The Traveling Therapist Podcast

Have you ever wondered if there’s a more flexible way to work while embracing your love for travel? In this episode, I’m joined by Rachelle, a coach who has built a flexible, location-independent career by blending her unique skills and life experiences. We’re diving into coaching for traveling therapists as an alternative path to create freedom and fulfillment. Rachelle shares her journey into co...

Do you ever feel like money is the one thing holding you back from fully embracing your dream of being a traveling therapist? Maybe it’s fear of financial instability, struggling with a scarcity mindset, or just not knowing how to make your income support the life you truly want. If any of that resonates, this episode is for you. Today, I’m joined by Scarlett Stanhope, aka The Biz Hippie, a financ...

Have you ever wondered how therapists navigate the emotional challenges of working overseas while balancing their own healing journey? In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Dietrich, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Coach with over 14 years of experience, who shares her story of building resilience as a nomadic therapist. Megan opens up about her work with women reclaiming their power, her exp...

What does it take to turn burnout into a beautiful new beginning? In this episode, I’m talking with Mieke, an incredible Traveling Integrative Therapist with over 23 years of experience who has transformed her career and life in the most inspiring way. After facing burnout while working as a therapist in Belgium, Mieke decided to embrace a nomadic lifestyle and create a practice that combines her...

The Portable Practice Method is almost here! Get on the waitlist now: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/PP-Waitlist . Are you ready to take your therapy practice on the road and build a life that works for you—wherever you are? Whether you’re dreaming of working from anywhere legally, creating multiple income streams to support a more flexible lifestyle, or avoiding burnout while living your nomad...

What does it really take to transition to a traveling therapist lifestyle? For Laurie Amato, it’s been about listening to her heart, taking small, intentional steps, and staying open to what’s possible. Laurie, the founder of Rooted Restoration, started her career in non-profit work in chilly Philadelphia, where making a difference was her driving force. Private practice wasn’t part of her origina...

Have you ever dreamed about living as an expat therapist? Well, today I’m catching up with Maggie Dickens, a licensed therapist and relationship coach, who’s been doing just that for the past 18 months. You might remember Maggie from episode 82, where we talked all about her plans to move abroad. Now she’s back to share what life’s really like as an expat therapist in Portugal. Maggie fills us in...

Have you ever dreamed of taking a trip where it’s just you, your suitcase, and endless possibilities? Today, we’re diving into the world of solo travel for therapists! I’m so excited to share this conversation with my friend and fellow therapist, Michelle Kauble. Michelle is the CEO of Apple Tree Counseling, a group practice in Virginia, where she mentors new counselors and social workers to help...

Today, we’re tackling one of the most important topics for location-independent therapists: liability insurance for traveling therapists. It’s the #1 question I get asked in my Facebook group—“What do I do about liability insurance?”—and for good reason. Practicing across state lines or internationally can be confusing, and knowing how to protect yourself, your clients, and your practice is non-ne...

Ever wondered what life as a nomadic therapist really looks like? In this candid episode, I pull back the curtain on the not-so-glamorous side of nomadic life struggles and share a deeply personal update. From navigating hurricanes and caregiving for my father with early Alzheimer’s to moderating a Facebook group of 20,000 members (amid election drama), it’s been a wild ride. I also talk about bal...

In this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, I sit down with Elliot Rosenberg, the founder of Hack My Honeymoon, to dive deep into the world of travel hacking. Elliot, who isn't a therapist but an expert in maximizing travel rewards, shares his journey from running a travel business in Brazil to mastering the art of using credit card points for luxurious international travel. He explai...

In this episode, we’re tackling the biggest questions about teletherapy across borders—this is also a sneak peek into the Portable Practice Method that’s coming soon, this is a condensed version of the module, “Work From Anywhere Legally”. Hop on the waitlist here.   When practicing in different states or countries, protecting client confidentiality and staying compliant with privacy regulations l...

In this episode Megan shares her journey as a Traveling Therapist. She discusses her adventures working as a therapist abroad as well as her creation of international retreats. She has navigated working all over the world and shares tips and strategies to help you accomplish this goal as well.    Episode key points: Navigating a Mobile Therapy Practice: Megan shares how she successfully works as a...

In this special edition of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym Tolson candidly shares the struggles of traveling while living with Celiac disease, a chronic condition that affects how she navigates food and health on the road. She is joined by fellow therapists Erin Davis and Christina Kantzavelos, who also live with Celiac disease, and together they open up about the challenges they face as they...

If you're a traveling therapist aiming to elevate your private practice while embracing a digital nomad lifestyle, you won't want to miss this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast. I sit down with Jason Greenwood, an expert in building businesses on the go, to uncover invaluable branding tips tailored for therapists. Learn how to create content that resonates authentically with you...

Did you know that overlooking just a few tax deductions could leave hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on the table? I recently sat down to chat with Danielle Hayden, a seasoned CPA and founder of Kickstart Accounting, Inc. She dropped some gems that could reshape how you approach your finances as a Traveling Therapist.   First up, separating your business and personal expenses. It can be tempt...

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...

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....

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 too...

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 crea...

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, describin...

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 th...

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 coac...

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...

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 Ca...