Ariel Roberts

The Expat Therapist: Navigating Mental Health

Society EN ↓ 85 episodes

"The Expat Therapist: Navigating Mental Health Abroad" is a podcast that offers insights, advice, and strategies for expats needing guidance with mental health struggles on their journey and guidance for individuals anticipating a move abroad. Hosted by a licensed clinical therapist and fellow expat, the show aims to help listeners overcome the unique challenges of moving and living abroad and achieve greater well-being and happiness. 

Author

Ariel Roberts

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Society

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

060 My Birth Story and What it Taught Me 14.04.2025

I’m back from maternity leave… and with a brand new lens on what it really means to grow, stretch, and evolve while living abroad. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal story of giving birth in Spain — from navigating the healthcare system in Spain to facing language barriers, culture shocks, and the emotional rollercoaster of bringing life into the world while living far from home. But this ep...

059 Following the Flow with Nicole Bendayan 31.03.2025

Moving abroad isn’t just about changing locations—it’s about aligning with what feels right. In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Bendayan , who I personally call,  The Period Queen , to talk about her journey as a nutritionist specializing in women’s cycles, her experiences with isolation after moving abroad, and the deep self-discovery that comes with navigating life in different countries. T...

058 - Aligning Abroad: Energy, Intuition & Raising Global Kids with Illanith 10.03.2025

Moving abroad isn’t just a physical journey—it’s an energetic one. In this episode, I sit down with my energy therapist, a fellow expat balancing back and forth from Canada to a variety of other countries, but nowadays, Valencia, to dive deep into the unseen layers of life abroad. We explore how tuning into your energy can guide major life transitions, how to trust yourself when everything feels u...

057 Holistic Well-Being with Christie 03.03.2025

What’s it like to build a life across multiple countries—navigating new cultures, languages, and identities along the way? In this episode, I sit down with Christie , an expat from Brazil now living in Germany, who has spent years moving across the world, from high school in the U.S. to studying and working in various countries. We dive into:  🌍 Her journey of living in multiple countries and wha...

056 What if Moving Abroad is a Mistake? 24.02.2025

You’ve been dreaming about moving abroad, or maybe you're already there! But there’s one nagging thought that won’t leave you alone… What if I regret it? Fear of making/having made the wrong decision keeps so many of us stuck in place, choosing the comfort of the familiar over the unknown. But here’s the truth—regret often comes from not taking the leap, not from trying and learning along the...

055 Shifting Your Financial Mindset for Life Abroad 17.02.2025

Alright, this episode gets a little woo-woo —but hear me out. I’ve seen people with plenty of money stay stuck because their limiting beliefs kept them trapped in fear. And I’ve seen people (myself included) take the leap abroad with very little in the bank—but with the right mindset —and thrive. So, what’s really stopping you from making your move? Is it the actual money, or is it the story you’v...

054 When Your Support System, Doesn't Support Your Move 10.02.2025

You’ve decided to move abroad—but instead of support, you’re met with doubt, criticism, and endless “Are you sure?” questions. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving deep into why we crave validation from loved ones, how to hold space for their concerns without letting them dictate your decisions, and the key to transforming criticism into wisdom that fuels your journey in...

053 Healing Abroad – How Moving Can Help Your Personal Growth Journey 03.02.2025

In this episode, we explore how moving abroad can be a powerful tool for healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. From breaking free of old patterns to creating a life that aligns with your true self, we’ll discuss:  ✨ How a new environment can shift your mindset and emotional well-being ✨ The connection between physical relocation and inner healing ✨ Letting go of past versions of yoursel...

052 Stay Aligned with Your Authenticity 27.01.2025

Moving abroad is an adventure that promises excitement, growth, and new beginnings. But in the process of adjusting to a new culture, making new friends, and starting fresh, it’s easy to feel like you’re losing touch with the core of who you are. In this episode, we’ll dive into how to stay rooted in your identity while embracing the expat experience. You’ll discover practical strategies to hold o...

051 Overcoming the Fear of the Unknown 13.01.2025

The fear of the unknown can either be the best thing that happens to you, or the worst. The positive is, you get to choose which one! In today's episode, I am normalizing the fear of the unknown and giving you actionable steps to overcome it so that you can move forward and continue making your dreams turn into a reality. It would be such a shame to let something so common, stop you in your t...

050 New Year Abroad Vision (Boards) 30.12.2024

It's almost the New Year! Whether you are already thriving in your move abroad or still in the planning stages of making it happen, this vision board episode will change your life, leaving you with a clear game plan of how to move forward and accomplish everything you need in to make your 2025 dreams come true! ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here

049 Silent Struggles of an Expat Holliday 23.12.2024

🎉🎉🎁🎄🎅🎎🪔 HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Though, this is usually a joyous season...as an expat or a potential expat, this year might feel a little different. Or reversed! Maybe the holiday seasons are usually crappy for ya but since you decided to move abroad, there's finally a little more excitement! Either way, the holiday seasons bring up a plethora of different feelings and emotions and I want you...

048 Finding Your Magic Holiday Season Abroad 16.12.2024

This episode we are talking to all of you expats and potential expats, who are out there navigating the emotional weight of homesickness and holiday worries and encouraging you to turn inward, find spiritual connection, and transform your feelings of longing into opportunities for growth and meaningful connection during this holiday season! ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here

047 Creating New Traditions as an Expat 09.12.2024

It's the Holiday SEASSSOONNNN.🎁🎄🎅🎎🪔Which comes with so much fun and joy but also missing out on our familiar traditions in our OG homes! So in today's episode we are talking about how to inspire and empower expats to make the holiday season meaningful by blending personal traditions with local customs, creating a unique and fulfilling festive experience. ✨ Apply for the Moving Abro...

046 How Intuition and Fear Can Help You in Your Expat Journey 02.12.2024

In today's episode we are talking about how to learn and trust yourself and your intuition, understanding and using fear to become a motivator in your move abroad, and of course some helpful tips on how to do these things successfully and WHY they are so important to having a successful move abroad/expat journey. ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here

045 Why Moving Abroad Tests Your Mental Strength 25.11.2024

Maybe you want to move abroad (or already have moved!)  for new opportunities, or work, or cultural exposure, or....BEAUTIFUL MEN. Whatever the reason, the illusion only lasts so long. Here is where the mental strength has to come in, you have to find ways to continue to thrive in order to experience your moving abroad journey in all its beauty. That's we discuss along with some practical tip...

044 Moving Abroad FAQ's 18.11.2024

Today's episode is full of FAQ's that the average person has before making a move abroad! ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here

043 After the Election: Moving Abroad 11.11.2024

I don't know about you, but if I were still living in the states....right about now I might be anticipating a move abroad more than ever. Unfortunately, there's a lot of Americans out there feeling the same...this episode is for you! How to connect with moving for life re-alignment purposes, mental health strategies for dealing with political stress and anxiety, and of course some tips o...

042 Burnout from Planning a Move Abroad 04.11.2024

1. Recognize that you are burnt out.  2. Challenge your mindset to appreciate this "Waiting Stage" 3. Reignite motivation and ease the burnout 4. Manage your mental health  5. Rebuild momentum! 6. EMBRACE where you are, because you are right where you are supposed to be. 

041 Bouncing Back from Burnout 31.10.2024

Experiencing burnout as an expat? Been there, done that.  Today's episode is all about my experiences in the last few months with burnout and my new journey of being pregnant as an expat, in a country whose native tongue isn't my first language!

040 Missing the Big Moments 05.08.2024

Are you a current expat dealing with missing out of some big moments from home? Or maybe you are anticipating a move abroad and FOMO is one of the reasons holding you back from conquering your international move. Either way, this episode is for you. Find out how to deal emotionally and mentally when life life's and you find yourself missing out on a big moment from home. To work with Ariel:...

039 Expats on the Road 08.07.2024

Is it just me or are road trip talks usually the best conversations ever? That is exactly how Ariel and her friend, Patricia, felt during their road trip from Valencia to Barcelona, and what motivated them to just hit the record button. They talk about life, running from traumas, healing journey's, to Patricia's rough draft of her Expat Blueprint for settling into expatriation. So get re...

038 Maintaining Distanced Friendships/Relationships 01.07.2024

Does the thought of not having your support system when you move abroad give you anxiety? Or not sure how you can maintain certain relationships with such distance after you make your move abroad? Today's episode goes over how to ensure that you are doing just enough to maintain and nurture those loving relationships so your move abroad doesn't have to break friendships. Of course, we ca...

037 Mindset is Key 10.06.2024

From Slovenia to Miami, Florida, today's guest speaker shares her insights and journeys from traveling all over the world and landing her dream life in Miami, Florida where she has learned the secret to happiness and success....mindset :) If you are interested in living an abundant life and learning how to manage your mindset with Nadja, you can check her out here ! To work with Ariel: ✨ Inf...

036 What do I need self-esteem for? 03.06.2024

My self-esteem journey has been up and down and up and down and now that I am back on the up up up, I am realizing how important it is as an expat! Moving abroad - as we know - isn't an easy task, so listen in to today's episode to find out why self-esteem could be the missing link to your successful move. To work with Ariel: ✨ Info and application for the Moving Abroad Mastermind HERE...

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