postpartum body: CLICK HERE