Meet Katie, an Occupational Therapist who turned her long-held vision into a sustainable career through Coral Care's Catalyst Program
The Starting Point
Katie had always envisioned building her own practice—but like many clinicians, the idea felt daunting, and the timing never seemed quite right. Stuck in a clinic where she wasn't professionally fulfilled, she knew she wanted something more but wasn't sure how to make the leap.
That's when she decided to take a chance with Coral Care in Wellesley, MA.
About Katie
Katie is a dedicated Occupational Therapist whose experience, thoughtfulness, and unwavering dedication to her patients stood out from day one. What truly impressed the Coral Care team was how much she poured into her work—especially with complex clinical cases.
Her ability to deliver a clear, child- and family-centered philosophy of care made it easy for everyone to rally behind her vision.
The Growth Journey
Timeline to Success
Week 1: Onboarded with 5 patients, goal of 26
Week 8: Program paused with 23 active patients
Ongoing: Continued support managing caseload, driving logistics, and opportunistically attending events that align with her interests, such as baby-music classes
The Success Formula
1. School-Based Screenings
These brought a wave of aligned referrals that perfectly matched Katie's clinical interests and local reach.
2. Family-Centered Communication
Coral Care's scheduling and communication support helped Katie focus on what she does best—therapy—rather than getting bogged down in logistics as her caseload rapidly grew.
3. Hyper-Local Marketing
Targeted ads promoted her services in nearby family-friendly parks and outdoor spaces approved for OT work, connecting her with families right in her community.
How Coral Care Made the Difference
School-Based Screening Programs
Connected Katie with aligned referrals that matched both her clinical expertise and geographic preferences.
Family Communication & Scheduling Support
Handled the logistics so Katie could focus entirely on delivering exceptional therapy as her caseload grew.
Targeted Hyper-Local Marketing
Promoted her services in community spaces where families naturally gather, creating authentic connections.
Ongoing Caseload Management
Continues to help fine-tune her schedule, reduce unnecessary driving, and manage transitions like discharges and new referrals.
Ongoing Support
Katie's caseload is thriving—but that doesn't mean she's doing it alone. Coral Care continues to help her:
- Fine-tune her schedule to reduce unnecessary driving
- Manage transitions like discharges and new referrals
- Keep communications clear, warm, and efficient with families
- Support her attendance at marketing events that align with her interests
The Results
In just 8 weeks, Katie went from 5 patients to 23 active patients—nearly reaching her goal of 26.
Katie had the heart, skill, and vision to build a thriving private practice—she just needed a team behind her. With Coral Care's tools and guidance, she turned a long-held dream into a sustainable, fulfilling career path.
Today, Katie continues to actively support her own caseload management by attending marketing events and selectively picking up new cases that fit her clinical interests, proving that the right support system can transform professional dreams into reality.
Ready to turn your practice dreams into reality? Learn more about Coral Care's Provider Growth Program and discover how we can help you build the sustainable, fulfilling practice you've always envisioned.
