The Traveling Therapist Podcast (Kym Tolson)
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| 11 Sep 2022 | 37. Living in Tanzania as A Traveling Therapist with Sara Barroso | 00:28:27 | |
For today’s episode, we have with us Sara Barroso LMHC who is a licensed therapist in Massachusetts. Sara's practice focuses on helping people who are dealing with complex trauma, disordered eating, body image problems, depression, and anxiety. Sara has spent the last ten years traveling and has spent the last year residing in Tanzania. Her tele-health private practice was established in 2021, enabling her to work anywhere in the world. Today, she will talk about her story and experience! Find out about it and enjoy this episode!
“Everything here looks the same. So it's harder for me to identify what's like a not so safe neighborhood, just kind of by like picking up on people's behaviors and like the way they're interacting and kind of like, what's going on, and what's perceived as kind of shady behavior in this culture”
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Connect with Sarah: Website: sarabarrosolmhc.com
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| 09 Apr 2023 | 65. Digital Nomad Update: A Therapist's Journey Through Travel, Adaptability, and the Telehealth Revolution | 00:35:06 | |
In this episode, Kym aka The Traveling Therapist shares her experiences as a traveling therapist living the digital nomad lifestyle over the last three months of her journey. She discusses the ups and downs, including a rare condition that occurred after a Caribbean cruise, the importance of adaptability, and the future of telehealth. Join Kym as she explores breathtaking destinations, attends professional events, and navigates the challenges of working remotely while traveling the world.
Keypoints:
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| 28 Jul 2024 | 129. Freedom to Heal: How Christie Hays Redefines Therapy Beyond the Office Walls | 00:30:02 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist, I dive into an enriching conversation with Christie Hays, who has revolutionized her therapy practice by transitioning to a fully virtual format. Christie, a solo practitioner, embraces telehealth to manage her chronic health conditions effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance. She opens up about incorporating her intuitive skills into her therapeutic approach, enhancing her connection with clients and guiding them more profoundly. Christie also shares her journey of founding a coaching business aimed at helping therapists build sustainable virtual practices. This venture not only supports other therapists in navigating their professional paths but also empowers them to harness their unique intuitive gifts, ensuring their practices are as fulfilling as they are successful.
Key Points
About Christie Hays:
Christie Hays (she/they) is a therapist and business coach dedicated to helping highly sensitive, empath, and intuitive therapists overcome burnout so that they can create thriving, sustainable, and full private pay practices. As a highly sensitive, empath, and intuitive person herself, Christie understands the unique challenges of running a healing business while feeling and expressing deeply.
After experiencing almost career ending burnout working in hospitals and agencies, Christie started her own private practice growing from just 3 clients every other week to full within 10 months. Combining her experience as a full private pay therapist along with a background in corporate training and public speaking, Christie founded the SoulFULL Practice Academy to provide business coaching tailored to the specific needs of the highly sensitive, empath, and intuitive healer in private practice. She brings a wealth of real-world experience to her coaching focusing on teaching therapists how to attract their ideal private pay clients, implement sustainable business practices while shedding the practices that contribute to burnout, and the importance of creating a mindset that empowers you and your business. Her compassionate approach and practical insights make her a sought-after speaker and coach in the mental health and wellness community.
Connect with Christie: https://www.instagram.com/christiehayscoaching/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/soulfullpracticeacademy
Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym
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| 07 Apr 2024 | 116. Psychedelics, Coaching, and International Moves: A Therapist's Daring Adventure! | with Dr. Elizabeth Shuler | 00:35:21 | |
Dr. Liz Shuler's journey as a traveling therapist began when her husband received a job offer overseas, leading them to live in countries like Jordan and China before settling in Belgium for his studies. Liz's path in mental health counseling, international school counseling, and eventually opening her own practice in Belgium illustrates the flexibility and adaptability required in her field. Her experience showcases the importance of navigating legal and regulatory landscapes in different countries, highlighting how laws vary significantly from one place to another and the necessity for therapists to adapt to these differences while maintaining their practice.
In Belgium, Liz encountered a complex bureaucratic system that challenged her professional credentials and required her to navigate through extensive paperwork to continue her practice legally. Her determination led her to find a loophole that allowed her to practice as a psychotherapist due to her experience before 2016. Liz's story is not just about the challenges of international practice but also about the opportunities it presents, such as her involvement in psychedelic integration coaching and her use of platforms like Insight Timer to reach a broader audience. This tale is a testament to the innovative approaches therapists can take to adapt their practices to new environments while exploring unique specializations.
Episode Key Points:
About Dr. Elizabeth Shuler:
Dr. Elizabeth Shuler have been at the bottom. She knows what it is like to feel worthless and hopeless. She also know that, like her, you have everything you need inside you to find hope and crawl out of the darkness. It just takes a little help.
Since 2015, Dr. Liz have lived abroad, starting in Jordan, moving to China, and finally ending up in Belgium. As an international school counselor by day, she worked with international students, parents, and professionals dealing with transition, culture shock, and burnout on top of all of the other life stressors that come along. As a coach and therapist by night, Dr. Liz saw many international professionals who didn't feel like enough, thought they were too sensitive, or who wanted to find personal and professional fulfillment. Now, she is a psychotherapist, coach, and yoga therapist living and working in Belgium.
Dr. Liz completed a Master's of Science in Mental Health Counseling in 2014, Yoga Teacher certification & Reiki Master certification in 2015, and PsyD & Yoga Therapy certification in 2023.
Connect with Dr. Liz: Counseling Website: www.innerevolutioncounseling.com Coaching Website: www.innerevolutioncoach.com Free Meditations: https://insig.ht/tpV4SbMvaGb Blog: https://innerevolution.substack.com/
Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym
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| 30 Apr 2023 | 68. Listener Question: How Do I Develop Multiple Income Streams to Support my Traveling Therapist Lifestyle? | 00:38:05 | |
As a traveling therapist, having multiple income streams can be a game-changer. It not only helps you maintain financial stability but also provides a sense of freedom to pursue your passions and interests. By diversifying your income sources, you can avoid relying solely on your therapy practice, which can be challenging when you're constantly on the move.
In this episode, we dive into the world of multiple income streams for traveling therapists. We'll discuss the benefits and challenges of creating multiple income streams, including the freedom and flexibility it provides, as well as the added responsibilities and time commitment.
Join us as we explore practical tips for getting started with multiple income streams and how it can revolutionize your private practice.
Also, in this episode I introduce two new exciting products I’ve developed! Revolutionize Your Private Practice with AI AND The Traveling Therapist Membership! You can get special early access now by listening to this episode!!
“You want something that really aligns with your values and your expertise.”
Key points:
At Alma we believe when therapists have the support they need, the system gets better for everyone. Learn more about Alma.
Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym
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| 20 Aug 2023 | 84. Breaking Screen Addiction: Strategies for Mindful Tech Use as A Traveling Therapist with Jake Ernst | 00:43:22 | |
On this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, I interview Jake Ernst, a therapist specializing in the impact of technology on well-being, who discusses the concerning effects of screen addiction and strategies to break the dopamine addiction associated with excessive device usage. Jake and I explore the addictive nature of social media and how it affects the brain, leading to an increase in anxiety, decreased attention span, and reduced sleep quality.
Jake emphasizes the need to replace shame with compassion when addressing screen dependency, as these apps are intentionally designed to be addictive. He offers practical tips, such as using grayscale mode on smartphones to reduce the attractiveness of apps and implementing dopamine detoxes to reset the relationship with screens.
Throughout our discussion, Jake stresses the importance of self-awareness and setting boundaries to avoid passive and antisocial screen usage. He encourages users to consider active and prosocial interactions online, like engaging with others and sharing meaningful content. Jake advocates for tech-free days to restore balance and be more present in real-life experiences. The key takeaway is to approach screen usage with compassion and recognize that breaking the dopamine addiction requires understanding the addictive design of technology and implementing mindful practices to promote healthier digital habits. We related this to the traveling therapist lifestyle and how to break away from technology especially when we are exploring the world as traveling therapists.
Key points:
Jake Ernst is the Clinical Director at Straight Up Health, which is a mental health clinic for young people and their families in Toronto, Canada. As a therapist, Jake helps people identify patterns that are keeping them stuck so they can reconnect with themselves and build a life they love. In his work and writing, Jake explores how modern technology is changing how we think, feel, relate, and connect.
Jake Ernst, Social Worker & Psychotherapist Jake Ernst, MSW RSW (he/him) Clinical Director, Straight Up Health
https://www.instagram.com/mswjake/
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| 11 Dec 2022 | 50. It's All About The Connections That Help Your Ideas Come To Completion | 00:33:50 | |
We moved to Ormond Beach, FL for a month. We had barely settled in when Hurricane Nicole came along, now we have moved on to Cape Canaveral. We are one block from the beach and we can see the launch pad at Kennedy space center from the beach! It's very cool. Ken's daughter is coming to visit this weekend and we plan to go to the space center on Saturday.
This month was a month of connecting with friends and family and launching big ideas.
I flew into Greensboro for a weekend to see my nephews. In Ormand Beach, I was able to reunite with an old college roommate who lives near where we are staying. Last week I traveled to Scottsdale, AZ and spent 5 days with my trusted business besties for some much-needed R&R. We shared plans, strategies, and goals as we talked late into the night over prosecco and snacks. Even though we were serious about achieving our goals, there were still plenty of laughs along the way.
Last week I took a huge leap and re-launched my Flagship membership 'Bill like a Boss.' I finally took the advice of others and combined my membership and my DIY Billing course into one. I just about doubled my membership in two weeks!
On my trip to Scottsdale, I solidified my vision for 2023.
🐝 The Traveling Therapist membership! Eeek! So excited about this. 🐝 Plan a Traveling Therapist live event! Viking Cruise? 🐝 Continue to grow Bill Like a Boss and help at least 1000 therapists build their insurance-based practices in 2023. 🐝 The Traveling Therapist will Sponsor Thriving Therapist Institute events and attend live to continue to Thrive in my business and network with other Thriving/traveling Therapists. 🐝 Support my fellow multi-passionate entrepreneurial friends in their businesses to help us all grow and expand beyond our wildest dreams
Freinds I mentioned in the episode and their facebook groups. Thriving Therapists: https://www.facebook.com/groups/819786088456375 Showing Up Socially: https://www.facebook.com/groups/167007405558618 Radical Mental Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/groups/803705324170525 Medicare Consutling: https://www.facebook.com/groups/218951549940951 Create an Abundant Group Practice: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createanabundantgrouppractice Whole Body with Heidi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/244123710051525
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| 10 Dec 2023 | 99. From Chronic Illness to Global Healing: A Therapist's Journey Through Panchakarma in India with Christina Kantveleous | 00:42:14 | |
In this inspiring episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, Christina shares her unique journey from being a humanitarian worker to becoming a therapist specializing in chronic illness, a path shaped by her own health challenges. She recounts how remote work trips not only offered her the flexibility to manage her health better but also sparked her transformation into a full-time traveling therapist. Christina's recent experience in India undergoing an intensive Panchakarma detox program stands out as a highlight of the episode. This transformative two-month journey involved a blend of ancient Ayurvedic treatments, spiritual practices, and continued remote therapy work, which led to significant personal restoration and wellness.
Christina's story is not just about professional evolution; it's also a testament to the power of integrating holistic health practices and travel into one's lifestyle. Despite the challenges, she found a way to balance her work commitments with her health needs, even while navigating the intense Panchakarma program. As she looks forward to future plans, including moving to Greece and continuing her work in therapy and gluten-free travel writing, Christina's story is an inspiring example for therapists and individuals looking to balance their professional ambitions with personal health and wellness goals.
Christina P. Kantzavelos is a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) writer, artist, and citizen of the world, with a home-base in Joshua Tree, CA. She received her Bachelor’s and Master's of Social Welfare (MSW) from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and her Masters of Library and Information Sciences from San Jose California State University (SJSU).
She’s a first-generation college student, and third culture kid (TCK) holding dual citizenship in Greece/ the EU. She has visited over 35 different countries and documented most of it on social media. However, it was in completing the Camino de Santiago (500-mile pilgrimage across Spain) at the end of 2015, where she realized her strong affinity with writing. She decided to start BuenQamino, an Award-Winning, gluten-free and health-conscious lifestyle, and travel publication.
In her 100% remote clinical practice (@BeginWithinToday), she treats and is an advocate for those with chronic illness and C-PTSD, utilizing various modalities such as EMDR, CA, neural retraining, EFT and others. She recently published 'Begin Within - A Daily Healing Journal' (www.beginwithintoday.com) for those living life with chronic illness or other health-related challenges.
Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym
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| 21 May 2023 | 71. Unlock Growth and Travel Freedom: How Bariatric Evaluations Can Transform Your Therapy Business with Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes | 00:51:29 | |
Meet Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and compassionate therapist in private practice. With a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Social Work from Florida State University, Ashlyn has worked in a variety of settings before heading into private practice including management and supervision of new therapists where Ashlyn learned her love of teaching, supporting, and mentorship.
Ashlyn's specialization includes supporting individuals and couples before and after bariatric surgery. As a trained professional in pre-surgical mental health clearance, she offers comprehensive counseling tailored to the unique emotional and psychological aspects of the bariatric journey. Driven by a passion to teach and support other therapists and a commitment to filling a gap in training, Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, took the initiative to create her own specialized program to train mental health providers to conduct pre-surgical mental health clearances.
With almost a decade of practical experience, she recognized the need for comprehensive training in a specific area and decided to forge her own path. This self-created program equips practitioners with the necessary tools and expertise to excel in their work, ensuring the highest quality of care for those they serve.Driven by the need for a better work-life balance after experiencing the burnout of the pandemic, Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, underwent a transformative journey.
Recognizing the importance of self-care and rejuvenation, she discovered a newfound love for traveling. Determined to create a more fulfilling lifestyle, Ashlyn made strategic changes to her business model, specifically focusing on pre-surgical evaluations. This shift allowed her to allocate more time for exploring the world while maintaining a thriving practice.Embracing this shift, Ashlyn found a harmonious balance between work and personal life. By prioritizing self-care and integrating her passion for travel, she not only recharged herself but also enhanced the level of care and support she provides to her clients.
Join Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, as she shares her insights and expertise gained through her self-created training, empowering professionals to deliver exceptional care and make a lasting impact in their practice
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Connect with Ashlyn: Learn Bariatric Psychological Assessments www.LearnBariatricPsychologicalAssessments.com @LearnBariatricAssessments (Instagram) Info@LearnBariatricPsychologicalAssessments.com Coupon Code ($50 off): TRAVEL
Advance Bariatric Counseling www.AdvanceBariatricCounseling.com @AdvanceBariatricCounseling Ashlyn@AdvanceBariatricCounseling.com
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| 09 Jun 2024 | 123. Roads Less Traveled: A Therapist’s Tale of Van Life, International Dreams, and Finding Home with Steven Mollura | 00:45:21 | |
In the latest episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym Tolson reconnects with Steven Mollura, a returning guest whose journey encapsulates the dynamic lifestyle of a traveling therapist. Steven dives into the transitions he has navigated from apartment living to van life and back to having a stable home base while still embarking on adventures. He shares his experiences and lessons learned from living on the road, the logistics of maintaining a mobile practice, and his plans for an exploratory trip to Japan aimed at expanding his counseling services internationally.
Key Points:
About Steven Mollura:
Steven is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in sexual health, fear and self-sabotage, and empowerment. He offers honest and open therapeutic support to help clients face the fears holding them back from the lives they want. He loves helping clients heal the shame, hurt, and anxiety around past trauma, unhealthy relationships, and toxic upbringings. Therapy with Steven involves deep collaboration to gain insight into personality, gain courage, work towards beneficial behavior changes, and reach goals.
Steven has worked in a variety of settings with a wide array of populations including psychiatric hospitals, substance treatment, palliative care, and private practice. He is a US Army Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also specializes in working with pissed-off men who can run towards gunfire but can’t tell their dad they love him. He is licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida and is offering telehealth counseling sessions only at this time.
Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym
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| 10 Mar 2024 | 112. The Future of Therapy: AI-Driven Private Practice Innovations with Maria Szandrach of Mentalyc | ||
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, we explore the transformative work of Maria Szandrach, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Mentalyc, who masterfully combines AI technology with mental health care. Maria's path from engaging in entrepreneurial activities as a child to orchestrating a worldwide, entirely remote team epitomizes the essence of innovation and the nomadic spirit in reshaping professional fields. Mentalyc, her pioneering venture, utilizes AI to simplify the therapy note-taking process, providing therapists with an advanced tool to improve their services. With a diverse team located across different continents, Mentalyc stands as a testament to the power of diversity and flexibility, illustrating that physical distances do not hinder meaningful collaboration. Maria's story goes beyond just technological progress; it highlights the remarkable capacity of AI to customize and enhance mental health care. By catering to the specific requirements of therapists and their clients, Mentalyc aims to render therapy sessions more productive and concentrated. The firm's dedication to security, demonstrated through its adherence to HIPAA compliance, and its commitment to developing a product that adapts to the changing needs of its users, emphasize the critical role of trust and innovation in the realm of healthcare technology. Maria Szandrach's foresight for Mentalyc serves as an inspiration for both budding entrepreneurs and therapists, showing that through passion, inventiveness, and a readiness to venture into new domains, one can significantly influence the world.
Serial entrepreneur, social impact leader, and CEO of Mentalyc, Maria Szandrach is a force to be reckoned with in the mental health tech space. Driven by a personal experience with therapy and a mission to make mental healthcare more accessible and effective, Maria has spearheaded the development of groundbreaking AI-powered solutions that are revolutionizing the industry.
Mentalyc, Maria's current brainchild, is a testament to her unwavering commitment to innovation and positive impact. This AI-powered platform automates note-taking for therapists, streamlines administrative tasks, and personalizes treatment plans, all while building a unique dataset to enhance psychotherapy. With thousands of happy clients under it’s belt, Mentalyc is rapidly transforming the way therapy is delivered and experienced. Beyond her entrepreneurial pursuits, she actively engages in thought leadership, sharing her insights at conferences and mentoring young entrepreneurs, all while advocating for ethical and responsible technology development in mental health.
Maria Szandrach is not just a successful entrepreneur; she is a visionary leader who is shaping the future of mental healthcare with compassion, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of progress.
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| 01 Sep 2024 | 133. Mastering the Art of Time Freedom: Uriah Guilford on Building a Business and Therapy Practice While Traveling | 00:19:55 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, I sit down with Uriah Guilford, a therapist and entrepreneur, to discuss how he successfully manages a thriving therapy business while enjoying extensive travel. Uriah shares his journey from the early days of struggling to take vacations as a solo practitioner to creating multiple streams of income that allow him the freedom to travel the world. Uriah and I dive into essential strategies like building a team, creating systems, and leveraging passive income to ensure business continuity even while on the road. Uriah also shares a fun anecdote about making money while enjoying Disneyland, highlighting the joys of truly automated income. This episode is packed with actionable tips for any therapist looking to achieve financial and time freedom while exploring the world. Key Points:
About Uriah Guilford: Uriah Guilford is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a group practice owner and the creator of Productive Therapist, a virtual assistant company that serves therapists in private practice. He is a technology nerd, a minimalist travel packer, a rock drummer and business development enthusiast. Websites: https://productivetherapist.com/ & https://www.intunefamily.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivetherap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivetherapist/?hl=en
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| 30 Oct 2022 | 44. Say No To Overwhelm! Strategies To Help Therapists Move Towards More Ease In Their Lives with Sarah Leitschuh | 00:37:37 | |
Sarah Leitschuh is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who practices in Eagan, Minnesota. Through her work with The Vibrant Therapist Consulting, LLC, Sarah supports other therapists in discovering how to do their work in a way that energizes them and doesn’t leave them depleted when it comes time for personal interests and relationships. Sarah is on a mission to help reduce therapist overwhelm! Outside of work, Sarah is an avid reader, a nature lover and a fan of moving slowly.
Today, let’s get clean on our vision and find out what Sarah has more to offer! Enjoy this episode by tuning in!
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“If you get the right people in place, that maybe they're actually better at aspects of the practice than you are in and that's really good for your practice, and allows even more like expansion, while also you're traveling.”
Connect with Sarah: The Vibrant Therapist Consulting, LLC https://www.sarahleitschuh.com/
The Overwhelm Assessment for Stressed Out Therapists https://www.sarahleitschuh.com/overwhelm-assessment-stressed-therapists/
Sarah Leitschuh Counseling, PLLC https://sarahleitschuhcounseling.com/
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| 16 Apr 2023 | 66. Trailblazing Therapist: Amorette's Journey of Empowering Girls, Exploring the World, and Inspiring Fellow Therapists | 00:31:21 | |
Amorette O'Brien is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with anxious adolescents and their families. She is also the creator of Girl Strong, a skill group focused on increasing feelings of connection and confidence in adolescent girls. She is passionate about providing education and support to teens, their families, as well as other clinicians.
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Connect with Amorette: www.instagram.com/translating_teen
Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.
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| 19 Feb 2023 | 59. Roaming Resilience: Navigating Vicarious Trauma as a Traveling Therapist with Jenny Hughes | 00:34:14 | |
Jenny Hughes is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of trauma and PTSD. As a clinician, she practices EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure therapy.
Through her clinical work, Jenny has been able to also support fellow trauma therapists through the shared experience of vicarious trauma. As the founder of The BRAVE Trauma Therapist Collective, Jenny helps trauma therapists go from feeling drained and demoralized to energized and empowered. The work done in The BRAVE Collective is ideal for any traveling therapist as our community becomes your home away from home, no matter where you are in the world!
Check out Jenny's upcoming FREE workshop, The BRAVE Vicarious Trauma Workshop LIVE, on February 28th at 4pmPST/7pmCST (7-day replay included!). Sign up at braveproviders.com/vtworkshoplive
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Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.
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| 11 Feb 2024 | 108. From Engineering to Empowering: The Unconventional Journey of a Traveling Therapist with Lenora Johnson | 00:36:58 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, interviews Lenora Johnson. Lenora, a self-proclaimed wandering soul, traces her passion for travel back to childhood dreams and a pivotal family vacation to Niagara Falls, which opened her eyes to the marvels beyond her immediate environment. Her academic and professional path took her through various states, cementing her belief in the feasibility of practicing therapy across geographical boundaries. Lenora's story is a testament to adaptability and the pursuit of work-life harmony, highlighting her strategic adjustments to time zones and client schedules to maintain a successful practice while indulging in her love for travel.
Key Points:
About Lenora:
Lenora has 20+ years of experience in health and human services working as a victim advocate, crisis intervention specialist and group facilitator. Lenora has 10+ years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) providing therapy, case management and care coordination. Lenora is also passionate about education is currently certified as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Clinical Telemental Health Provider, and Shame Informed Treatment Specialist. Lenora’s pronouns are she/her/hers. She is an African American woman and an ally for LGBTQ+. She owns and operates L.C.N. WELLNESS LLC, a private practice serving both Oregon and Washington.
Lenora was born with a wandering spirit, and it has always felt natural to travel. As early as 2nd grade Lenora was dreaming about the places she wanted to go. Lenora hit the ground running after graduating high school. She moved from MI to FL, FL to NV, NV to FL, FL to OH, OH to MI, MI to FL and FL to OR. After starting in private practice, she takes her show on the road. Lenora will spend 2-4 weeks traveling across the USA. Lenora is a global citizen who lives locally in OR.
She loves bringing her favorite things together, therapy and traveling.
Connect with Lenora: Website: https://lcnwellness.com IG: www.LCNWELLNESS/instagram.com
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| 22 Jan 2023 | 55. Welcoming 2023 with an 11 Day Caribbean Cruise | 00:35:37 | |
Welcome to the new year!! I actually missed a week last week! The first week since I started the podcast. I put a lot of pressure on myself to try to make these personal episodes packed full of content and then I procrastinate. Does anyone else do this? It’s that perfectionism trap.
In this episode, I want to hear from you. I’d love to know if you're ready to take that leap into the Traveling Therapist lifestyle in 2023. What are your goals for 2023 as a Traveling Therapist?
I review my entrepreneurial milestones from 2022 in this episode and discuss a huge milestone with the Traveling Therapist Podcast!! 20,000 unique downloads!! Blown away!! Thank you all for listening.
In this episode, I discuss the cruise and cruising hacks I learned along the way. Also, more about the Traveling Therapist Membership group!! Eeeek so excited!!
Lastly, my new course is launching this week.
The Nitty Gritty of Multi-state Private Practice Expansion This course will cover all the essentials for multistate expansion, from licensing and business considerations to accounting and taxes, ethical/legal concerns, virtual v/s real address questions, insurance billing, marketing, and traveling and working in multiple states.
Whether you're thinking about expanding your private practice or you're already in the process of doing so, this course will provide you with the information you need to make your expansion a success.
Here are just some of the modules already included in the course
💥Multi-state licensing 💥Business Considerations 💥Accounting and Taxes 💥Ethical/Legal Considerations 💥What to do About Addresses 💥Insurance Billing & Credentialing in Multiple States 💥Marketing Your Multistate Practice 💥Working and Traveling Across State Lines
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Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.
My personal referral link is here if you want to schedule an appointment and check them out: https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?grsf=kimberly-wqqc1l
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| 17 Sep 2023 | 87. Listener Question Episode: Balancing Life on the Move: Work-Life Balance for Traveling Therapists | 00:29:08 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, your host Kym tackles, a common challenge faced by traveling therapists: maintaining a healthy work-life balance while constantly on the move. The episode begins with a listener question from Becca S. who wonders about the difficulty of establishing a consistent work routine amid changing locations. Kym shares personal anecdotes, including the Airbnb booking mishaps experienced during their travels, to illustrate the unique challenges that arise.
Throughout the episode, Kym explores the impact of this nomadic lifestyle on personal relationships, offering strategies for staying connected with loved ones while combating loneliness. Practical tips, such as prioritizing self-care, leveraging technology, and creating flexible routines, are also shared to help traveling therapists strike a balance between work and personal life. The importance of healthy boundaries, both with clients and in self-care practices, is emphasized.
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| 08 Oct 2023 | 90. The Dark Side of Paradise: Airbnb Nightmares & Digital Nomad Survival Tips | 00:29:55 | |
In this episode, Kym shares her latest digital nomad update from Las Terenas in the Dominican Republic. She dives into her experiences with extended international travel, focusing on the highs and lows of booking Airbnbs. Kym offers practical tips on red flags to watch for, like hosts wanting to communicate off the Airbnb app and requiring lease agreements. She also shares some "pro tips," like booking short stays first to test out an area and using services that handle return flight bookings for U.S. digital nomads. The episode wraps up with Kym mentioning that the Traveling Therapist Membership is focusing on extended international travel this month, featuring expert advice from guests like Talia Brown.
For anyone looking to get started as a traveling therapist, Kym recommends these resources:
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| 21 Jan 2024 | 105. Digital Nomad Realities: To Store Your Stuff or Not (NOT)! | 00:23:28 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym shares her experiences and insights as a digital nomad. Currently in the Dominican Republic, she and her boyfriend Ken have embraced a lifestyle of living in Airbnbs without a permanent home base. Kym candidly discusses the challenges they've faced, particularly with storage units and finding suitable airbnb’s. Initially, they stored their furniture, unsure about committing fully to nomadic life. However, this decision proved costly, leading Kym to advise others considering this lifestyle to avoid such pitfalls. Kym also discusses the complexities of managing cars while traveling abroad, highlighting the unexpected expenses and logistical issues they encountered.
Kym touches on the realities of digital nomad life, sharing her frustrations with inconsistent Airbnb experiences, including noise and other inconveniences. Despite the allure of beautiful locations and perfect weather, she admits feeling weary of the constant moving and challenges of settling into new places. Reflecting on her professional life, Kym talks about her decision to end her traveling therapist membership due to its stress and lack of community connection. She emphasizes the importance of aligning work with personal comfort and value. Kym also mentions her two other successful memberships, 'Bill Like a Boss' and 'Clinical AI Club,' her passion for AI, and her new AI-focused podcast, 'Run Your Private Practice with AI.'
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Links Mentioned: Run Your Private Practice with AI (Podcast): www.clinicalaiclub.com/podcast Progress Notes AI (App): www.progressnotesai.com
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| 02 Jun 2024 | 122. Discover How Authenticity Therapy Is Changing Lives Across the Globe with Yudit Maros | 00:31:01 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym chats with Yudit Maros, a therapist who has creatively merged her passion for travel with her professional life. Yudit shares her journey from traditional therapy to pioneering her own therapeutic modality known as Authenticity Therapy. She details how this approach, which emphasizes the integration of inner child work and self-love practices, came to life through extensive research and is now taught globally. Yudit also discusses the logistics and inspiration behind organizing therapeutic retreats in picturesque locations like southern Italy, providing a dual experience of external exploration and profound internal healing.
**Key Points:** 1. Yudit Maros developed Authenticity Therapy after a decade of research, creating a therapeutic model that combines inner child work and self-love practices, now shared through international retreats and workshops. 2. The episode dives into how therapists can blend personal passions such as travel with their professional endeavors to enrich both their personal lives and therapeutic practice. 3. Yudit emphasizes the importance of therapists undergoing their own healing and self-discovery processes to effectively help their clients, illustrating this through her retreats that provide both professional development and personal rejuvenation.
About Yudit Maros:
Yudit is a psychotherapist in private practice, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and the author of Apple of My I: The Four Practices of Self-Love. She is the originator of Authenticity Therapy, a new synthesis and integration in the field of psychotherapy, based on seven years of research about what helps people get well in therapy. It is a body-centered approach that focuses on one's ability to self-parent in a caring way.
She also lead continuing education retreats for therapists, in the US and worldwide. Yudith travel while she teach how to stay at home within yourself, in a delicious inner connection with your Inner Child. She like to have it all!
Her favorite place is the South of Italy, where she regularly teach an experiential introduction to Authenticity Therapy. Beautiful places in the US, Costa Rica, France, and Hungary are some other places where she travel and teach Certification courses in Authenticity Therapy.
Website: www.yuditmaros.com
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| 20 Nov 2022 | 47. A Traveling Therapists Journey Through Bali and Vietnam with Mary Jo Harmon | 00:55:16 | |
Mary Jo Harmon recently obtained a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Memphis. As the first college graduate in her family, she embraces a dynamic curiosity to create a career path less traveled. She returned to graduate school after a lengthy career in IT Management and made a goal early in her academic program to achieve both a high-compensation career while embracing a love for psychology and the desire to impact the health and well-being of Black people. For the past nearly 12 months, she has traveled the world while completing the requirements to become a licensed mental health counselor working in private practice. Her future plans include further international travel in 2023 to Central America and Africa while finalizing licensure requirements. Mary Jo also identifies with the health at any size community and is committed to raising awareness of fat stigma. She has completed research and published in the areas of young adults, intellectual disabilities, and career outcomes and has recently been accepted into the Adler University Psychology and Organizational Management doctoral program. “You know, when you leave the airport, and you see pictures of models selling things, they don't look Asian. So it's a lot of pressure for women here.”
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| 25 Sep 2022 | 39. Moving to the UK to Become a Therapist! with Sydney Conroy | 00:35:00 | |
For today’s episode, we have Sydney Conroy, a first-year PhD student at the University of Cambridge at the PEDAL Research Center. Her current work focuses on the voices and experiences of children in play therapy sessions, as well as issues including trauma, the COVID-19 epidemic, and social discomfort. Sydney has experience working with children and families in both a private practice at Eastside Play Therapy and a community agency environment. She is currently residing in the UK and applying to become a therapist there. She has less knowledge about therapists who travel frequently, but she wants to share her perspective on going to a new country to practice therapy and developing a network.
Tune in to this episode to find out more about Sydney!
“I think it's going to show up in a lot more nuanced ways that we would only get from therapists’ perspective of like being in the room with people that are processing that week after week, you're not necessarily going to hear that from teachers, or parents or people that are dedicated to looking to those specific issues.”
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Connect with Sydney: Website: https://www.sydneyconroy.com/ Twitter: SydneyConroy_
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| 16 Jul 2023 | 79. Maximize Your Savings with Effective Travel Budgeting: Your Guide to Flexible Destinations and Deal-Hunting with Shelly Blancq (Part 2) | 00:40:33 | |
This is part 2 of Shelly Blancq’s series on Traveling Hacking and Budget Travel. Shelly discusses her experiences and strategies around credit card hacking, particularly with a focus on travel rewards. She starts with discussing how she used a Capital One card due to its straightforward points system and low barrier of entry. The Venture X card, which comes with an annual fee of $95, offers up to 60,000 to 75,000 points upon spending $3,000 in three months. These points can be used to offset travel-related purchases at a value of 1 cent per point. The speaker then transitioned to using Amex and Chase credit cards, as they offered better transfer partners, enabling more lucrative rewards. Transferring points to specific loyalty programs could result in significantly better value, she exemplified this with a flight from JFK to Chicago costing 5,000 Chase points instead of $250.
Key Points:
About Shelly Blancq
Shelly is a travel expert with one eye always on the budget. She and her husband take multiple international and domestic trips a year- all on teachers’ salaries. She is committed to finding the best ways to spend your travel budget and hack your way to free flights, upgraded hotel rooms, and fancy rental cars so you can spend money on what matters most- the experiences.
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/travel-more/id1664095534
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| 11 Aug 2024 | 131. How to Build a Brand That Pays: Dr. Shana’s Blueprint for Clinicians | 00:27:57 | |
If you're a therapist contemplating transitioning into the world of coaching and entrepreneurship, this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast is essential for you. Discover how Dr. Shana evolved from being a traditional therapist to an influential coaching expert amid the pandemic. You'll hear Dr. Shana's firsthand account of overcoming burnout, leveraging her expertise to create multiple streams of income, and navigating imposter syndrome.
This episode is packed with concrete steps, insights on balancing regulatory concerns, and real-life examples of building a bankable brand using speaking engagements, book writing, media appearances, and more. Whether you're looking to scale your impact or pivot your career, Dr. Shana's experience and practical advice will equip you with the tools to transform your professional journey. Tune in to learn how you can serve one-to-many and truly make a massive difference!
Key points:
About Dr. Shana D. Lewis:
Dr. Shana D. Lewis, or Dr. Shana, as she is known, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Executive Wellness Coach and The Brand Therapist for experts and practitioners. She has a rich educational background that includes a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education. As the visionary behind SDL Enterprises Education, Training, & Consulting Services, LLC, Dr. Shana brings over two decades of expertise in supporting women's mental health to a broader platform in addition to her expertise as a mental health expert.
In her latest endeavor, Dr. Shana is passionately dedicated to coaching and mentoring fellow therapists and experts in the art of leveraging their expertise and building a brand well beyond traditional practice. She is committed to helping them transition from one-to-one service to making a more significant impact by serving one-to-many. Dr. Shana's vision is to see experts emerge as speakers, authors, TV personalities, coaches, and trainers, thereby enriching the world with their knowledge and compassion and increasing their impact, influence and ultimately their income. In her Brand Therapy Academy, Dr. Shana mentors clinicians in crafting a brand that the world eagerly anticipates for their breakthrough.
Understanding the barriers that imposter syndrome can create for clinicians as they begin to scale beyond, Dr. Shana is on a mission to help therapists break free from self-doubt and step boldly into the marketplace. She encourages them to show up confidently, knowing that the world awaits their valuable contributions. Dr. Shana's coaching not only amplifies the voices of mental health experts but also fosters a community where their collective impact can reach thousands globally, changing lives and shaping a brighter future for all.
As a result of this expertise, Dr. Shana is a sought after international keynote and motivational speaker, trainer, and leader in business and the women’s empowerment and wellness space as the curator of the Self care is the New Sexy International Retreat. She delivers powerful, high energy keynotes to audiences all across the country about a variety of issues including domestic violence, women’s issues, wellness, spiritual issues, mental health issues, self-care and transformation. As a result of her expertise in these areas Dr. Shana has been featured on several media outlets including CBS, NBC, FOX, CW, and ABC as a mental health expert on LIVE with Kelly & Ryan and she is a 5 time author and 3 time Amazon Best Seller!!
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| 30 Jun 2024 | 125. From Solo Practice to Freedom: The Journey to a Seven-Figure Therapy Business with Nicole McCance | 00:31:47 | |
In this episode, I sit down with Nicole McCance, a renowned business coach for therapists, to delve into the transformative journey from being a traditional therapist to a globe-trotting professional managing a group practice. Nicole shares her compelling story, revealing how the birth of her twins catalyzed her shift from a solo practitioner to creating a multimillion-dollar group practice that operates seamlessly without her constant oversight. The discussion pivots to practical strategies for therapists looking to scale their businesses, emphasizing the importance of automation and effective systematization to ensure a practice can thrive independently of its founder. Nicole also unpacks the details of her Clinic Growth Map program, which has helped over 700 therapists achieve remarkable success. She offers actionable advice on how to prepare a therapy business not just for operational efficiency but for potential future sale, ensuring it can provide sustained revenue with minimal direct involvement. This episode is rich with guidance on harnessing digital marketing, leveraging AI, and building a practice culture that aligns with personal freedom and professional growth. Key points:
About Nicole McCance:
Nicole is a Psychologist (retired) turned Business Coach for therapists scaling to a group practice. She expanded her private practice to 55 therapists and multiple 7 figures in 3 years (with toddler twins at home). Nicole sold her clinic in the 4th year and then retired as a Psychologist in her 5th year. She now teaches therapists how to help more people, make more money and have more freedom following her proven method. Catch her top-rated business podcast every week, The Business Savvy Therapist or her strategies on instagram nicole.mccancemethod
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| 15 Oct 2023 | 91. Mind-Blowing Therapy: Innovative Clinician Combines Travel with Psychedelics | featuring Michal Cohen | 00:43:11 | |
This week's episode features Michal Cohen, a psychedelic therapist who helps clients through therapeutic cannabis ceremonies and ketamine therapy. Michal explains how she got into this unique work through trainings in alternative modalities like ganja yoga. She sees immense value in psychedelics for mental health based on her own healing journey.
As a traveling therapist, Mihael has figured out how to guide clients before and after ketamine experiences even when she's abroad long-term. She shares tips for therapist-travelers like vetting accommodations for strong WiFi, researching destinations thoroughly, and staying flexible when plans change. Mihael aims to model a sense of adventure in navigating the inevitability of travel mishaps. She provides an inspiring example of how therapists can blend travel and online work successfully.
Michal grew up in a family that loved to travel! These early travel experiences shaped her to decide to pursue college in CA, even though she grew up in NJ. During college, she traveled to Aix-en-Provence for a semester abroad. Her experience as a student in France was so rewarding, she moved to Italy after graduating and lived there for a year teaching English. She then joined the Peace Corps and went on to serve as a Peace Corps Volunteer in both Madagascar and St. Lucia. It was her experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer that led her to pursue a Master's Degree in Social Work at Columbia University. 12 years ago, Michal decided to make her home in Honolulu, Hawaii, where she offers online therapy and in-person psychedelic cannabis journeys.
Michal loves working as an online therapist because it has allowed her to resume travel as a way of life. This past year, she spent 5 weeks in Mexico and she is returning there for another month in October.
Her favorite travel quote is from the movie The Sheltering Sky: "We're not tourists. We're travelers... Oh. What's the difference?... A tourist is someone who thinks about going home the moment they arrive, Whereas a traveler might not come back at all.
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| 08 Sep 2024 | 134. The One Ugrade that Transformed My Therapy Business Overnight with Lindsay Haverslew | 00:28:40 | |
You know that feeling when you stumble across a hidden gem during your travels? That burst of excitement because you've found something truly special? That’s exactly how I felt after my chat with Lindsey Haverslu. Her journey from a traditional therapist to a globetrotting, multi-passionate entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. Picture this: Starting in Thailand during a global pandemic, Lindsey turned her dream into reality against all odds. So many of you email me, saying you want to start your traveling therapist journey now—not stuck in the States, but out there in the world. Lindsey did just that, and it’s a game-changer. What struck me was her fearless leap, especially when her business wasn’t yet enough to sustain her. She took a calculated risk, leaned into social media, and boom! She built a thriving practice with thousands of followers on Instagram and even brought on associates. Imagine the freedom that kind of success gives you. Lindsey also created Solaceekers Collective, a supportive space for Betrayed Partners. Her passion, mixed with travel narratives, makes her not just a therapist, but a beacon of hope and transformation for her clients. It’s proof that pursuing your passion can serve others in profound ways. Whether you’re grappling with the complexities of licensing or craving other income streams for more travel freedom, Lindsey’s story is your roadmap. She’s balancing private practice, a booming social media presence, and, soon enough, hosting a retreat in Guatemala. The biggest takeaway? Don’t be afraid to showcase your unique lifestyle within your practice. Authenticity draws the right clients to you. Use your travels not just for personal growth but as an extension of the healing work you do with your clients.
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About Lindsay Haverslew: I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (from Canada) specializing in betrayal trauma recovery. I launched my private practice as a side gig to my agency job in January 2020. When everything went virtual with the pandemic, I began to see this as an opportunity to travel and work, and in January 2021 I took a leave of absence from my agency job, moved to Thailand for 10 months and have never looked back. I've really been on the move since then and have bounced around from place to place, returning to Thailand several times, as well as to Mexico, Colombia, England, Scotland, Laos and the U.S. I have learned I tend to get itchy feet around the 3 month mark somewhere and need to pack up and move again! For 3 years I had a challenging time filling my practice through traditional marketing like Psychology Today and a website, so I decided to do some research on marketing on Instagram. Within a few short months I was no longer accepting new clients and within one year I had hired 4 associates onto my team to keep up with requests. We are all 100% virtual and I am thrilled that I can create opportunities for other travelling therapists! I really enjoy using Instagram as a marketing tool as I find it to be an incredible creative outlet, and I absolutely love sharing what I have learned with others who are looking to build their caseloads using IG as well.
Connect with Lindsay: Website: https://www.lostandfoundcounselling.com/ Instagram: @the.betrayal.trauma.therapist
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| 19 Mar 2023 | 62. Journeying Through the Countryside: A Play Therapist's Guide to Exploring Rural Victoria, Australia with Rashidah Fido | 00:36:38 | |
Rashidah Fido have ten years of social work experience in a number of diversified settings such as a maternity ward, youth crime prevention and child and adolescent mental health.
She is a mental health accredited social worker, and have engaged in professional development in traditional talk therapies such as Action and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Learn to Play progarm and expressive therapies of sandplay and sandtray. Also, conduct social work supervision at all sites as well as online for early year social work practitioners (ie those that have up to 3 years of social work experience).
Rashidah began her own small business, Lionhearted Counselling, in August 2022. Lionhearted's Counselling focus is to integrate creativity into the therapy room. She work with children and young people from the ages of 9 to 21 and travel to the areas of Ballarat, Creswick and Maryborough.
The aim is to also travel out to do pop ups in different towns to advertise her business this summer and potentially workshops related to school attendance etc.
Connect with Rashidah: https://lionheartedcounselling.com/
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| 30 Jul 2023 | 81. Embracing Change: A Traveling Therapist's Journey to Self-Trust and Personal Growth with Intuitive Life Purpose Coach Nicole Holst | 00:43:22 | |
In this episode, I had an amazing conversation with my guest, Nicole Holst, who shared her thoughts on personal growth, self-trust, and the unique challenges faced by aspiring traveling therapists or anyone attempting to achieve a new lifestyle. Nicole stressed the importance of trusting oneself and expressed the joy she feels when she is able to assist others in making life-changing decisions.We discussed the many emails I receive from aspiring traveling therapists who feel stuck and yearn for the lifestyle that, I, and other nomadic therapists are living. Nicole acknowledged the obstacles that traveling therapists and entrepreneurs in general face, but she encourages us to heed our inner calling and overcome the obstacles.Nicole also emphasized the importance of positive thinking and the law of attraction, stating that what one focuses on becomes their reality. She mentioned the concept of quantum entanglement, suggesting that when energies match, they are drawn together, which is why certain people find their way to her content and Traveling Therapists serendipitously find this podcast.Nicole believes that those who desire a nomadic lifestyle are drawn to it for a reason and encourages you to follow your instincts. She acknowledges that the initial stages of such a lifestyle change can be challenging, but she assured my listeners that the eventual expansion of their life experience makes the effort worthwhile. This conversation was a great reminder of the power of positive thinking and the potential we all have to shape our own realities.Key points:
Connect with Nicole:
Book your free 30 min. coaching/consultation call with Nicole Join her supportive Facebook community for free weekly readings and monthly self-care workshops Check out Nicole's website to book a tarot reading and see coaching program details Free Soul Purpose Guide to get clear on next steps and manifest your wildest dreams!
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| 04 Sep 2022 | 36. Running an Online Group Practice From Anywhere and Traveling Along the Way with Lisa Lovelace | 00:37:16 | |
Lisa Lovelace is a therapist who, before 2012, didn’t offer online therapy. That’s when she began noticing the appeal of an online therapy practice and started doing online therapy. She was doing online therapy before it was such a big thing and so popular! Then, Lisa quickly added on a few colleagues and her practice grew significantly in the first three years alone! Synergy eTherapy was one of the first online therapy group practices in the United States. They provide high-quality mental health services in 16 states and are always hiring new clinicians to provide even more services in even more states. It isn’t easy. It isn’t quick. But, I know YOU can do this too! Lisa CAN HELP YOU BUILD, GROW, AND REFINE YOUR ONLINE THERAPY GROUP PRACTICE! Learn more here https://www.synergyetherapy.com/online-group-practice/
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| 14 Jan 2024 | 104. The Quebec Conundrum: The Challenge of Getting Licensed In Two Countries with Ally Rosenberg | 00:37:25 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym interviews Ally Rosenberg, a therapist specializing in women's mental health, who is exploring the possibility of living a traveling therapist lifestyle in Quebec. Ally's interest in this lifestyle stems from her partner's career flexibility and citizenship in Canada. Which allows them to consider living in different locations. She discusses her efforts to navigate the complexities of virtual therapy practice across borders, including understanding the specific licensure requirements in different regions.
Ally has been researching the legalities of cross-border virtual practice and has utilized resources like Person-Centered Tech trainings on this topic. She explains that state licensing boards regulate where the therapist can practice, usually requiring the therapist to be licensed in the state where the client is located. In Quebec, where Ally is considering practicing, the psychological order mandates licensure for outpatient work. She talks about the challenges she faces as she explores the possibility of working with a master's degree in Quebec.
One of the critical considerations for traveling therapists, as Ally notes, is managing high-acuity clients while abroad. She balances her work between community services and private clients to mitigate risks and gain experience. Ally also emphasizes the importance of having liability insurance coverage for cross-border practice, advising direct contact with insurers to understand international coverage specifics.
As for her future plans, Ally remains open to new connections and sharing insights about the process of practicing in Quebec. Her decision between France and Quebec will depend on her partner's job situation, which is expected to be finalized in June. She encourages listeners to reach out to her to discuss these topics further.
Key Points:
About Ally Rosenberg Ally is a therapist new to private practice and interested in experiencing an amazing career as a therapist while needing to move around for my partner's academic/research career. In her practice, she enjoy empowering women through life's challenges and finding a sense of liberation in their every day life. Ally use an integrative approach to treat ADHD, anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. And she is trained in DBT, CBT, MI, and ACT.
She is someone who really enjoys a wide array of skill sets throughout her week. So wherever she end up, she like to take on per diem work in emergency rooms, and run DBT skills groups at higher levels of care.
Connect with Ally: Email address: allyrosenberg@risewithrose.org
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| 11 Jun 2023 | 74. Unique Travel: Experiences with Trustedhousesitters.com, International Speaking and Teaching Around the World with Christy Jordan | 00:39:45 | |
In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Christy Jordan as our guest. Christy discusses her passion for empowering others in entrepreneurship. Christy also dives into the strategies she used to build a thriving practice that fosters her ability to travel and work. Lastly, Christy shares how she has used trustedhousesitters.com to support her love of travel. Tune in to this episode for an inspiring conversation with Christy and gain valuable insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, and community building.
Christy is a licensed mental health therapist, published author, addiction and trauma therapist, and coach. Christy has traveled to 15 countries in the past 6 months and has been to over 30 countries total as well as road-tripping the US while being a therapist. She has provided therapy while traveling being in private practice and also being a mental health first responder for mass shootings and traumatic events. Christy has used her skills as a therapist to provide classes in Africa, Mexico, and Colombia. Christy has a passion for human trafficking restoration also traveling to support human trafficking survivors' relocate and providing professional training for human trafficking awareness. Christy has reviewed 2 presidential awards for her services nationally and internationally from the President of the United States and the President of Mexico. While traveling Christy has written and developed therapy resources, journals, and books that are travel themed including Amazon Best Seller Single Sabbatical which has an interactive roadmap for self-development. Christy specializes in working with pilots, people who work in the travel industry, and nomads.
Professional Link: https://msha.ke/askchristy/?fbclid=PAAaYwSyIig1ux26rZTEGxd0EKJAflri9GmrizIgjpzj1nDHxDJIQLy6pBBOE
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| 24 Sep 2023 | 88. Behind TheraBundle: Tamara Howell on Creating a Resource Goldmine for Therapists | 00:27:37 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, host Kym welcomes back Tamara Howell for her second appearance on the show. Tamara, a therapist based in France with a rich background in creating courses, webinars, and coaching groups for therapists, shares the exciting details about TheraBundle, a collaborative project she hosts. The bundle, available from October 24th to 31st, 2023, brings together a plethora of resources from 80 to 100 contributors at an affordable price of $100. It aims to foster community and collaboration, offering a diverse range of products that cater to different niches and demographics. Tamara emphasizes the importance of building organic relationships and networking to grow your business and shares how TheraBundle is designed to offer a rich experience for contributors, encouraging them to promote each other and create a community that supports one another.
Kym shares her excitement about contributing to this year's bundle with her course on leveraging AI in private practice, focusing on clinical documentation and treatment plans. The course has already sold over 250 copies and aims to help therapists streamline their documentation process using AI. Tamara highlights the upcoming launch party on October 23rd, 2023, and will be introducing the new Bundle Study Club, a space for buyers to meet up post-purchase and discuss what they are learning, fostering a sense of community and accountability. For more details and to join the waitlist for TheraBundle, listeners can find the link in the show notes. Stay tuned for more enriching episodes from the Traveling Therapist podcast.
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| 25 Feb 2024 | 110. Navigating Life's Surprises: A Nomad's Guide to Flexibility, Minimalism, and Professional Evolution | 00:21:23 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym shares her latest nomadic adventures and reflections, highlighting the flexibility and challenges of a digital nomad lifestyle. Recently returning from a four-month stay in the Dominican Republic, Kym expresses her appreciation for the comforts of the U.S., from the ease of grocery shopping with food allergies to the simple pleasure of driving her car to Target. Her journey underscores the importance of adaptability, especially when unexpected family health issues arise, demonstrating the nomadic life's capacity to swiftly shift plans in response to life's unpredictable nature.
Kym delves into the logistical aspects of nomadism, from managing storage units to downsizing possessions, emphasizing the learning curve involved in living a minimalist lifestyle while on the move. She candidly discusses her struggle with hoarding clothes and the process of decluttering, offering insights into the emotional and practical challenges of maintaining a pared-down life. This episode also touches on exciting developments in Kym's professional life, from launching a new podcast focused on AI in private practice to partnering with innovative companies like Al, aimed at enhancing therapists' work, even when abroad. Kym's journey is a testament to the joy and complexity of blending travel, therapy, and entrepreneurship, inviting listeners to explore the vast possibilities of a mobile lifestyle while navigating its inherent unpredictability.
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| 14 May 2023 | 70. Utilizing AI for Efficient Travel Planning Navigating Unforeseen Changes- A Traveling Therapists Journey Continues | 00:25:17 | |
In this episode, I take you on a journey through my travels as a traveling therapist and share our experiences in Joshua Tree National Park and the hidden gem of a town, 29 Palms. Our adventures range from hiking breathtaking trails to immersing ourselves in the unique desert scenery, all the while savoring our time in a desert-themed Airbnb.
I also reveal my new secret weapon in our travel planning toolkit - ChatGPT, an AI tool that has significantly streamlined our itinerary planning. By inputting our preferences, we've been receiving daily travel plans that help us make the most of our exploration of national parks and other destinations. I share how this innovative technology helped us navigate the picturesque landscapes of Joshua Tree.
Lastly, I’m so excited to announce the launch of the Traveling Therapist membership that happened on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023. To celebrate, we're hosting a free preview week in our Facebook group with guest speakers, and prizes; including one free entry into our course and three months of free membership!
The Traveling Therapist membership offers monthly events, live meetups, expert training, and an exclusive Facebook group. Our initial months cover networking, remote working essentials, and mindfulness on the road.
Founding members can join now at an introductory rate of just $17.99/month. Don't miss this opportunity to become part of our traveling therapist community.
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| 24 Mar 2024 | 114. Elevate Your Entrepreneurial Game: Success Secrets from a Globe-Trotting Startup Founder with Adam Rosen | 00:33:51 | |
Adam Rosen's journey from a fresh college graduate to a seasoned entrepreneur and digital nomad reveals the multifaceted world of startups, business scalability, and the art of selling. His firsthand experiences, from adhering to a grueling work schedule in Boston to embracing the freedoms of a digital nomad lifestyle, underscore the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship.
Adam shares invaluable insights on building businesses with a sale in mind, the power of cold email outreach for lead generation, and practical advice for living affordably while roaming the globe. His approach to negotiating Airbnb stays, overcoming remote work challenges, and leveraging technology to streamline business operations offers a glimpse into the life of an entrepreneur unbound by location, constantly learning, adapting, and growing.
Adam Rosen, a world-traveling entrepreneur, sold his first tech startup in 2019. He now leads eocworks.com, helping startups get sales through cold email, and thenomadcloud.com, supporting entrepreneurs who want to explore the world.
Airbnb Discount Creator GPT Adam created. Check it out here. https://chat.openai.com/g/g-O36SMmQ8Q-travel-rental-negotiator
Key Points:
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| 01 Jan 2023 | 53. I Moved to France! Life as a Traveling Therapist living in the French Riviera with Victoria Stith | 00:47:01 | |
Victoria Stith is a licensed psychotherapist and coach, who specializes in anxiety issues and Mindfulness. She has overcome her own challenges with anxiety, which eventually enabled her to turn her dream of living and traveling in France into a reality. She values new experiences and the possibilities that come from embracing impermanence, uncertainty, and the present moment.
If you’d like to connect with her, reach out on Linked in or through her website at: https://victoriastith.com/
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| 28 May 2023 | 72. Navigating Substance Use Disorders as a Traveling Therapist: Expert Advice and Strategies for Client Support with Betsy Byler | 00:45:55 | |
In this episode, Kym and Betsy, an expert in working with clients who have substance use disorders, discuss the challenges therapists face when confronted with substance use issues and how to navigate these situations, particularly for traveling therapists.
Betsy provides guidance on when to refer clients to specialists and when therapists can utilize their existing therapeutic skills to continue to work with their clients even if they are working remotely. Betsy emphasizes the importance of open communication, non-judgmental attitudes, and normalizing discussions around substance use to build client trust. Betsy also offers a program to help therapists gain confidence in working with this population.
Betsy Byler, MA, LPC-SAS, ICS, LPCC is a mental health therapist, substance use counselor and clinical supervisor. After working on community mental health for 16 years, she moved into private practice in 2019 to continue seeing clients for treatment of trauma and substance use. In the fall of 2020 she launched a podcast called All Things Substance aimed at helping therapists gain the information they need to add substance use to their scope of practice. She has two grown daughters living nearby and lives in woods of NW Wisconsin with her husband and two cats.
Betsy Byler, MA, LPC-SAS, ICS, LPCC Mental Health Therapist, Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical Supervisor Host of the All Things Substance Podcast Betsy Byler - Podcast Host - All Things Substance Podcast | LinkedIn
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| 13 Aug 2023 | 83. Embracing Nomadic Living: A Journey from the Corporate World to Becoming a Full-Time Nomadic Travel Coach with Heather Markel | 00:36:27 | |
In this episode, I interview Heather Markel, who quit her corporate job to become a Travel Coach. She helps individuals transition into a nomadic lifestyle. Heather shares her journey from being a coach to becoming a full-time traveler, and how her experiences inspired her to help others embark on a similar path.
Heather talks about her background as a travel coach and how she made the leap into the world of full-time travel. She discusses the pivotal moment that led her to make this life-changing decision and the challenges she faced while adjusting to a nomadic lifestyle.
Heather delves deeper into the realities of full-time travel and the personal growth she experienced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of mindset and how addressing fears and mental barriers is crucial before tackling financial aspects. Heather also shares her insights into the dynamics of building relationships while traveling.
She delves into the practicalities of nomadic living, including dealing with rustic traveling issues such as dealing with insects and wildlife encounters. Heather shares her mindset shift to coexist with nature. She also discusses her travel coaching services, where she helps future and current travelers address mindset, finances, and logistics to successfully transition into a nomadic lifestyle.
Heather's unique journey and expertise offer valuable lessons for aspiring travelers seeking a similar lifestyle. Her emphasis on mindset and personalized coaching approach make her a valuable resource for those looking to embrace the freedom and adventure of full-time travel. To learn more about Heather and her coaching services, visit www.fulltimetravelcoach.com.
Heather Markel spent over 25 years stuck behind a desk in her corporate career. In 2017, she made a bold decision to quit her job and take a six-month career break to travel the world. Instead, she found a new way of life. Since that time, she’s been to 37 countries on six continents, including being marooned in New Zealand for two years during the pandemic. Six years later, she still has no permanent address.
Today, Heather is a New York Times featured Full Time Travel and Business Coach who works with professionals who want to start or sustain extended travel or work remotely while traveling. She’s a best-selling author and a TEDx speaker focused on the opportunities of full-time travel. She teaches her clients the mindset, money and mastery they need in order to achieve that lifestyle. Her mission is to help frustrated professionals seeking freedom, flexibility and fun to “ditch their desk and discover their destiny™” through full-time travel.
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| 06 Aug 2023 | 82. Relocating to Portugal: An Expats Journey, Tax Benefits & Dog Adventures! with Maggie Dickens | 00:58:55 | |
In this episode, Maggie Dickens shares her journey of moving to Portugal from the United States as a mental health professional. She highlights her reasons for choosing Portugal, including its lower cost of living, quality of life, and vibrant culture.
She emphasizes the importance of having a stable income and the process of meeting certain income requirements to move to portugal. Maggie delves into the intricacies of Portugal's immigration process, specifically the Non-Habitual Residency (NHR) program, which offers tax benefits for retirees and self-employed professionals and the process of applying for a D-7 visa.
She clarifies the necessary documents and financial requirements for the application. Maggie discusses the extensive documentation needed for her immigration application, especially for self-employed individuals like her. She also shares the challenges and expenses involved in relocating with her two dogs. Throughout her story, she encourages others to be assertive and well-prepared when navigating the bureaucratic processes of moving to another country.
Maggie Dickens is an Unapologetically Childfree Dog-Mom and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Texas. Maggie has worked solely online and recently moved to Lisbon, Portugal. With an extensive career as a mental health counselor, confidence coach, and community builder for the child free by choice & chance, she has broken free from societal expectations. She found true fulfillment through personal growth and the support of a strong network of childfree and childless women.
Maggie has faced the challenges of starting over in a foreign country while maintaining her thriving online counseling practice and hosting a Unapologetically Childfree Communities.
Maggie has been able to navigate moving from the US to Portugal including the complex visa and residency process, adjusting to a new language and culture, and managing financial and healthcare considerations in Portugal. Now, she passionately empowers other childfree women to find their uniqueness, build lasting friendships, and live life on their terms while fearlessly pursuing their dreams, no matter where they may lead.
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| 28 Aug 2022 | 35. Month 6 as a Digital Nomad: Skiing on Artificial Turf and an Excellent Wifi Solution | 00:20:43 | |
We have been to so many places in the last month!! The month started with a trip through Virginia to see our families. We went to Lynchburg, Williamsburg, Chesapeake and Richmond then on to West Virginia for a few weeks. We really are starting to feel the cost of these airbnbs. Yikes. Monthly rentals are starting to seem more appealing, price wise. We got to try skiing on artificial turf and I got to visit Niagra Falls for the first time! 💕
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| 16 Oct 2022 | 42. Financial Self-Care as a Traveling Therapist with Kaci Schmitt | 00:28:46 | |
Kaci Schmitt is a wealth-building mentor for therapists and the owner of Invested Therapist™. Outside of running Invested Therapist™, Kaci is a therapist in private practice who educated herself about personal finance, including investing for retirement and other financial goals. When she saw the impact learning about investing for retirement had on her own life, she created a second business to help other therapists go from feeling confused and overwhelmed by their finances to becoming confident, secure stewards of their money.
Kaci is launching a monthly membership program for therapists in the fall called the Financial Self-Care Membership. You can learn more about it at investedtherapist.co/membership and also join the Facebook group Kaci started, Financial Self-Care for Therapists https://www.facebook.com/groups/financialselfcare.
In this episode, Kaci talked about both of the things she's working on - as a therapist and as a coach. Enjoy this episode by tuning in!!
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“I also really believe that everyone gets to make their own decisions about what their business offerings are and how they want to work. But if you have something in you, that is saying, “I really have this message I want to share or I have something I want to teach”, there's so many different ways we can do that.”
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| 06 Nov 2022 | 45. Wintering In Florida - Planning for the Spring. Month 8 of Being a Digital Nomad. | 00:25:07 | |
We are spending the winter in Florida. A different airbnb on the beach every month. We opted for month to month since it’s such a huge discount to book that way. We’ve brought our second car back into the equation! What a relief to have so much space!! We are starting to discuss our Spring and Summer plans out west! So excited for what’s to come. I’ve been working on a number of projects and the big one, my new membership, will be open for enrollment for Black Friday with a great deal!
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| 18 Jun 2023 | 75. Exploring Challenges & Rewards of Solo Travel as a Telehealth Therapist: Insights on Integration, Connection & Self-Reflection with Kaylee Friedman | 00:41:33 | |
In this interview, Kaylee shares her experience as a solo traveler and the challenges and realizations she encountered along the way. Graduating just before the COVID-19 pandemic, she became an experienced online therapist, preferring the accessibility and flexibility it offers. However, her venture into solo travel brought unexpected self-reflection and loneliness. She discusses the importance of finding one's travel style and the need for connection, community, and grounding. The therapist also shares insights on integrating side hustles like yoga, Reiki, and coaching into her clinical work and building her own practice while navigating the complexities of being a digital nomad.
Kaylee is a licensed professional counselor specializing in relationship & sex therapy, alternative relationship styles such as polyamory and open relationships, and works with sexual minorities such as LGBTQ+ and BDSM/Kink clients. She works with therapy clients in NJ, coaches internationally, teaches mindfulness, and facilitates events in Los Angeles, CA where she lives.
Website: https://www.kayleerose.life/
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| 23 Oct 2022 | 43. We Moved to Las Tortugas We live between our Yacht and our Villa which is an Airbnb with Karin Hatch | 00:33:16 | |
Karin Hatch is married with two boys who both live away, one in England and one in Canada. She and her husband decided to relocate to Las Tortugas in a beautiful villa in Carriacou, another island north of Grenada in the Grenadines.
She is a Clinical Psychologist Applied Developmental Specialist and had her private practice for 28 years. Her niche population is 0-5 years but due to covid, she was unable to work virtually with that population. She rebranded and began to focus on teens and adults who could work virtually during Covid. She volunteered her services by offering a free 40 minute virtual session and did about 200 free sessions all over the world guiding people in countries as far as Bulgaria and Pakistan! She also offered discounted therapeutic packages.
Karin work with many different issues- anxiety, trauma, depression, sense of self, self esteem, child abuse, developmental problems, ADHD, learning problems, autism, sensory disorders, parenting issues, and social skills. She is eclectic in therapeutic modality mainly play, art and drama therapy as well as cognitive behavior and relational theories.
Together with her Psychologist friend, they started a coaching business and created Beyond The Waves.
The way she embraces her talents and flaws, especially her fears, is one of her greatest accomplishments and something she is most proud of. In this episode, Karin will discuss how she got her start in psychology and the path she is currently on.
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“I think that you have to believe in what you do, because when you see it working, you see change happening for the better.”
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| 17 Mar 2024 | 113. Finding Love Across Borders: Unraveling the Secrets of International Dating and Emotional Connection with Anna Linde | ||
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, Anna Linde, a seasoned international traveler and a sexologist, delves into the complexities of dating across borders and her profound insights into human sexuality. With a master's degree in sexology from Sweden and certifications as a sex coach and somatic sex educator, Anna's expertise offers a rich exploration of intimacy and relationships. She emphasizes the significance of understanding one's body and the embodiment of emotions like shame, fear, and guilt, which are pivotal in navigating sexual and intimate challenges. Anna's approach to therapy transcends traditional conversations, advocating for a holistic understanding of clients' experiences by connecting their emotional states to physical sensations in their bodies.
Anna's narrative extends beyond her professional endeavors, providing personal anecdotes and practical advice for those navigating the intricacies of international dating and relationships. Highlighting the importance of clarity and communication, she shares her own experience of finding a partner through a dating app designed for nomads, stressing the need to be upfront about one's desires and the lifestyle one wishes to lead. Anna also touches on cultural differences in dating norms and expectations, offering a perspective that challenges listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and desires. Her discussion underscores the dynamic and evolving nature of relationships, encouraging a continuous dialogue about needs, wants, and boundaries, whether in the context of traveling therapists or those living a nomadic lifestyle in pursuit of love and connection.
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ABOUT ANNA LINDE:
Swedish-Brazilian sexologist and Dance Movement therapist that loves to break free and outsmart the comfort zone. Traveled through Europe last year (mostly Portugal, Spain and Germany) with her sons, 13 & 10 y and their adopted dog Julia (from Spain). This year, Thailand and Asia, all together on another amazing journey.
Celebrating her finished thesis in sexology where she wrote about International Adoptees Sexual and Reproductive Health and she’s looking forward to new challenges.
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| 24 Dec 2023 | 101. Therapy on Turbocharge: Intensives for Deeper Healing and Work-Life Balance with Steffeny Feld | 00:31:52 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym speaks with Steffeny Feld, an EMDR therapist based in St. Louis, Missouri, about the concept of therapy intensives. Steffeny explains how she assists therapists in incorporating therapy intensives into their practices. These sessions allow for deeper, more focused work with clients. They are particularly effective for trauma, couples therapy, grief counseling, OCD, fears, and phobias. Steffeny also discusses the practical aspects of organizing intensives, such as pricing and compliance with insurance policies. She notes that intensives can be more financially rewarding for therapists, providing the freedom to work less while traveling and still maintain a significant income. Kym and Steffeny delve into the logistics of conducting intensives, the benefits for both clients and therapists, and the ways to adapt these sessions to the unique needs of traveling therapists.
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About Steffeny: Steffeny Feld is an EMDR Certified Therapist, Copywriter, and Creator of the Intensive Design Lab where she supports therapists to launch therapy intensives in private practice. She is passionate about guiding therapists to work less & earn more while helping clients heal. Steffeny is a native of California, but currently lives in St Louis with her husband and 3 year old son, Felix.
Website: www.kaleidoscopecounselingstl.com/idl Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/therapyintensivecommunity Youtube: www.youtube.com/@SteffenyFeld
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| 18 Dec 2022 | 51. Art Therapy Is… A Traveling Canadian Art Therapist Shares her Journey! with Jenn Seniuk | 00:39:18 | |
Jenn Seniuk is a Provisionally Registered Art Therapist, Certified Canadian Counsellor, founder of Belly Eye Art Therapy and Podcast host to: Art Therapy Is.
Jenn has been involved in Art Therapy for the past 7 years, both locally in Alberta Canada and Internationally: Africa, Australia, UK and USA. If you follow along on any of her social media pages, you might notice that she refers to herself as ‘The Traveling Art Therapist’. Travel + Art Therapy are two of her biggest passions in life and she will continue to blend both as she travels North America in her skoolie bus ‘Thelma’… once the renovation is complete!
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“I'm so passionate about travel. I'm so passionate about advocacy, or mental health. I'm so passionate about connecting to people globally.” - Jenn Seniuk
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| 28 Apr 2024 | 118. From State to State: A Therapist's Tale of Mobility, Military Life, and Professional Licensing with Vanessa Lech | 00:34:53 | |
In this podcast episode, we discuss Vanessa's diverse experiences ranging from her military background to her challenges and insights as a traveling therapist. Vanessa shares her transition from a traditional therapist to embracing a nomadic lifestyle, largely influenced by her and her husband's military relocations.
She delves into the difficulties of obtaining licensure across different states, a challenge exacerbated by her frequent moves, and shares her personal stories of adapting to various professional and personal environments. Vanessa's journey illuminates the intersection of military life and mental health practice, highlighting the unique challenges faced by military spouses in maintaining and transferring professional licenses.
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About Vanessa Lech:
Vanessa Lech is a highly skilled social worker who has assisted individuals across the United States. She brings expertise in various areas, including social work, the American legal system, and local communities.
Vanessa Lech is an Active Duty Military Veteran and an Active Duty Military Wife, born into a family with a proud history of serving in the U.S. Military. During her career as a social worker, she has traveled due to the military and her own independent choices.
She holds several credentials, including an N.C. license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW), a Master's of Science in Health Sciences with a Concentration in Public Health, and a Bachelor's of Science in Health Care Management.
Vanessa is passionate about sharing valuable information that can benefit individuals and society. She is devoted to supporting and empowering individuals of diverse backgrounds, ensuring their unique needs are addressed and their voices are heard. Her unwavering commitment to advancing social justice has earned her a reputation as a caring and impactful advocate for those in need.
Websites: https://womanmilitaryveteran.com/
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| 18 Sep 2022 | 38. Telehealth and Traveling with Dr. Abigail Hitchen | 00:39:29 | |
Dr. Abigail Hitchen is a licensed psychologist in California with a telehealth credential for Florida. She has Iowa roots but was mostly raised in Oregon, and spent the last ten years in Southern California.
She has a background in Latinx mental health and migration patterns and social justice and was involved in several projects at the San Diego/Tijuana border. She started 100% telehealth in 2019 (pre-pandemic) as a means of fulfilling a dream of spending longer bits of time traveling the world.
She now owns and runs a 100% telehealth, largely insurance based, private practice with one hired therapist and will be expanding to more coming soon. She just left Southern California and is back on the nomad trail for a bit before getting married and moving to Scotland later this year! Abbie is currently navigating how to run a mostly insurance-based practice while changing residency away from California.
She has been to 39 countries and counting, and apart from psychology, loves photography, wildlife, food and wine, learning languages, and meeting people from all around the world.
She is the owner and psychotherapist at Karuna Psychological Services, can find her at www.karunapsychologicalservices.com and therapist facing Instagram account where she documents her digital nomad travels and traveling therapist stories @nejmagoesnomad.
Today, she’s going to share her story and all the places she’s been and the places she’s going to go! Find out about it and enjoy this episode!
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| 10 Sep 2023 | 86. Exploring Dreams and Nomadic Entrepreneurship: From Corporate Sales to Dream Interpreter with Andrea Morrison | 00:48:42 | |
In this episode, Andrea shares her journey from a corporate job to becoming a digital nomad, virtual assistant, and a dream interpreter. She discusses her passion for travel and exploring different cultures, particularly her fascination with certain areas of Vietnam. She talks about her transition from a marketing role to diving into dream interpretation, sharing her "Dream Method" for enhancing dream recall and interpretation. Andrea highlights the significance of interpreting dreams and how it became a central aspect of her identity. She opens up about meeting her partner while teaching in Thailand and their shared journey as digital nomads. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes her commitment to helping others through dream interpretation, her virtual assistant services, and sharing her experiences as a nomadic entrepreneur.
Andrea Morrison is a Dream Guide & Business ‘Alchemist’, originally from Washington State, and now traveling the world. Andrea worked in a fast-paced TV station for over 8 years, living a glamorous life and confident she would live in Seattle forever. Then one day, an idea a popped in her head: travel to Bali. Her 2017 trip to Bali made her realize that there was so much more to life that needed to be experienced. So she took a leap of faith and quit her comfortable job to travel and develop her business. Every time she experienced a new culture, it was like she experienced a new part of herself. She has created her dream life and dream business - and now she’s guiding others to do the same. Her mission is to help people connect with their dreams, day and night.
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| 03 Sep 2023 | 85. The Nomadic Therapist: From Lake Tahoe to AI—Travel Tales & Pro Tips for the Modern Practitioner | 00:36:35 | |
In this episode, Kym takes listeners on a whirlwind tour of her recent travels across the U.S., sharing everything from the tranquil beauty of Lake Tahoe to the bustling energy of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Alongside her travel tales, Kym shares pro-tips for digital nomads, including the advantages of slow travel, staying in Airbnbs, and how to manage jury duty while on the move. In addition to her journey, she also delves into her various ventures, such as the Clinical AI Club and the Traveling Therapist Membership, offering a behind-the-scenes look at upcoming content designed to elevate the practice of he fellow therapists.
Whether you're an aspiring digital nomad, a seasoned traveler, or a therapist looking to modernize your practice, this episode is jam-packed with insights. Kym discusses her evolving travel itinerary, from hitting must-see national parks like Yellowstone to exploring hidden gems like Bend, Oregon. Amidst the travel chat, she highlights some upcoming features in her thriving online communities, including how to leverage AI in private practice and the importance of building multiple income streams for a more flexible lifestyle. Don't miss this episode full of travel inspiration and professional growth!
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| 04 Dec 2022 | 49. A Traveling Therapist Living in Galicia, Spain with Jessica Taylor Vara | 00:28:32 | |
Jessica Taylor Vara, LMFT, EMDR a fully Licensed and Certified EMDR Therapist in California and Florida. Moving to Spain only 4 months ago, she continues to maintain her private practice online, is becoming an EMDR Consultant, and is organizing therapeutic retreats for fellow therapists all while adjusting to life in another culture!
Healing her own traumas in EMDR Therapy while creating a life she loves; Jessica thrives to empower clients to do the same. She provides therapy for other therapists, millennials, and college students that supports slowing down and focusing on what's most important.
Practicing what she preaches, Jessica is reconnecting with her roots by living in her great grandparents’ home in a small coastal town in Galicia, Spain. Life now is very different from her busy life in California! Jessica is settling into the slower paced lifestyle by embracing a better balance between work and personal life.
Listen in to learn more about her journey and what life as a Traveling Therapist is like in Spain!
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| 18 Feb 2024 | 109. Navigating Life Transitions: How Travel Coaching Can Guide Your Next Steps with Sahara Rose De Vore | 00:27:55 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym introduces Sahara Rose De Vore, the innovative founder of the Travel Coach Network. Unlike traditional travel agents, Sahara and her network specialize in travel coaching, leveraging travel as a powerful tool for personal growth, transformation, and healing. Through the Travel Coach Certification Program, which is the world's first ICF-accredited program in this niche, Sahara trains individuals to help clients set meaningful intentions for their trips, ensuring travel serves as a catalyst for achieving their goals and experiencing profound life changes. This unique approach to travel is designed not just for the planning and booking phase but to deeply understand the 'why' behind each journey, allowing for truly transformative experiences.
Sahara shares compelling case examples of how travel coaching has aided individuals in navigating life's challenges, such as coping with loss or standing at a crossroads in their careers. Her network includes coaches specializing in various niches, emphasizing the multifaceted benefits of travel in promoting mental, emotional, and physical wellness. The episode beautifully illustrates how travel can be a strategic and intentional tool for self-discovery, confidence-building, and overcoming personal struggles, with Sahara herself detailing her journey through 84 countries and how travel profoundly impacted her life and career direction.
Sahara Rose De Vore is a Wellness Travel Coach and the Founder and CEO of The Travel Coach Network, a global community of travel coaches. Sahara went from broke college student to traveling to 84 countries solo to trailblazing a new path in the travel industry. She believes that there is more to a travel career than just blogging and booking trips and that the travel planning process is more than just a transaction. This led her to creating the world's first and only ICF accredited certification program for travel coaches. Sahara is a published author, global speaker, TEDx speaker, and has been in over 200 media outlets for her travel and business expertise including Forbes, Travel Weekly, Conde Nast Traveler, and CNN Travel. Sahara was also named one of 2023’s Most Influential Women in Travel by TravelPulse and will be appearing on Season 8 of Project Pitch It.
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| 07 Jan 2024 | 103. From Burnout to Enlightenment: A Therapist's Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago! with Christina Kantzavelos | 00:34:45 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym is joined by Christina Kantzavelos to delve into the profound experience of walking the Camino de Santiago. Christina shares her transformative journey on this ancient pilgrimage, highlighting the personal and spiritual growth she encountered along the way. Starting in 2015, she embarked on the Camino Frances route, a 500-mile trek from France to Spain, driven by both a quest for personal discovery and a break from her discontentment in hospital social work.
During her pilgrimage, Christina discovered her passion for travel writing and focused on the unique challenges of traveling with celiac disease. This led to the creation of her publication "BuenQamino," inspired by the common greeting among pilgrims. Christina's Camino experience was not just a physical journey but also a journey of self-discovery and reevaluation, leading her to pivot her professional life towards a path that truly resonated with her.
Christina P. Kantzavelos is a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) writer, artist, and citizen of the world, with a home-base in Joshua Tree, CA. She received her Bachelor’s and Master's of Social Welfare (MSW) from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and her Masters of Library and Information Sciences from San Jose California State University (SJSU).
She’s a first-generation college student, and third culture kid (TCK) holding dual citizenship in Greece/ the EU. She has visited over 35 different countries and documented most of it on social media. However, it was in completing the Camino de Santiago (500-mile pilgrimage across Spain) at the end of 2015, where she realized her strong affinity with writing. She decided to start BuenQamino, an Award-Winning, gluten-free and health-conscious lifestyle, and travel publication.
In her 100% remote clinical practice (@BeginWithinToday), she treats and is an advocate for those with chronic illness and C-PTSD, utilizing various modalities such as EMDR, CA, neural retraining, EFT and others. She recently published 'Begin Within - A Daily Healing Journal' (www.beginwithintoday.com) for those living life with chronic illness or other health-related challenges.
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| 14 Jul 2024 | 127. From Courtroom to Coastline: How One Therapist Turned His Passion for Travel Into a Thriving Remote Practice! with Paul Collette | 00:38:31 | |
In this episode, I converse with Paul Collette, a seasoned college professor and therapist who seamlessly integrates his passion for travel with his professional life. Throughout our conversation, Paul shares his transformative journey from a traditional therapy setting to adopting a lifestyle that combines his love for travel and his commitment to providing mental health support. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of moving his practice online, which COVID-19 significantly catalyzed, and how this shift has allowed him to maintain a flexible lifestyle, traveling extensively with his family while continuing to serve his clients effectively.
I delve into the specifics of managing a traveling therapy practice with Paul, including the importance of reliable internet connectivity and the selection of suitable environments for work while abroad. He emphasizes the value of understanding local resources and maintaining professional integrity, especially when dealing with clients across different states. Our conversation also touches on the broader implications of remote work, including the need to navigate licensing and regulatory challenges across jurisdictions. Paul's narrative is not just about balancing work and travel; it's a testament to the evolving landscape of therapy where digital nomadism and professional practice converge.
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About Paul Collette:
Paul Collette is a retired federal probation officer, ex-military and current therapist (specializing in addiction counseling and co-occurring disorders) and full-time college professor. He devoted a significant portion of his career to the supervision of federal sexual offenders. Paul have many interesting stories to share as well my own personal experience with PTSD with that offender population and being exposed to child pornography and that particular offender population. After retirement, pivoted into the personal counseling space and opened his own private practice serving men in recovery. For the past two years, he spent summers in Mexico with his wife and two young children navigating running his practice remotely. Paul’s LinkedIn profile has additional information about my professional background.
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| 26 Nov 2023 | 97. Global Therapy Journeys: Navigating Licenses, Cultures, and the Digital Nomad Life with Juanita Dimas | 00:36:22 | |
In this insightful episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym sits down with Dr. Juanita Dimas, a globe-trotting therapist, to explore the intricacies of providing online therapy across the world. Juanita shares her journey of growing up internationally, obtaining licensure in various countries, and her experiences working with diverse populations.
Juanita delves into the complexities of becoming licensed as a psychologist in Costa Rica, highlighting the extensive paperwork and the need for degree recognition in different countries. She also notes the restrictions in some countries where only psychologists are authorized to practice therapy.
Kym and Juanita discuss the pros and cons of a nomadic lifestyle for therapists. They touch upon crucial aspects like residency visas, financial considerations, and the challenges of maintaining stability and support networks while on the move. They emphasize the unique needs and concerns of individuals adopting this lifestyle.
The conversation shifts to the challenges and benefits of being a digital nomad therapist. Building a community and understanding the legalities and complexities of practicing therapy in different jurisdictions are key topics. They stress the importance of being well-informed and prepared before embracing this lifestyle.
Juanita and Kym also address the practical challenges of working in various countries, such as internet and power issues, and the importance of understanding and adapting to cultural nuances in new environments.
This episode provides a comprehensive look into the life of a traveling therapist, offering valuable insights and advice for those considering or currently navigating this unique and rewarding professional path.
About Juanita Dimas:
Juanita Dimas, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist in California for over 20 years, and offering online psychotherapy since 2016. She can see you if you are in California or in many countries in the world via online psychotherapy.
She is originally from the U.S., and having lived abroad for many years as a child and an adult, 3 different countries for 11 years. She is also bilingual (Spanish) and bicultural.
In addition to working with adults of all ages, Juanita specialize in working with diverse populations, including World Travelers.
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| 31 Dec 2023 | 102. Breaking the Mold: How Katrina McGhee Wrote the Ultimate Guide for Career Pauses | 00:28:58 | |
In this episode of "The Traveling Therapist" podcast, Kym interviews Katrina McGhee, a career break and sabbatical coach. Katrina shares her unique journey of becoming a published author with the "For Dummies" series. She talks about her new book, "Taking a Career Break for Dummies," and explains how it guides individuals through the process of taking a break from their careers.
The discussion covers the unexpected opportunity of being approached by a publisher, the challenges of writing the book, and the importance of an authentic online presence. Katrina also emphasizes the value of taking people along on your journey through regular updates and sharing both the highs and lows of the process. The conversation highlights the impact and importance of taking breaks for personal growth and how it can lead to unexpected opportunities and self-discovery.
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About Katrina McGhee:
Katrina McGhee is a career break and sabbatical expert, author, speaker and certified master coach with an MBA. With her wealth of knowledge and experience, Katrina helps mid-career professionals design transformative life breaks that lead to happiness, personal growth and lasting change.
As an authority in her field, Katrina developed the Break Blueprint, a guiding framework she's used to help over 70 clients rejuvenate their lives by taking a break to travel the world, launch a business, change careers and more.
Katrina's work was inspired by her own 20-month career break where she saved $40,000 in just 18 months to quit her corporate job to travel the world. As an avid world traveler and digital nomad, her expertise on career breaks and travel has been featured in prestigious outlets such as Forbes, Smarter Travel, Thrive Global, and Yahoo.
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| 13 Nov 2022 | 46. A Year in a Travel Trailer! The Rambling Rumbaugh's Family of 4 with James and Liz Rumbaugh | 00:43:07 | |
James Rumbaugh resigned from the school system on June 30th and opened up his full-time private practice on July 1st. The Rumbaugh's Family hit the road on Sept 1st just the 4 of them, James, his wife Liz, and two boys in a travel trailer for a year.
In this episode, James and Liz Rumbaugh will discuss about themselves and share a bit about their relationship. Liz will discuss how it is going for her, particularly her move into virtual schooling, and James will discuss how he went from being just your standard therapist or traveling therapist. Check out this episode to learn more about their journey!
“You don't really understand what you don't need and what you do need until you're out there. Maybe that's what the message is for the listeners, you only need what you need.”
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| 01 Oct 2023 | 89. Therapy Across Borders: Navigating Practice and Perspective with Romel Santiago in Colombia | 00:34:48 | |
In this episode, we delve deep into the personal and professional journey of Romel Santiago, a therapist specializing in trauma and sex therapy. Romel shares his transformative journey of relocating to Colombia and navigating the intricate process of becoming a licensed therapist there. He recounts the bureaucratic hurdles encountered, including the apostille process and engaging with various government agencies. Despite the challenges, Santiago emphasizes the opportunities and unique experiences that Colombia offers, including a fresh perspective on therapy practices, which starkly contrast with those in the US.
As the conversation unfolds, Santiago offers rich insight into the therapy landscape in Colombia, highlighting both the limitations and the avenues it opens up for practitioners. He shares his strategy for building a practice in Colombia and leveraging his niche to serve specific communities effectively. Santiago also imparts invaluable advice to aspiring therapists considering practicing in a different country, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and finding one's niche. Join us for an episode filled with laughter, learning, and the spirit of adventure, as we explore the road less traveled in the world of therapy with Romel Santiago.
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| 29 Jan 2023 | 56. One Week Each Year - Curated Experiences for Traveling Professional Women with Ruthie Kalai | 00:36:41 | |
Ruthie Kalai, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She has always loved helping others. Her passion for working with people in their 20s and 30s stems from years of working with children and adolescents in schools. She has helped students find their path into adulthood and sees her current work as a continuation of offering that guidance and support. Previous clients describe her as very kind, empathetic, non-judgmental, and caring. Counseling is in her blood, it's all she has ever done, and feels as passionate about it today as she did when she started.
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| 23 Apr 2023 | 67. How to Reverse Engineer Your Life to Achieve Your Travel Goals and Build a Thriving Practice with Ken Donaldson | 00:47:11 | |
Ken Donaldson is an experienced counselor, coach, trainer, and educator. He specializes in helping people who’ve struggled with depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma, build healthy relationships, overcome addictive behaviors, and create positive change.
While building his private practice, he taught general psychology and abnormal psychology as an adjunct professor and later on became a president of the local coaching chapter for three years. Ken aimed to educate his clients, their families, and the local community about core issues and questions that bring people to therapy.
He self-publish the book and workbook Marry Your Self First! Say “I DO” to a Life of Passion, Power, Purpose, and Prosperity. Followed by two eBooks: We Are All Addicts: The Epidemic of Hidden Addictions and 7 Steps of Recovery and Creating the Anti-Addiction Life and Why the Hell Am I Feeling This Way? Men And The Dreaded "D" Word: The Male Depression Syndrome.
Equiped with long list of professional credentials, he also trained and coached organizational and corporate leadership teams to develop maximum human performance, improve stress management, build healthier workplaces, and create work-life balance.
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| 02 Jul 2023 | 77. Managing Chronic Illnesses and While Traveling: Essential Tips and Advice with Jasmine Mastrolia | 00:38:28 | |
Jasmine Mastrolia is a digital marketing professional, world traveler, and animal lover. She focuses on bringing businesses together with the community, using organic tactics to build lasting relationships and customer loyalty. Her varied work history allows her unique insight into boosting engagement and creating valuable content because she knows people can frequent the most convenient businesses or they can be loyal to yours, knowing they’ll be well taken care of.
Jasmine summarizes her journey with traveling with her mother who has a chronic severe illness. She discusses managing chronic illnesses while traveling in Europe requires careful planning and preparation. She highlights several key points listed here. It is important to research the healthcare systems, access to medications, and healthcare facilities in the countries you plan to visit. Consult with your healthcare provider beforehand and ensure you have an adequate supply of medications and necessary documentation. Consider obtaining travel insurance that covers pre-existing conditions and carries important medical documents. Be mindful of language barriers and pace yourself while prioritizing self-care. Take precautions to maintain your overall health, seek support from local communities, and adapt your travel plans to accommodate your health needs.
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| 03 Mar 2024 | 111. From Therapy Rooms to Global Vistas: How One Therapist Redefined Professional Boundaries Honoring Her Ancestry Along the Way with Cynthia Welsh | 00:31:26 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, we had the pleasure of hearing from Cynthia Welsh, a therapist whose journey from traditional practice to globetrotting professional embodies the spirit of adaptation and innovation in the modern world of therapy. Cynthia's story illuminates the transformative power of technology, specifically the advent of Zoom during the pandemic, which opened up a realm of possibilities for therapists to work remotely, thus marrying their passion for travel with their professional commitments. Her narrative is a testament to the evolving landscape of therapy, where geographical boundaries are becoming increasingly irrelevant, allowing for a more flexible and enriched lifestyle without compromising the quality of care provided to clients.
Cynthia also shares insights into her personal motivations, drawing from a rich family history that spans continents, and her father's unfulfilled dreams of travel. This deeply personal element adds a layer of authenticity and passion to her professional endeavors. Her approach is not just about offering therapy from any corner of the world but also about creating a fulfilling life that honors her heritage and personal values. Through initiatives like hosting retreats for overworked women and offering specialized CEU training courses, Cynthia is broadening her impact, helping others find balance and rejuvenation, and equipping fellow professionals with the tools to navigate the demands of their vocation more effectively.
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Cynthia started life as a child of immigrants who, due to financial constraints, weren't able to travel as much as they would have liked. After losing her father at a young age (he was 56, she was 23) She decidedI she needed to start seeing the world and not wait for later! Her mother started to travel to all of the places she and Cynthia’s father wanted to see. She decided she would honor him, and now them, in the same way. By living life, seeing the world, and sharing it with her family. In her adulthood she has visited over 20 countries on 3 continents. During the pandemic, with the availability of telehealth therapy, she started to figure out how to make travel and work blend together. She left her agency job where she had been a Director for over a decade and started her private practice. She traveled and worked from all over the US and abroad when traveling became possible again. In the last year, She has focused on beginning to run domestic and international retreats for "The Overworked Woman" and turning burnout to living life. She is an excellent travel planner and considers all contingencies. She is in the process of planning trainings in family therapy and mindfulness to incorporate another part of herself as a clinician and as a traveler. Finally, and with great excitement, she is working on getting her Spanish citizenship through ancestry! She is planning to move to Spain for part of the year once her children are out of college in just a few years. Then, the expat life is the full retirement plan for the future.
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| 21 Apr 2024 | 117. Ketamine, EMDR, and Fly Fishing: How to blend Therapy with Adventure! with Maggie Kelly | 00:32:21 | |
In a casual and engaging episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Maggie Kelly discusses her transition from traditional therapy to a traveling therapist lifestyle, emphasizing the integration of her passions into her professional life. Maggie graduated with a focus on foster care and simultaneously built a virtual private practice, which allowed her the flexibility to travel and work remotely. Her current practice includes offering EMDR intensive sessions and ketamine-assisted therapy, adapting her schedule to maintain a balance between work and leisure activities like fly fishing.
Maggie shares insights on managing a therapy practice across different locations, focusing on logistical aspects such as maintaining a reliable internet connection and adapting to various time zones. She leverages a co-working space in Boulder for both a professional environment and networking opportunities, enhancing her practice's flexibility. Maggie's approach illustrates a modern way to blend personal interests and professional commitments, showcasing the potential for therapists to design a fulfilling and dynamic career and lifestyle.
Key Points: ● Maggie Kelly has transitioned from traditional therapy to a traveling therapist, utilizing virtual sessions to maintain her practice while traveling. ● She integrates EMDR and ketamine-assisted therapy into her practice, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and strong logistical planning. ● Maggie uses co-working spaces to manage her practice effectively while enjoying the travel aspect of her lifestyle, proving the feasibility of maintaining a professional career alongside personal passions.
About Maggie Kelly
Maggie Kelly LPCC is a virtual private practice therapist in Colorado specializing in EMDR Intensives, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. She conducts virtual sessions & intensives from various locations, including Guatemala, Mexico, and across US while pursuing her love of fly fishing, hiking, and hot springs. Maggie is committed to helping clients navigate their healing journeys with innovative, accessible mental health support while enjoying the fruits of a digital nomad lifestyle.
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| 02 Oct 2022 | 40. Month 8 as a Digital Nomad, 3 States, and 1 incredible journey through Northeastern United States | 00:36:33 | |
We've been on the road for eight months now, and we've seen some amazing sights! We just finished up a trip to Niagra Falls, and it was incredible. The power and beauty of those falls are truly awe-inspiring.
But that wasn't our only stop on this trip. We also visited Vermont and Maine, both of which were beautiful in their own ways. And now we're in the Poconos, which is definitely one of the most relaxing places we've been to yet.
Of course, along the way we've learned a lot about Airbnb. (In case you didn't know, they can be quite tricky!) We almost ran out of gas in the middle of nowhere Vermont, but thankfully we made it to the next town in time. And we rented electric bikes for the first time while in Maine...which was WAY better than using regular bikes! Haha.
I'm continuing my entrepreneurial journey and have two major projects right now. One is hosting a webinar called "Don't Panic: How to survive a rigorous insurance audit" with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani. She's an expert on the topic and I know her webinar will be packed with valuable information.
The second project is the "Nitty Gritty of Multi-state Private Practice Extension" course with Dr. Lisa Lovelace. Here's a free webinar we created around this topic if you're interested in this topic. Lisa is an amazing speaker and I know this webinar will be packed with useful information for private practice owners who are looking to expand their business into multiple states.
Both of these projects are really exciting and I can't wait to share them with you!!
I hope you enjoy this episode!
Links in this episode:
"Don't Panic: How to survive a rigorous insurance audit"
Free webinar we created about Multi-State Online Practices
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| 19 May 2024 | 120. Finding Harmony: Managing Career and Special Needs Caregiving! with Eleni Paris | 00:23:32 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist, Eleni Paris shares her transformative journey from a traditional therapist to embracing a fully online practice. This shift was significantly motivated by the need to better accommodate the demanding care for her special needs daughter. Eleni discusses the profound impact this change has had on her personal and professional life, offering insights into how she balances her career with her caregiving responsibilities. She highlights the importance of flexibility in her work schedule, which allows her to be there for her daughter while continuing to pursue her passion for therapy.
Key Points
About Eleni Paris:
Eleni is a licensed marriage and family therapist in the Tampa Bay area with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, both from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She has over 20 years of professional experience, including clinical work, workshop and seminar presentations, discussion and support groups, writing contributions, collaborative work with various health professionals, and wellness coaching. Eleni is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and have been published in the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy.
She is married and have two daughters, one with developmental disabilities. As a stay-at-home mom during her girls' childhood, she was faced with an abundance of commitments, in terms of helping her special needs daughter, and providing the ongoing support needed for both of her daughters. Parenting a special needs child and navigating the unique challenges involved, in combination with her professional background, has enabled her to help others gain the essential skills and tools that are needed in stressful life situations to cope, heal, and grow.
Ironically, Eleni’s Master's thesis and the JMFT publication were about the interplay between our personal and professional worlds and how one positively influences the other. She know she’s at this particular juncture as an entrepreneur and relationship therapist (a dream come true) due to her family journey as a special needs parent. After taking ample time to navigate the special needs world and tend to her family in ways she could not imagine, and reentering the workforce as a Y coach at the YMCA, she was led back to her passion as a relationship therapist and expanded upon this dream by becoming an entrepreneur. Eleni’s travel includes visiting family in a different state where she can continue working, which has added such rich elements to her career. She truly feel blessed to be at this exact moment of her personal and professional stage of life!
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| 05 Nov 2023 | 94. Road Warriors to World Wanderers: A Digital Nomad Family's Transition from RV Living to Full-Time International Travel with Addie Wieland | 00:30:57 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, the guest is Addie Wieland, a digital nomad who travels full-time in an RV with her family.
Addie shares that they plan to sell their RV soon and transition to international travel, starting with some trips in Central America and Greece. Their goal is to spend a couple of years traveling in Southeast Asia, and eventually live on a boat.
She talks about pivoting her coaching business from working with female attorneys to specifically supporting digital nomads and traveling families. This aligns more closely with her own lifestyle and experiences.
Addie previews an upcoming webinar she's presenting and I’m co-hosting on how families can thrive while traveling full-time. She'll share tips on logistics, routines, mental wellness, finding personal time, and more.
Addie also discusses where people can find her on social media to connect about coaching for traveling families looking to navigate this lifestyle.
Check out our upcoming webinar, How to Thrive as a Digital Nomad Family & Not Lose Your Sanity, presented by Addie Wieland, Traveling Therapist Coach, will offer actionable tips to make sure everyone's needs are met—even in the coziest of spaces.
About Addie Wieland:
Addie Wieland is a LCSW in texas. Her expertise, training, and interest are working with young adults who feel worthless, struggle with being themselves, apologize all the time, struggle with anxiety, or feel like they have to put on this mask in order for people to accept them. A lot of times, this can be connected to past experiences. She help people work through their past so they can be at peace, accept all parts of their story, and live in the present.
In June of 2019, she started Everyday Bravery Counseling while working at a college counseling center. She began seeing clients online. In August of 2019, her husband, and young daughter set off on their first RV adventure traveling through several states. Now, she travel off and on in their fifth wheel with her husband, 3-year-old daughter, and 9-month-old son, while being an online therapist.
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| 05 Feb 2023 | 57. How Following Your Joy and Passion Can Lead To Additional Streams of Income with Megan Smith Gunnell | 00:33:13 | |
Megan Smith Gunnell is the Founder & Director of the Thriving Well Institute, psychotherapist, speaker, writer, international retreat leader with 24 years experience. She’s also a coach to therapists who want to learn how to build and scale their business and admin of the Thriving Therapists FB group with almost 17,000 members. Megan was selected as one of only 33 FB community admins in all of North America for the prestigious Meta Community Accelerator Award for 2022-2023. She has presented and facilitated workshops and retreats globally and nationwide. She manages a private practice, a group practice, her coaching and consulting business and loves to help others learn how to thrive at work and at home! A recovering perfectionist and recklessly brave, she's not afraid of most challenges.
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| 02 Apr 2023 | 64. Travel Smarter, Earn More: Ultimate Guide to Exploring New Destinations and Generating Income on the Go with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani | 00:34:43 | |
Gabrielle Juliano-Villani is a licensed clinical social worker, consultant, coach, entrepreneur and educator based in Sarasota, Fl. She has been in the mental health field for over a decade specializing in stress, chronic health conditions, and trauma. After realizing her own burnout in 2021, she sold her thriving group practice and made it her mission to educate others on the impact stress has on our everyday lives. Gabrielle pulls from her experience as an EMDR and Polyvagal Informed therapist to utilize mind/body approaches to help others implement everyday strategies to manage stress and live their best lives. Gabrielle is an executive coach for the SBA THRIVE program, international speaker, retreat leader, and has been featured in Authority Magazine, The Daily Om, Bustle, and the Everyday Woman TV Network. When she's not working, Gabrielle is teaching Zumba, surfing, or reading a psychological thriller at the beach
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Connect with Gabrielle: https://gabriellejulianovillani.com/ https://www.medicareconsultingfortherapists.com/ youtube.com/gabriellejulianovillani tiktok.com/@gabriellejulianovillani https://www.facebook.com/groups/createanabundantgrouppractice https://www.facebook.com/groups/medicareconsulting https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellejulianovillani/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/GJVconsulting?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1428939966
Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.
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| 21 Jul 2024 | 128. From Ashes to Adventure: Losing Everything in a Fire Opens Doors to a Nomadic Lifestyle with Tristan McBain | 00:35:38 | |
Join us in this inspirational episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, where Tristan McBain shares her compelling journey from a conventional lifestyle to full-time nomadism. Following a series of transformative experiences, including a pivotal apartment fire, Tristan discovered that true fulfillment comes from within. She now travels the world while managing a virtual therapy practice and coaching other therapists on how to embrace a nomadic lifestyle. Discover how Tristan navigates the challenges and joys of living on the road, maintaining a relationship dynamic that allows for independent travel, and setting up a travel-friendly therapy practice.
Key Points:
About Tristan McBain: I am a full-time traveling nomadic therapist and coach. I had just graduated with my PhD and was on a national job search when the pandemic hit. My life as I knew it changed but I eventually saw there was an opportunity to build toward something I wanted even more. At the end of 2021 I left my home state to begin traveling full time. I eventually started my own virtual private practice, where I specialize in couples and sex therapy, and just recently started my journey into coaching for digital nomads.
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| 26 Mar 2023 | 63. Nomadic Notes: Mastering Remote Workspaces & Wi-Fi Challenges for Traveling Therapists [Listener Question Series] | 00:28:53 | |
On this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, I dive into alternative workspaces for therapists on the go, digital nomads, or those looking for a change of scenery. Based on a listener request from Bridget H, I discuss how to find reliable places to work outside your home, including working in your car without killing your battery. I also touch on the importance of wifi for remote work and how to manage HIPAA privacy considerations while traveling. I share my recent experience with a problematic wifi situation and the importance of verifying internet connectivity before booking accommodations. This episode is packed with valuable insights and advice for those working remotely and maintaining a successful practice while on the move. Thanks for listening!
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Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.
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| 07 Jul 2024 | 126. Master the Art of Living Overseas: Dr. Ciji Blue's Insights on Expat Adjustment | 00:27:36 | |
In this captivating episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ciji Blue, a seasoned therapist and military contractor living in Sicily, to delve into the intricacies of transitioning from a traditional therapy role to embracing a globe-trotting lifestyle. Dr. Blue shares her personal and professional journey, detailing her initial move from community mental health in North Carolina to working with military families abroad, which kickstarted her decade-long adventure across various continents. The conversation explores the unique challenges and adjustments expats face, particularly when moving with a military spouse, and how these experiences shape both personal and professional growth.
Dr. Blue discusses the logistical and emotional aspects of living overseas, such as dealing with local infrastructure issues, cultural adjustments, and the profound sense of community found in expat environments. She provides insights into the professional pathways for therapists wishing to work internationally, emphasizing the importance of understanding local regulations and leveraging opportunities with contracting companies that cater to military and expat communities. The podcast sheds light on the crucial support systems necessary for expats and military families to thrive in foreign countries, highlighting Dr. Blue's role in facilitating these transitions through her coaching and therapeutic work.
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About Dr. Ciji Blue:
Dr. Ciji L. Blue is a licensed psychotherapist who nourishes her soul with pure adventure, travel, and curiosity. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Dr. Ciji has lived and practiced across three continents since 2014, and visited over 30+ countries. From volunteering with Syrian refugees to bringing culturally competent care to expats in Tokyo, Dr. Ciji welcomes the chance to learn. In her various roles, Dr. Ciji helps expats with cross cultural adjustment issues and international military families and service members adjust to their new normal. Dr. Ciji hopes to continue to break societal expectations while highlighting the expansive field of social work.
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| 08 Jan 2023 | 54. Travel Hacking 101 with Curt Widhalm | 00:31:29 | |
Curt Widhalm is in private practice in the Los Angeles area. He is the co-host for The Modern Therapist’s Survival Guide podcast, cofounder of the Therapy Reimagined conference, an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University, a former Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, former CFO for the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and a loving husband and father. In the past, he worked in elementary and middle schools and provided in-depth training to parents of kids with developmental delays in their homes.
Curt is 1/2 great person, 1/2 provocateur, and 1/2 geek, in that order. He dabbles in the dark art of making “dad jokes” and usually has a half-empty cup of coffee somewhere nearby.
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A Big Thank You to our Sponsor, Alma! As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance based private practice, consider joining Alma get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurances and focus on what matters most delivering high quality care to your clients.
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| 25 Aug 2024 | 132. Escape the 9-5: How Two Therapists Transformed Their Lives with Travel and Tech! | Amity Cooper | 00:33:24 | |
In this episode, Amity Cooper and Kym Tolson dive into the depths of transforming their therapy practices through technology and a digital nomad lifestyle. Both therapists share their journeys, from overcoming initial pandemic disruptions to fully embracing remote work that allows for extensive travel and greater work-life alignment. The discussion pivots to the transformative use of new tech tools. They emphasize the critical role of personal development and proactive learning in adapting to technological advances, positioning themselves not just as therapists but as pioneering entrepreneurs in the mental health field. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to blend their professional endeavors with personal aspirations, especially in the evolving landscape of mental health services and AI Key Points:
About Amity Cooper: Amity Cooper is a seasoned entrepreneur, trained mental health professional, and entrepreneurial coach. For over 20 years, Amity has run a variety of businesses, from designing handbags to making and manufacturing gourmet chocolates, which has given her the knowledge and experience to help others start and run their own businesses. Now, as a trained therapist, equine-assisted psychotherapist, and Lifebook facilitator, she is focused on empowering other mental and behavioral health professionals to serve their clients without burning themselves out by becoming what she calls “therapreneurs.” She does this through her professional development company Clinical Career Collective (C3) and her Do This First 7-Day Bootcamp by not only teaching therapreneurs how to run their own businesses, but also how to embrace new, emerging technology in this post-pandemic world so they can better help the people they serve. Amity hosted the virtual event Virtually Unlimited… The Healing Entrepreneurship Summit (with Mike Michalowicz as the keynote speaker) where she and other professionals spoke about the advantages of adapting new technologies for a modern mental health practice. A lover of travel, Amity splits her time between Denver, Colorado and San Diego, California with her husband, two kids, two horses, and their English Shepherd, Beau.
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| 05 May 2024 | 119. The Secret Struggles of a Therapist Living Abroad: Time Zones, Visas, and More! with Allyson Clemmons. | 00:30:37 | |
In this enlightening episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, we're joined by Allyson Clemmons, who shares her intriguing journey from being a traditional therapist in the U.S. to embracing a nomadic lifestyle across Europe. Starting her new life initially in Greece due to a combination of love and a longstanding desire to live overseas, Allyson navigates the complexities of different visa regulations and cultural adjustments. Her move to Albania presents new opportunities and insights into the practicalities of living and working abroad as a digital nomad. Allyson's experiences highlight the nuances of adjusting to local customs, managing accommodations that align with tourist seasons, and transitioning through various countries while maintaining a sense of home and professional stability.
Allyson also delves into the challenges of managing a therapy practice across significant time zone differences, illustrating the logistical hurdles of aligning her schedule with clients back in the U.S. She discusses strategic decisions about licensing and client management that have facilitated smoother operations of her practice. Looking forward, Allyson contemplates potential moves to either Thailand or Argentina, weighing the impacts on her professional and personal life. Additionally, she offers valuable advice to other therapists considering a similar path, focusing on marketing strategies for private practices and navigating international regulations. Her journey underscores the importance of flexibility, preparation, and resilience in the life of a traveling therapist.
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About Allyson Clemmons:
I am a licensed therapist and private practice marketing strategist for modality-based therapists and practitioners, holistic healers, and complementary/alternative medicine providers.
I help my clients learn and master the marketing skills necessary to be able to fill their caseloads with private-pay clients so that they can leave behind the hassle and headache of being in-network with insurance companies, see fewer than 12 clients/week, and achieve time, money, and location freedom.
I do this through teaching my clients how to find and speak to the type of client they’d love to fill their entire caseload with — without having to dance on TikTok or use bro-marketing strategies.
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| 09 Jul 2023 | 78. Maximize Your Savings with Effective Travel Budgeting: Your Guide to Flexible Destinations and Deal-Hunting with Shelly Blancq (Part 1) | 00:21:22 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, the host welcomes guest Shelly Blanc, a teacher, and co-founder of a travel company who has successfully mastered the art of traveling extensively on a modest income. This is a two-part series! Shelly underscores her belief that financial constraints should not limit the desire to travel and shares her experiences of traveling internationally three times a year and domestically monthly. This narrative challenges the common notion that substantial travel is beyond reach for individuals like therapists, often believed to lack the financial resources to explore the world.
The conversation takes a practical turn as Shelly unveils her budgeting advice for those relying on cash rather than travel points or miles. Her primary tip is flexibility with destinations, urging travelers to prioritize deals over specific locations. By utilizing resources like Scott's Cheap Flights, planning travel dates in advance, and being open to unexpected locales, Shelly believes travel enthusiasts can explore the world economically. This approach has led her to rewarding experiences in unplanned destinations such as Paris and Portugal. Alongside this, she suggests a budgeting strategy where 30-40% of the budget is set aside for the plane ticket, which travelers can wait to purchase when suitable deals arise. Shelly also shares additional tips for finding cheap flights, such as using Sky Scanner or Google Flights and inputting only the departure airport to discover the cheapest options.
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About Shelly Blancq
Shelly is a travel expert with one eye always on the budget. She and her husband take multiple international and domestic trips a year- all on teachers’ salaries. She is committed to finding the best ways to spend your travel budget and hack your way to free flights, upgraded hotel rooms, and fancy rental cars so you can spend money on what matters most- the experiences.
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| 29 Oct 2023 | 93. Telehealth Travels: Licensed in 5 States, Working From Anywhere with David Smith | 00:30:08 | |
This episode discusses practicing telehealth across multiple U.S. states. David built his practice to be mobile, working remotely from anywhere, as long as he follows local laws. The COVID pandemic opened up possibilities for how therapists can live and practice post-COVID. He left his clinic job when required to return to full-time in-person work and started his own private practice which is booming!
Amazingly, (to me anyway) The Traveling Therapist Podcast was an inspiration for designing his mobile therapy practice. David plans to work from Tulum, Mexico over New Year's to gain experience practicing telehealth abroad.
About David Smith:
David Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist. He is also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Family Trauma Professional. He specialize in working with people and families who have experienced trauma, abuse, divorce, neurodiversity, and other complex life challenges.
Much of his professional experience has been as a school-based therapist in elementary schools.
David is passionate about spending time in nature, especially sailing, scuba diving, and outdoor photography. He traveled to 47 of the 50 US states and 17 other countries on 4 continents. These days he spend a lot of time in Mexico and other parts of Latin America with his wife, who is also a psychotherapist, born and licensed in Peru. Both of them serve clients purely via telehealth, which makes travel much more feasible.
He love to write and have several books in progress – a guide for parents and teachers of children with trauma, another to help healers and caregivers deal with burnout, and just for fun, a historical novel set in 8th-century Constantinople. He is constantly learning and am usually in the middle of some new training program on an aspect of therapy and healing that I find interesting.
Connect with David Smith: Website: www.thrivingfamilytherapy.com Contact: david@thrivingfamilytherapy.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/thrivingfamilytherapy Instagram: @ThrivingFamilyTherapy
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| 23 Jun 2024 | 124. How California’s Scenic Beauty Fuels This Therapist’s Unique Practice with Christine Kay Wong | 00:26:43 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I have a delightful chat with Christine Wong, a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles. Christine opens up about her journey from being a traditional therapist to becoming a traveling therapist within the diverse landscapes of California. We dive into her passion for exploring California’s scenic gems, her innovative approach to integrating travel with her private practice, and her fascinating dissertation work focused on self-care for Chinese Americans. Join us as we explore how Christine balances her professional responsibilities with her love for travel, and the unique ways she enriches her practice through her experiences. Key Points:
About Christine Kay Wong:
After a decade in the real estate industry representing homeowners in the San Gabriel Valley and Greater Los Angeles, Christine Kay Wong shifted gears to align her career with her core values. She took a leap of faith to pursue a degree in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University, and is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Strategic Coach. Christine is dedicated to helping individuals and families embrace self-care and wellness, addressing challenges such as childhood traumas, grief, cultural stressors, and corporate burnout.
As the dedicated owner of Momentum Mindfulness Family Counseling, Christine passionately guides her clients toward empowerment and healing. She is currently immersed in her dissertation on self-care in generational trauma. Outside of her professional pursuits, Christine enjoys long walks, audiobooks, and progressive house music. She also loves tennis, ping pong, and exploring the California coast, finding joy and inspiration in hearing stories of vulnerability and resilience. Additionally, Christine delights in diverse dining experiences in the San Gabriel Valley, enriching her appreciation for various cuisines.
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| 12 Feb 2023 | 58. Turning Courage Into Confidence. How To Take Action On The Big Ideas That Are Important To You with Wendy Pitts Reeves | 00:44:11 | |
Wendy Pitts Reeves, LCSW is a private practice coach, an international speaker, the founder of a well-respected group psychotherapy practice, and a member of the Forbes Coaches Council. Although she’s worked with everyone from attorneys to artists, her real passion is serving those in the healing arts who want to create a successful, sustainable private practice, their Ideal Practice©. With a wealth of experience, including extensive entrepreneurship, non-profit leadership, and a term in public office: she’s experienced her share of setbacks and success. Through it all, she’s developed an understanding of, and an appreciation for, the strategies and courage it takes to build a successful private practice. She also knows that the best ideas in the world are useless without the proper mindset. Recently, she launched Ideal Practice, a podcast for healers who want more. She seeks to inspire that courage in others, calling healers to stop settling for less than they want, and start creating the life, and practice, that they love.
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| 23 Jul 2023 | 80. Embracing Solo Travel: Embrace Freedom and Stay Confident with Julie Rose | 00:43:04 | |
In this podcast episode, Julie shares her experiences as a solo traveler and digital nomad. She discusses her decision to leave the traditional way of life behind and become a nomad, documenting her journey on her blog and social media. She talks about how the pandemic made her realize the possibility of working from anywhere, leading her to sell her house and embrace the freedom of travel. Julie talks about the practical aspects of solo travel, such as managing her dog and navigating different transportation options as she travels through Mexico.
She emphasizes the importance of projecting confidence and avoiding a victim mentality while exploring new places. She discusses safety as a solo female traveler and challenges the notion of constant fear and suspicion in foreign countries. She shares her belief in the universal goodness of people and encourages a positive and open perspective when traveling. She also shares a personal experience of dealing with a police checkpoint in Mexico and how her preparation and knowledge helped her confidently navigate the situation.
Overall, Julie offers insights into the mindset, practicalities, and safety considerations of solo travel. Her experiences challenge common misconceptions and provide valuable advice for those interested in embarking on their own solo adventures.
Bitten by the solo travel bug at a young age, Julie became a full-time nomad in 2020 when she sold her house and 98% of her belongings to travel 24-7. Since then, her nomadic lifestyle has taken her across all 50 states and Mexico, and almost every country in Western and Eastern Europe. Julie has visited 31 countries (and counting!) to date, and typically spends 10-11 months of the year outside of the U.S. She loves to share her experiences and perspectives on her blog and social media, showing others that a life with more travel is both fulfilling AND attainable... and she also loves to share her travel experience and destination expertise with clients, bringing their #travelinspo to life and creating immersive and life-changing moments they'll never forget.
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| 25 Dec 2022 | 52. Coaching. One Path To Living A Location Independent Lifestyle Full Of Freedom with Carly Hill | 00:31:35 | |
Carly Hill is an LCSW and business strategist for clinicians. She specializes in helping overworked and underpaid female clinicians make more money and more impact by teaching them to build the online coaching business of their dreams.
She helps clinicians break free out of the 1:1 model to leverage their time, get paid for their knowledge, and live a life of true freedom. She helps clinicians to find their coaching niche, develop their high ticket offer, and organically call in their ideal clients easily and effortlessly using her unique modern marketing masterplan.
“Market yourself. And then you have to keep this momentum going. You have to build a list and it's just.. it can be.. it's not easy.”- Carly Hill
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| 25 Jun 2023 | 76. Unlocking the Power of AI in Private Practice: Expert Insights and Controversies - A Traveling Therapist Podcast Takeover! | 00:51:25 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, I decided to host a podcast takeover and invited my friend Jeanene Wolf to share an episode from her podcast called "Colleague Down the Hall." The topic we discussed was the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in private practices.
Now, if you've been following my episodes, you probably know that I'm a huge fan of AI. I use it for practically everything in my life. In fact, I recently created a course to teach others how to use AI in their private practices. It has been a game-changer for me. With AI, I can write documentation faster, create progress notes in an instant, and even draft treatment plans in seconds. It's also incredibly helpful for diagnosing clients. The possibilities are endless!
Jeanene invited me to join the panel because she also shares a love for using AI, particularly Chat GPT. So, we recorded the podcast episode together with a panel of other therapists, and I thought it would be fun to bring it over to the Traveling Therapist Podcast as a takeover episode.
Now, you might be wondering why this topic is relevant to traveling therapists like us. Well, let me tell you. I've been using Chat GPT for my travel plans, and it has been fantastic. If you haven't tried it yet, you can go to chat.openai.com and set up a free account. I even upgraded to the paid version because I find it so useful. For example, I recently asked Chat GPT to create a three-week itinerary for exploring Yellowstone while I'm staying in Bozeman, Montana. It generated a personalized itinerary based on my preferences as an outdoor enthusiast. You can even program Chat GPT to know what kind of traveler you are, making it even more tailored to your needs.
I've been utilizing AI for much more than just travel planning. In fact, I just started a free Facebook group called "Run Your Private Practice with AI." I'm passionate about sharing information and helping fellow therapists run their practices more efficiently using AI. If you're interested, feel free to join the group.
AI truly is a game-changer, and I want to bring you more insights and information about it, especially as traveling therapists. It can help us run our practices faster and more efficiently, giving us more time to enjoy the places we travel to. Plus, if you need help with your travel planning, AI is an excellent tool.
But enough about me and AI. Let me introduce you to Janine's episode from her podcast, "Colleague Down the Hall." We had a fascinating panel discussion about AI in private practice. The episode showcases different perspectives, including some reservations about using AI for documentation and others sharing their positive experiences.
I find it to be an incredibly interesting episode, which is why I wanted to bring it to you here on the Traveling Therapist Podcast. I'd love to hear your thoughts on AI and its applications in private practice. Feel free to reach out to me at info@kimtolson.com with any questions or thoughts you may have.
In the show notes, I'll provide a link to Janine's podcast, "Colleague Down the Hall," which I highly recommend checking out. I'll also include links to my AI course and the free Facebook group for those who want to dive deeper into AI in their private practice or personal life.
I hope you enjoy this episode and find it insightful. Stay tuned for more exciting content on the Traveling Therapist Podcast!
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| 04 Jun 2023 | 73. Navigating Cross-Jurisdictional Practice Permissibility: Insights and Considerations for Therapists | Expert Tips from Person-Centered Tech with Liath Dalton | 00:46:40 | |
Navigating Cross-Jurisdictional Practice Permissibility: Insights and Considerations for Therapists Expert Tips from Person-Centered Tech
Liath dives into the recent changes in telehealth regulations and the impact on therapists, specifically focusing on the expiration of the federal public health emergency (PHE) and its effects on cross-jurisdictional practice and telehealth coverage.
She discusses how the expiration of the PHE does not significantly impact the temporary practice provisions or the expanded telehealth coverage under Medicare. However, and highlights the importance of checking with private payers as coverage may vary, especially for out-of-network benefits.
The conversation shifts to HIPAA compliance and the requirement for therapists to use HIPAA-compliant video platforms and BAA's with phone service providers, including cell phone providers, as s an alternative.
Throughout the episode, Liath stresses the need for therapists to ensure the security of their devices and the importance of safe harbor from HIPAA's breach notification rule.
Overall, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for therapists navigating the changing landscape of telehealth regulations and HIPAA compliance. To learn more, listeners are encouraged to explore Person Center Tech's website and resources. Liathana Dalton Director, Person-Centered Tech https://www.personcenteredtech.com
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a process for identifying all your practice's functionality needs for client care delivery and communications, as well as internal operations. identifies the best -- efficient, effective, and affordable --specific HIPAA-compliance-compatible services to meet those functionality needs. can be utilized to refine and optimize an existing "tech stack" (the combination of services that provide for meeting a practice's functionality needs) or to create your tech stack from the ground up. This is a friendly reminder that there are always as many as three jurisdictional authorities that have a say in determining whether or not you have permission to practice across jurisdictions:
You must have permission to practice/lack of restriction/prohibition to practice from *each* applicable licensing board/jurisdictional authority. For all the details on this, check out our most recent on-demand CE training on cross state practice, Cross Jurisdictional Teletherapy Practice: Case Law, Rules of Practice, and Working with Minors across State Lines, presented by Eric Ström, JD PhD LMHC -- which also includes our cross-jurisdictional permissibility to practice due diligence worksheet (that includes all 3 potentially applicable jurisdictional authorities.) Liathana Dalton Director, Person-Centered Tech https://www.personcenteredtech.com
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| 17 Dec 2023 | 100. The Global Therapist's Dance: Merging Movement, Mind, and Sexuality with Anna Linde | 00:39:47 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym interviews Anna Linde, a therapist with a distinctive journey in the world of therapy. Anna initially studied cognitive behavioral therapy but soon discovered her passion lay beyond traditional methods. The onset of COVID-19 allowed her to explore online therapy while concurrently pursuing studies in dance and movement therapy and sexology. Anna finds a compelling connection between dance and sex, viewing both as deeply embodied states of self and interpersonal connection. She has effectively blended these disciplines into her therapy practice, offering unique online sessions that provide her clients the comfort and flexibility of being in their own space. Anna's educational background is diverse, with qualifications from Sweden and additional certifications from Canada, enabling her to coach clients globally while adhering to Swedish regulations for therapy sessions.
Anna's life is a tapestry of experiences, from moving to Portugal and Spain with her two sons and adopting a dog to breaking up with her ex-partner and starting a new relationship with a fellow digital nomad. She discusses the intricacies of navigating regulations in different countries, especially concerning her children's education, and emphasizes the importance of adaptability and open-mindedness in this lifestyle. The family's current base is Thailand, chosen for its balance of regulatory ease and lifestyle preferences, illustrating the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of a traveling therapist's life.
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About Anna:
Anna is a Swedish-Brazilian sexologist and Dance&Movementtherapist that loves to break free and outsmart the comfort zone. Traveled through Europe last year (mostly Portugal, Spain and Germany) with her sons, 13 & 10 y and their adopted dog Julia (from Spain). This year, Thailand and Asia, all together on another amazing journey.
Celebrating her finished thesis in sexology where she wrote about International Adoptees Sexual and Reproductive Health and looking forward to new challenges. Connect with Anna: https://www.healingxchg.com/post/meet-anna-linde linkedin.com/in/anna-linde-08264692
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| 26 May 2024 | 121. An American Therapist in Paris: A Therapist’s Journey into Global Mental Health Innovation! with Colleen Kelly | 00:28:58 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym Tolson chats with Colleen Kelly, a therapist whose career has taken her from American Indian reservations to the heart of Paris. Colleen shares her unique journey of integrating her therapy practice with her love for travel, detailing how she transitioned into roles that blend mental health, marketing, and technology. Throughout the conversation, she provides a wealth of insight into the challenges and rewards of moving a therapy practice across continents and explores innovative ways therapists can expand their professional roles.
Colleen's personal story illustrates the potential for therapists to diversify their careers beyond traditional settings. She discusses the importance of adaptability, the use of digital platforms to enhance practice, and practical tips for therapists considering an international move, including the critical role of immigration lawyers and leveraging technology in mental health.
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Connect with Colleen Kelly: Director International Marketing and Technology Development HapTech Holdings (33) 06 07 11 97 23 colleenkellymft@mac.com
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| 27 Nov 2022 | 48. A True Travel Social Worker - You Can Become One Too! with Alisha Powell | 00:38:06 | |
Dr. Alisha Powell has a bachelor's and master’s degree in social work and a doctorate degree in Psychology. She has experience working in a variety of settings that have included long-term care, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and residential treatment centers working with clients from all walks of life. Alisha became curious about travel social work due to her love for travel and has taken numerous contract assignments across the United States. Dr. Powell is a licensed clinical social worker in 8 different states and has a post-graduate certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is well-versed in case management, medical social work, and assessment. Her areas of special practice include couples therapy, work-life balance, and religious trauma. She is passionate about being a lifelong learner and currently works as a therapist, consultant, and educator (all remotely). “A travel social worker comes in to really fill the gap, if somebody has to go on maternity leave, or they have a lot of employees that have sought other opportunities at the same time.”
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| 31 Mar 2024 | 115. From California to Italy: The Challenges of an American Therapist in Italy with Juan Maillo | 00:38:58 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym Tolson interviews Juan Maillo, a marriage and family therapist who has ventured from practicing in the Bay Area, California, to embracing a new life in Italy. Juan shares his journey, detailing the transition from working for companies in the U.S. to moving abroad with his wife and navigating the complexities of setting up a new life in Italy.
This discussion delves into the hurdles of acquiring residency, the challenges of working remotely as a therapist, and the intricacies of adapting to a new cultural and regulatory environment. Additionally, Juan touches upon his role as a professor at an American university in Italy, teaching psychopathology to university students, which offers a unique blend of his expertise in therapy with the educational needs of American students abroad.
Juan's narrative unfolds the emotional and logistical aspects of moving to a different country, including the decision-making process involving his family's future, the struggle to maintain a stable income, and the pursuit of personal and professional fulfillment in a foreign land. Despite the excitement of living in Italy, Juan candidly discusses the feelings of uncertainty, the challenges of cultural adaptation, and the considerations of potentially returning to the U.S. The conversation also highlights the importance of language proficiency and the impact of differing societal norms on daily life and work, underscoring the complexities of transitioning from a therapist practicing in the U.S. to navigating the professional landscape in Italy.
Key Points:
Juan’s Bio:
Juan Maillo is a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience. Originally from Spain, he received his Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies. He has worked in various counseling centers across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Juan's passion for psychology began early in life, as he naturally gravitated towards helping others. Growing up he often felt craved a sense of belonging and validation that didn't get from his people. Through self-discovery and therapy, he learned to become a caring presence for himself which he now brings to his work as a psychotherapist.
He specializes on working with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues with individuals. His main approach is Internal Family Systems which combines mindfulness and self-compassion in an easy-to-follow style. He also draws from his extensive training in CBT.
Juan Maillo Psychotherapy
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| 22 Oct 2023 | 92. Combining Therapy Passions, Tech, and Alternative Income Streams with Mor Goldberger | 00:39:56 | |
In this episode, Mor shares her journey from being a traditional therapist to becoming a traveling therapist, combining her passion for travel and her love for therapy. Mor started traveling internationally alone at a young age and developed a strong desire to see different countries. Originally, her background was in tech, which made it challenging to transition to therapy. Eventually, she pursued her passion and became a therapist, specializing in couples work and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Mor discusses how she incorporated her tech background into her therapy career. She currently work for a tech company called Mentaya, where she serves as the head of provider experience and growth. The company offers solutions for therapists who prefer not to handle insurance directly. Therapists can refer their clients to Mentaya, which handles insurance claims, eligibility checks, and streamlines the process for therapists, allowing them to focus on therapy while ensuring accessibility for clients.
The episode highlights the importance of following one's passion and finding creative ways to incorporate therapy into different income streams. It also emphasizes the significance of understanding out-of-network benefits and considering alternative options for reimbursement, especially when working with insurance companies that may not be ideal.
Keypoints:
About Mor Goldberger:
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| 04 Aug 2024 | 130. Boundless Horizons: Embracing the Freedom of Solo Travel with Dr. Aimee Harris | 00:27:16 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist, I sit down with Dr. Aimee Harris, who has brilliantly woven her passion for travel into her professional life as a telehealth therapist. Aimee shares her journey from a traditional therapy setting to embracing a nomadic lifestyle, powered by the flexibility of telehealth. She recounts the initial challenges and profound benefits of solo travel, describing how it has strengthened her independence and broadened her professional and personal perspectives. Aimee also delves into the integration of her work with her role at her wellness center, highlighting the holistic approach to health that she promotes. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of mental health practice and the freedom offered by a nomadic lifestyle.
Key Points:
About Dr. Aimee Harris:
Dr. Harris has always been intrigued by travel. Her first international trip was to Germany to visit her son in the military. After doing much research on the benefits of health and travel, she began her very first solo trip on her birthday to Paris, France in 2022. She continued travels to Italy through the 13 scenic towns of the Amalfi Coast ending with a car ride to Rome! In 2023 she traveled to Ireland, where she enjoyed the flexibility of working remote; traveling to the Cliffs of Moher, Kinsale and Dublin during the day and working at night with clients. Honolulu Hawaii during Christmas gave a new love for warm air, culture and blue waters. She will be in Greece during the podcast traveling to five iconic islands including the famous island where Mamma Mia was filmed! Dr. Harris is the CEO of Ie Wellness Center and Wellness Retreats, is an industrial organizational psychologist, licensed professional counselor and play therapist who specializes in the core eight dimensions of wellness. She believes that the key to youth and vitality are to never stop playing. Traveling has been shown to enhance all eight dimensions of wellness (I can explain more)! You can find her at www.iewellnesscenter.com, (804) 904-9731 and @Ie Wellness Center on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Snapchat iewellnesscnter. Also Facebook at Wellness Retreats. She is just starting a sister company, Wellness Retreats which will focus on wellness through travel, including retreats, continuing education, and workshops.
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| 07 May 2023 | 69. From Private Practice to Personal Branding: A Therapist's Journey to Location Independence with Maegan Megginson | 00:42:49 | |
In this episode, Meagan talks about her journey of becoming a traveling therapist and the options available to therapists beyond private practice. In 2016, she and her husband moved from Texas to Oregon to start anew. To maintain her income while traveling, she moved her Texas caseload online, which led to her realizing that she could be location independent for the rest of her career.
Meagan also discusses the idea of personal branding for therapists, which involves building a profitable brand based on one's personality, values, stories, and subject matter expertise. She notes that personal branding can be a great option for therapists who want to move beyond private practice and shows how one can create a successful personal brand.
Takeaways:
Maegan Megginson is a licensed therapist, business coach, and creator of Next-Level Therapist, the coaching community for established therapists who're ready to take their careers to the next level. She’s also the founder of The Rest & Success Code, the charity fundraising event that inspires therapists to become deeply rested and wildly successful. Maegan's Story
Maegan won the “Best at Everything Award” in the 8th grade—an accolade that solidified her persona as an overly-responsible, perfectionist people-pleaser. She carried these traits with her into private practice, creating a business that made her feel stifled, anxious, and trapped. During an intense episode of burnout, Maegan took a month-long sabbatical that radically transformed her business. She shed her A+ student conditioning and realized that for her, “Rest is Revenue!”
Now, Maegan dedicates her life and time to other ambitious therapists who are kicking ass, making bank, and changing the world one brilliant idea at a time.
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| 09 Oct 2022 | 41. Journey Towards Becoming A Digital Nomad with Maria Hernandez | 00:43:53 | |
Maria Hernandez is by default a psychotherapist. She enjoys sharing this in the hopes that it may encourage those in the helping professions and Human Services, such as counselors, social workers, case managers, and employees of nonprofit organizations, to think about opening their own private practice. It has developed into her passion throughout the years. She takes pleasure in assisting others in overcoming their difficulties, setbacks, curveballs, and blindsides so they can learn from them as well. Today, she will share her journey and her decisions in life! Tune in to this episode to find out more about Maria!
“Even though I didn't want to go back to mental health because I think I was so burned out with it, I thought “what the heck” I have to do what I have to do.”
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| 04 Feb 2024 | 107. Beaches, Bureaucracy, and Therapy: One Woman's Tale of Life on a Caribbean Mexican Island with Keesha Parker | 00:46:14 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym interviews Keesha Parker, also known as Sandy Beaches, about her transition from a traditional therapist to a traveling therapist living in Cozumel and formally Isla Mujeres. Keesha's journey began with a license in Arkansas, followed by Texas. She was inspired by Dr. Amber Lyda's online therapist group, leading her to explore telehealth options. Keesha moved to Isla Mujeres, Mexico, and eventually became a permanent resident after four years as a temporary resident. She discusses the challenges of adapting to life in Mexico, including dealing with bureaucracy, transportation, and cultural differences.
Keesha elaborates on the complexities of obtaining residency, buying a car, and the differences in everyday conveniences compared to the U.S. Despite the challenges, she loves the tropical weather, the affordability of domestic travel, and the beautiful beaches. Keesha also highlights the cultural acceptance and lesser-known aspects of life in Mexico, such as dealing with power outages and cultural differences in safety norms.
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| 19 Nov 2023 | 96. Time Zone Tango: Navigating the Ups and Downs of a Traveling Therapist's Schedule | 00:32:21 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, join me as I delve into the challenges and triumphs of managing a hectic schedule while hopping across time zones. From grappling with scheduling tools to unexpected hurdles in the Dominican Republic, I share my personal experiences and answer a listener questions from Jaime. I cover practical tips for balancing work and wanderlust. Whether you're a therapist on the move or just curious about the digital nomad lifestyle, this episode is packed with insights, laughter, and real-life strategies for staying afloat in the ever-changing tides of time management.
Episode Highlights:
This episode not only offers valuable tips for therapists who travel but also provides a candid look into the life of a digital nomad, making it a must-listen for anyone in the field.
People and Products mentioned in this episode:
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| 12 Nov 2023 | 95. Inside THE Original Online Therapist's Van Life Journey Dr. Amber Lyda | 00:38:46 | |
Kym interviews Dr. Amber Lyda, founder of The Online Therapist Group, who recently started living in a van and traveling full-time with her husband. Amber shares how they chose an affordable van with good gas mileage so they can be spontaneous and cover long distances. She describes the systems they use for internet access, including a cell signal booster and Starlink satellite.
Amber talks about how they find places to park and stay connected, using apps to locate RV parks, campgrounds, etc. She discusses the challenges of balancing work while traveling, as it can be unpredictable booking accommodations and planning around poor internet access on travel days. However, Amber says her communication with her husband has improved despite the confined space.
Kym and Amber compare notes on managing travel logistics like grocery shopping without a vehicle, relying on ride services, food delivery, etc. They also bond over trying to maintain routines and plans while on the road, and having to stay flexible when things come up unexpectedly.
Amber gives a glimpse into how she structures her work days around Paul's morning activities. She also shares where people can find her online and work with her as a coach. Kym expresses gratitude for Amber's influence and pioneering as an online therapist with multiple income streams.
About Amber Lyda: Amber is a psychologist who, for YEARS, let her inner Go–getter trample all over her inner Life-Haver.
She found a way to continue to do the work she LOVED without sacrificing the life she wanted. She left her agency job and started an ONLINE ONLY cash pay therapy practice.
She work at home, with her dogs, and most often – in her pajama pants. She can’t enjoy this amazing new life without helping other clinicians also get to theirs.
Amber coach, consult, and build courses to help therapists get clear on the life they want to have and how to get there. She help other therapists find their freedom, flexibility, and flow – whether it’s: training them to build their own online therapy practice or increasing their income while decreasing their working hours by learning to market to private pay clients or coaching them through finding their other passions and turning them into profits. She help therapists Dream Big and Live Better.
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| 03 Dec 2023 | 98. Double Duty: How a Therapist Turned Property Mogul Masters Work-Life Balance with Julie Killian | 00:28:28 | |
In this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym interviews Julie Killian, a therapist who has diversified her career to include managing short-term rental properties. Julie shares her transition from traditional therapy to a remote practice, a change prompted by motherhood and accelerated by the pandemic. She and her husband, both working remotely, ventured into real estate, acquiring properties in tourist hotspots. They self-manage these properties, balancing work with caring for their two young children. Julie discusses the practicalities of managing rentals, dealing with challenges, and the benefits of this lifestyle. Additionally, she provides insights into resources for those interested in short-term rentals and balancing work with family life. Key Points:
About Julie Killian:
Julie is the owner of Killion Counseling & Consulting, PLLC. Her practice is 100% virtual, and she specializes in treating adults with mental health and substance use concerns. Julie works virtually while caring for her 2 young children, and traveling to her 3 vacation rentals and beyond!
Here are our Airbnb links: www.airbnb.com/h/cabinonsummerlane www.airbnb.com/h/hideawayhangout www.airbnb.com/h/driftwooddunes
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| 28 Jan 2024 | 106. Family, Therapy, Travel: Uncover the Unique Blend in a Therapist’s Adventurous Life with Arilda Surridge | 00:27:12 | |
In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym interviews Arilda Surridge, a licensed marriage and family therapist who has merged her passion for travel with her profession. Arilda started her journey in community mental health, transitioning to private practice in 2016. The pivotal moment came during the pandemic when she decided to diversify her work, leading to the introduction of couples retreats, mainly in Mexico. These retreats were inspired by her clients' suggestions and have since become a key component of her practice. Arilda also traveled to Spain with her children for eight weeks, continuing to see clients online and immersing her kids in the local culture and language. Recently, she has expanded her offerings to include therapist destination retreats, with upcoming events planned in Panama and Mexico. The logistics of traveling with children are a significant part of Arilda's story. She discusses the balance of work and family time during retreats, ensuring her children are engaged and cared for while she conducts workshops. Arilda's husband, also a therapist, often co-facilitates these retreats, contributing to their success. She emphasizes the importance of family-friendly resorts with kids' clubs and nanny services to facilitate her work. Arilda's approach to travel and work is not just about income but also about enriching experiences for her family, networking, and cultural exploration.
Key Points:
About Arilda Surridge: Arilda is a LMFT. She specialize in working with Trauma and Couples. She found a way to combine her love of travel with the love for the work she does. Aside from seeing clients while she’s abroad, she also organize and facilitate destination couples retreats and therapist destination retreats. This is possible to do even with young children. Arilda travel with her family EVERYWHERE. She’s happy to share tips from her many work travels with her young children.
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| 12 Mar 2023 | 61. Setting Sail for Adventure: The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for a World Cruise with Kids in Tow with Jessica Tappana | 00:39:44 | |
Jessica Tappana is an LCSW, a group practice owner, and the founder of Simplified SEO Consulting. She understands the complexities of owning a group practice and believes that therapists do their best work when they have a steady stream of their ideal clients. After building her own practice using Search Engine Optimization as her only marketing tool Jessica began helping other private practice owners get their websites ranked on Google and founded Simplified SEO Consulting. Her small team has helped hundreds of other private practice owners reach more clients needing their services by teaching them to optimize their own websites as well as done-for-you services. Jessica is passionate about helping therapists grow their practices so they can do their best clinical work and loves to talk about SEO, answer questions, and support other mental health professionals. One of Jessica's favorite parts of all of her jobs is that so much of it can be done while traveling the world. She is currently preparing for a 4-month world cruise next year, where she will get to see the world while still being able to log in to work!
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| 05 Mar 2023 | 60. Unlocking the Power of Travel: Insights for Adjusting to Life Abroad with Diana Liao | 00:47:56 | |
Diana Liao, LMHC is a licensed mental health in private practice. She helps adults in NY and NJ navigate challenges related to life transitions, identity, self-worth, relationships, and career. She's particularly passionate about working with the Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA) communities on issues of belonging, marginalization, and other complexities that arise from living in the US as a minority. In addition to being a therapist, she speaks, leads interactive healing circles on mental health, and co-founded Bridges Mental Health, a mental health resource for the Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian community, which aims to destigmatize mental healthcare and help individuals connect with culturally competent therapists.
Connect with Diana: +1-929-255-4397 diana@dianaliao.com Find her on Instagram @therapywithdiana or @bridgesmentalhealth Listen to the Beyond the Couch with Bridges Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, and more... If you're in the NYC-area and are seeking an Asian-identifying therapist, visit at www.bridgesmentalhealth.com Schedule a consult at www.dianaliao.com
Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.
My personal referral link is here if you want to schedule an appointment and check them out: https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?grsf=kimberly-wqqc1l
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