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| 190. The Secret to Growing a Thriving Private Pay Practice with Jessica Harris | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:25:04 | |
Ever wondered how to create a thriving private pay practice that gives you freedom, flexibility, and the chance to travel the world? In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with Jessica Harris, a single mom and therapist who went from barely getting by after grad school to building (and selling!) a successful private practice. Now, she runs a coaching business teaching other therapists how to find cash pay clients and create the lives they dream about. Jessica shares her journey from working in agencies to launching her own business, traveling with her daughter, and discovering that mindset and strategy go hand in hand when it comes to success. In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Jessica: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 189. Worldschooling and Therapy on the Road with Fightress Aaron | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:31:50 | |
Balancing a therapy practice, parenting, and full-time travel might sound impossible, but for Fightress Aaron, it's a way of life. In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with her about how her family turned a spontaneous nine-day trip to Portugal into nine unforgettable weeks, and how that experience launched their worldschooling journey. We dive into the realities of raising and educating three kids on the road, running a therapy practice from anywhere, and creating a remote-friendly coworking space for clinicians. Fightress shares so many gold nuggets about flexible living, family connection, and building a business that supports your freedom. In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Fightress: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 180. Creating Signature Therapy Groups with Kara Cruz | 27 Aug 2025 | 00:30:19 | |
Are you feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or isolated in your private practice? Many of us have been there. In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with Kara Cruz about how she found her way out of exhaustion by creating signature therapy groups that aligned with her passion, schedule, and ideal clients. Kara shares her journey from agency life to private practice, how she began offering telehealth before it was popular, and why building therapy groups has been such a powerful part of her business. If youāve been craving more flexibility, creativity, and connection in your work, this episode is packed with insight and encouragement. In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Kara: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 90. The Dark Side of Paradise: Airbnb Nightmares & Digital Nomad Survival Tips | 08 Oct 2023 | 00:30:27 | |
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. Ā For anyone looking to get started as a traveling therapist, Kym recommends these resources:
Ā Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym Ā The Traveling Therapist Membership: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/travelingtherapistmembership Ā Revolutionize Your Private Practice with AI Course: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/ai Ā Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 Ā The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group:Ā https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Ā Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Ā Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Ā Castbox Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 89. Therapy Across Borders: Navigating Practice and Perspective with Romel Santiago in Colombia | 01 Oct 2023 | 00:36:02 | |
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. Ā 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. Ā Connect with Romel: Courses - https://romeossensation.com/romeos-groups-and-classes/ Email - Rsantiago@RomeosSensation.com or Admin@RomeosSensation.com Website - www.RomeosSensation.com Sponsor a low income therapy session hereĀ 8 Steps to intimacy here Youtube Channel hereĀ
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 88. Behind TheraBundle: Tamara Howell on Creating a Resource Goldmine for Therapists | 24 Sep 2023 | 00:28:08 | |
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. Ā 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. Ā TheraBundle Link: Ā Highlights: Ā
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 87. Listener Question Episode: Balancing Life on the Move: Work-Life Balance for Traveling Therapists | 17 Sep 2023 | 00:30:10 | |
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. Ā 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.Ā Ā Key points:
Ā Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym Ā The Traveling Therapist Membership: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 86. Exploring Dreams and Nomadic Entrepreneurship: From Corporate Sales to Dream Interpreter with Andrea Morrison | 10 Sep 2023 | 00:49:16 | |
In this episode, Andrea shares her journey from a corporate job to becoming a digital nomad, virtual assistant,Ā 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. Ā Andrea Morrison is a Dream Guide & Business āAlchemistā, 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 sheās guiding others to do the same. Her mission is to help people connect with their dreams, day and night. Ā Connect With Andrea: Links: linktr.ee/dreamlifeconnection Instagram: @dreamlifeconnection Website: dreamlifeconnection.com
Ā Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 85. The Nomadic Therapist: From Lake Tahoe to AIāTravel Tales & Pro Tips for the Modern Practitioner | 03 Sep 2023 | 00:37:42 | |
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. Ā 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! Ā Highlights:
Ā Bill Like a Boss https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Ā The Clincial AI Club Ā The Traveling Therapist MembershipĀ http://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/travelingtherapistmembership Ā Build a thriving private practice with Alma, your private practice support system. Learn more about Alma. Ā Connect with me: Instagram: @t Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 84. Breaking Screen Addiction: Strategies for Mindful Tech Use as A Traveling Therapist with Jake Ernst | 20 Aug 2023 | 00:43:56 | |
On this episode of The Traveling Therapist podcast,Ā 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.Ā Ā 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. Ā 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.Ā Ā 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. Ā Jake Ernst, Social Worker & Psychotherapist Jake Ernst, MSW RSW (he Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 83. Embracing Nomadic Living: A Journey from the Corporate World to Becoming a Full-Time Nomadic Travel Coach with Heather Markel | 13 Aug 2023 | 00:37:33 | |
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. Ā 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. Ā 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.Ā Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā Heather Markel spent over 25 years stuck behind a desk in her corporate career.Ā 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.Ā Since that time, sheās 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.Ā Ā Ā Ā 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.Ā Sheās a best-selling author and a TEDx speaker focused on the opportunities of full-time travel.Ā She teaches her clients the mindset, money and mastery they need Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 82. Relocating to Portugal: An Expats Journey, Tax Benefits & Dog Adventures! with Maggie Dickens | 06 Aug 2023 | 01:00:00 | |
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.Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā Key points:
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 81. Embracing Change: A Traveling Therapist's Journey to Self-Trust and Personal Growth with Intuitive Life Purpose Coach Nicole Holst | 30 Jul 2023 | 00:44:26 | |
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.Ā 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: Ā Book your free 30 min. coaching/consultation call with Nicole Join her supportive Facebook community for free weekly Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 179. Building an International Therapy Practice with Lucy Orton | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:33:18 | |
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to build an international therapy practice? In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with Lucy Orton, a therapist and corporate coach whoās doing just that while living in Southeast Asia. From navigating time zones to working with clients in both the UK and US, Lucy shares how sheās shaped a flexible, global business model that works for her familyās lifestyle. We explore the freedom of living abroad, how coaching and counseling intersect in her practice, and how her background in advertising and marketing opened doors to corporate coaching opportunities. If youāve been curious about taking your therapy work international or exploring corporate coaching as part of your career, you wonāt want to miss this one! In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Lucy: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 80. Embracing Solo Travel: Embrace Freedom and Stay Confident with Julie Rose | 23 Jul 2023 | 00:43:41 | |
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.Ā Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā Blog | https://juliedevivre.com/blog Ebook: Money & Mindset: How to Take a Sabbatical | https://juliedevivre.com/ebook/ Travel with Me: Mini-Sabbaticals | https://juliedevivre.com/travel-with-me-mini-sabbatical/Ā Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 79. Maximize Your Savings with Effective Travel Budgeting: Your Guide to Flexible Destinations and Deal-Hunting with Shelly Blancq (Part 2) | 16 Jul 2023 | 00:40:36 | |
This is part 2 of Shelly Blancqās series on Traveling Hacking and Budget Travel.Ā 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. Ā Key Points:
About Shelly Blancq Ā 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 teachersā 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.Ā Ā Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/travel-more/id1664095534
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 78. Maximize Your Savings with Effective Travel Budgeting: Your Guide to Flexible Destinations and Deal-Hunting with Shelly Blancq (Part 1) | 09 Jul 2023 | 00:21:53 | |
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!Ā 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. Ā 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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Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 77. Managing Chronic Illnesses and While Traveling: Essential Tips and Advice with Jasmine Mastrolia | 02 Jul 2023 | 00:39:42 | |
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 theyāll be well taken care of.Ā Ā Ā 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. Ā Key Points:
Ā Connect with Jasmine: Website - jasminemastrolia.com
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 76. Unlocking the Power of AI in Private Practice: Expert Insights and Controversies - A Traveling Therapist Podcast Takeover! | 25 Jun 2023 | 00:52:10 | |
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. Ā 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! Ā 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. Ā 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. Ā 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.Ā Ā 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. Ā 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 dis Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 75. Exploring Challenges & Rewards of Solo Travel as a Telehealth Therapist: Insights on Integration, Connection & Self-Reflection with Kaylee Friedman | 18 Jun 2023 | 00:42:06 | |
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. Ā 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. Ā Website: https://www.kayleerose.life/ Ā Main Points:
Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 74. Unique Travel: Experiences with Trustedhousesitters.com, International Speaking and Teaching Around the World with Christy Jordan | 11 Jun 2023 | 00:40:18 | |
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.Ā Tune in to this episode for an inspiring conversation with Christy and gain valuable insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, and community building. Ā 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.Ā Ā Ā Professional Link: https://msha.ke/askchristy/?fbclid=PAAaYwSyIig1ux26rZTEGxd0EKJAflri9GmrizIgjpzj1nDHxDJIQLy6pBBOE Ā Ā The Traveling Therapist Amazon Store where you can find Christyās book.Ā
Keypoints:
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 73. Navigating Cross-Jurisdictional Practice Permissibility: Insights and Considerations for Therapists | Expert Tips from Person-Centered Tech with Liath Dalton | 04 Jun 2023 | 00:47:13 | |
Navigating Cross-Jurisdictional Practice Permissibility: Insights and Considerations for TherapistsĀ Expert Tips from Person-CenteredĀ Tech
Ā 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. Ā SheĀ discusses how the expiration of the PHE does not significantly impact the temporary practice provisions or the expanded telehealth coverage under Medicare. However, andĀ highlights the importance of checking with private payers as coverage may vary, especially for out-of-network benefits. Ā The conversation shifts to HIPAA compliance and the requirement for therapists to use HIPAA-compliant video platforms and BAA'sĀ with phone service providers, including cell phone providers, as s an alternative. Ā Throughout the episode, LiathĀ stresses the need for therapists to ensure the security of their devices and the importance of safe harbor from HIPAA's breach notification rule.Ā Ā 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 Ā Helping the Helpers Since 2010
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 72. Navigating Substance Use Disorders as a Traveling Therapist: Expert Advice and Strategies for Client Support with Betsy Byler | 28 May 2023 | 00:47:10 | |
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.Ā Ā 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. Ā 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.Ā Ā Betsy Byler, MA, LPC-SAS, ICS, LPCC Mental Health Therapist, Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical SupervisorĀ Host of the All Things Substance Podcast Betsy Byler - Podcast Host - All Things Substance Podcast | LinkedIn Ā Three Episode Main Points:
Ā Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 71. Unlock Growth and Travel Freedom: How Bariatric Evaluations Can Transform Your Therapy Business with Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes | 21 May 2023 | 00:52:14 | |
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.Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā 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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Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 178. How Story Selling Can Attract More Clients with Kris Jones | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:31:06 | |
If youāve ever felt like your marketing was a never-ending hustle, story selling could be the game-changer youāve been looking for. In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with marketing expert Kris Jones about how one powerful, well-told story can work harder than all your scattered marketing tactics combined. Kris explains how her Signature Story-Selling System helps entrepreneurs (including therapists) connect with ideal clients, stand out online, and build trust without feeling salesy. We dive into why you canāt outsource your voice, the key differences between your founderās story and your brand narrative, and how to position yourself as the guide in your clientās journey. If youāve been searching for a way to market yourself with more ease, authenticity, and impact, this conversation will show you exactly where to start. In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Kris: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 70. Utilizing AI for Efficient Travel Planning Navigating Unforeseen Changes- A Traveling Therapists Journey Continues | 14 May 2023 | 00:27:00 | |
In this episode, I take you on a journey through my travels as a traveling therapist andĀ 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. Ā 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.
Ā Lastly, Iām so excited to announce the launch of the Traveling Therapist membership that happenedĀ 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!Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā Founding members can join now at an introductory rate of justĀ $17.99/month. Don't miss this opportunity toĀ become part of our traveling therapist community.Ā Ā Learn More About:
Ā Build a thriving private practice with Alma, your private practice support system.Ā Learn more about Alma. Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 69. From Private Practice to Personal Branding: A Therapist's Journey to Location Independence with Maegan Megginson | 07 May 2023 | 00:43:22 | |
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.Ā Ā 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. Ā 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. Sheās 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 Ā Maegan won the āBest at Everything Awardā in the 8th gradeāan 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, āRest is Revenue!ā Ā Now, Maegan dedicates her life and time to other ambitious therapists who are kicking ass, making bank, and changing the world one brillian Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 68. Listener Question: How Do I Develop Multiple Income Streams to Support my Traveling Therapist Lifestyle? | 30 Apr 2023 | 00:39:04 | |
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. Ā 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. Ā Join us as we explore practical tips for getting started with multiple income streams and how it can revolutionize your private practice.Ā Ā Also, in this episode I introduce two new exciting products Iāve developed! Revolutionize Your Private Practice with AI AND The Traveling Therapist Membership! You can get special early access now by listening to this episode!!Ā Ā āYou want something that really aligns with your values and your expertise.ā Ā 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 Ā The Traveling Therapist Membership: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/travelingtherapistmembership Ā Revolutionize Your Private Practice with AI Course: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/ai Ā Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 Ā The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group:Ā https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Ā Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 67. How to Reverse Engineer Your Life to Achieve Your Travel Goals and Build a Thriving Practice with Ken Donaldson | 23 Apr 2023 | 00:47:15 | |
Ken Donaldson is an experienced counselor, coach, trainer, and educator. He specializes in helping people whoāve struggled with depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma, build healthy relationships, overcome addictive behaviors, and create positive change. Ā 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.Ā Ā He self-publish the book and workbook Marry Your Self First! Say āI DOā 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. Ā 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. Ā Connect with Ken: Keni.lee@verizon.net 727-394-7325 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ken.donaldson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendonaldson/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/kenileed/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kendonaldsonLMHC Ā Key points:
Ā Connect with me: Instagram: TheTravelingTherapist_Kym The Traveling Therapist Membership: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/travelingtherapistmembership Revolutionize Your Private Practice with AI Course: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/ai Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 66. Trailblazing Therapist: Amorette's Journey of Empowering Girls, Exploring the World, and Inspiring Fellow Therapists | 16 Apr 2023 | 00:31:53 | |
Amorette O'Brien is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with anxious adolescents and their families.Ā She is also the creator of Girl Strong, a skill group focused on increasing feelings of connection and confidence in adolescent girls.Ā She is passionate about providing education and support to teens, their families, as well as other clinicians.Ā Ā Ā Key Points:
Ā Connect with Amorette: www.instagram.com/translating_teen Ā 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.Ā Ā 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 Ā Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 65. Digital Nomad Update: A Therapist's Journey Through Travel, Adaptability, and the Telehealth Revolution | 09 Apr 2023 | 00:36:09 | |
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. Ā Keypoints:
Ā 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.Ā Ā 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 Ā Ā Connect with me: Instagram: TheTravelingTherapist_Kym Ā Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 64. Travel Smarter, Earn More: Ultimate Guide to Exploring New Destinations and Generating Income on the Go with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani | 02 Apr 2023 | 00:34:45 | |
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 Ā Key Points:
Ā Connect with Gabrielle: https://gabriellejulianovillani.com/ https://www.medicareconsultingfortherapists.com/ youtube.com/gabriellejulianovillaniĀ 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 Ā 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.Ā Ā My personal referral link is here if you want to schedule an appointment and check them out: https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?grsf=k Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 63. Nomadic Notes: Mastering Remote Workspaces & Wi-Fi Challenges for Traveling Therapists [Listener Question Series] | 26 Mar 2023 | 00:29:55 | |
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! Ā Key Points:Ā
Ā 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.Ā Ā My personal referral link is here if you want to schedule an appointment and check them out: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 62. Journeying Through the Countryside: A Play Therapist's Guide to Exploring Rural Victoria, Australia with Rashidah Fido | 19 Mar 2023 | 00:37:41 | |
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.Ā Ā 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).Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā Connect with Rashidah: https://lionheartedcounselling.com/ Ā Learn More About:Ā
Ā 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.Ā Ā 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 Ā Ā Connect with me: Instagram: TheTravelingTherapist_Kym Ā Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 Ā The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Ā Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 61. Setting Sail for Adventure: The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for a World Cruise with Kids in Tow with Jessica Tappana | 12 Mar 2023 | 00:40:59 | |
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! Ā Learn More About:
Connect with Jessica: Webpage: https://simplifiedseoconsulting.com/ DIY Courses: https://simplifiedseoconsulting.com/online-seo-courses/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedSEOConsulting/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedseo/ Link to the Spring Break Blog Writing Workshop for Therapists happening in Steinhatchee, FL: https://simplifiedseoconsulting.com/blog-writing-workshop-seo-training/ (There are only a few more spots available for this) Ā Ā Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources avail Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 177. The Power of Group Travel for Entrepreneurs with Heather Sutherlin | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:22:54 | |
Ever dreamed of hosting a retreat or planning a trip with your community, but felt overwhelmed by all the logistics? In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, we dive into the world of group travel with Heather Sutherlin, founder of The Travel Bug Girls. Heather shares how a transformational trip with her daughter sparked a thriving business that now helps entrepreneurs bring custom travel experiences to life. Whether youāre a therapist, coach, or creative, group travel can be an incredible way to connect with your audience, grow your brand, and even create new income streams. Heather breaks down exactly how she helps business owners design travel thatās aligned with their goals, vision, and lifestyle. In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Heather: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 60. Unlocking the Power of Travel: Insights for Adjusting to Life Abroad with Diana Liao | 05 Mar 2023 | 00:49:00 | |
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. Ā 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 Ā 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.Ā Ā 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 Ā Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 59. Roaming Resilience: Navigating Vicarious Trauma as a Traveling Therapist with Jenny Hughes | 19 Feb 2023 | 00:35:16 | |
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. Ā 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! Ā 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 Ā Learn More About:
Ā 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.Ā Ā 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 Ā Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 57. How Following Your Joy and Passion Can Lead To Additional Streams of Income with Megan Smith Gunnell | 05 Feb 2023 | 00:35:57 | |
Megan Smith Gunnell is the Founder & Director of the Thriving Well Institute, psychotherapist, speaker, writer, international retreat leader with 24 years experience. Sheās 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!Ā A recovering perfectionist and recklessly brave, she's not afraid of most challenges. Ā Join Megan's Membership, Elevate: https://www.thrivingwellinstitute.com/membership.html#/ Ā Join the Thriving Therapists FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/819786088456375 Ā Find out about Megan's Thrive Retreats and Summits for Therapists: https://www.thrivingwellinstitute.com/retreats.html#/ Ā Find out more about the Gunnell Innovation Culinary Tours: https://www.gunnellinnovation.com/
Learn More About:Ā
Ā 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.Ā Ā 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 Ā Ā Connect with me: Instagram: TheTravelingTherapist_Ky Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 56. One Week Each Year - Curated Experiences for Traveling Professional Women with Ruthie Kalai | 29 Jan 2023 | 00:37:14 | |
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.
Ā 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 o Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 55. Welcoming 2023 with an 11 Day Caribbean Cruise | 22 Jan 2023 | 00:36:10 | |
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? Itās that perfectionism trap. Ā In this episode, I want to hear from you. Iād 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?Ā Ā 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.Ā Ā 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!!Ā Ā Lastly, my new course is launching this week.Ā Ā 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 Ā š„Multi-state licensing š„Business Considerations š„Accounting and Taxes š„Ethical/Legal Considerations š„What to do About Addresses š„Insurance Billing & Credentialing in Multiple States š„Marketing Your Multistate Practice š„Working and Traveling Across State Lines Ā Are you as excited as we are? Doors are open!! https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/multistate Ā Ā 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 Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 54. Travel Hacking 101 with Curt Widhalm | 08 Jan 2023 | 00:32:01 | |
Curt Widhalm is in private practice in the Los Angeles area. He is the co-host for The Modern Therapistās 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. Ā Curt is 1/2 great person, 1/2 provocateur, and 1/2 geek, in that order. He dabbles in the dark art of making ādad jokesā and usually has a half-empty cup of coffee somewhere nearby. Ā Learn More About:
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.Ā Ā My personal referral link here if you want to schedule an appointment and check them out: https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?grsf=kimberly-wqqc1l Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 53. I Moved to France! Life as a Traveling Therapist living in the French Riviera with Victoria Stith | 01 Jan 2023 | 00:48:04 | |
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. Ā If youād like to connect with her, reach out on Linked in or through her website at: https://victoriastith.com/Ā Ā If you or someone you know could benefit from her program that helps adults with IBS pain to reduce their suffering and get their lives back, learn more here: https://bit.ly/HelpForIBS Mindful Boundaries for Parents of Addicted Adult Children Ā Thank you to our Sponsor! Bill Like a Boss Membership: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Ā Connect with me: Instagram: TheTravelingTherapist_Kym Ā Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 Ā The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Ā Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subs Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 51. Art Therapy Isā¦ A Traveling Canadian Art Therapist Shares her Journey! with Jenn Seniuk | 18 Dec 2022 | 00:39:51 | |
Jenn Seniuk is a Provisionally Registered Art Therapist, Certified Canadian Counsellor, founder of Belly Eye Art Therapy and Podcast host to: Art Therapy Is. Ā 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 āThe Traveling Art Therapistā. 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 āThelmaāā¦ once the renovation is complete! Ā Learn more about:
Ā āI'm so passionate about travel. I'm so passionate about advocacy, or mental health. I'm so passionate about connecting to people globally.ā - Jenn Seniuk Ā Connect with Jenn Seniuk: Instagram: @BellyEyeArtTherapy Facebook: BellyEyeArtTherapyĀ Website: bellyeyearttherapy.comĀ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/BellyEye Ā Ā Check out Alma:
Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 50. It's All About The Connections That Help Your Ideas Come To Completion | 11 Dec 2022 | 00:34:53 | |
We moved to Ormond Beach, FL for a month.Ā 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. Ā This month was a month of connecting with friends and family and launching big ideas.Ā Ā I flew into Greensboro for a weekend to see my nephews.Ā 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 daysĀ with my trusted business besties for some much-needed R&R.Ā 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. Ā 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! Ā On my trip to Scottsdale, I solidified my vision for 2023. Ā š The Traveling Therapist membership! Eeek! So excited about this. š Plan a Traveling Therapist live event! Viking Cruise? š Continue to grow Bill Like a Boss and help at least 1000 therapists build their insurance-based practices in 2023. š 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. š 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.Ā Thriving Therapists: https://www.facebook.com/groups/819 Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 49. A Traveling Therapist Living in Galicia, Spain with Jessica Taylor Vara | 04 Dec 2022 | 00:29:34 | |
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! Ā 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. Ā Practicing what she preaches, Jessica is reconnecting with her roots by living in her great grandparentsā 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. Ā Listen in to learn more about her journey and what life as a Traveling Therapist is like in Spain! Ā Connect with Jessica: Phone: (424) 571-2616 Email: info@jessicataylorvara.com Website: www.jessicataylorvara.com Professional Instagram: @jessietaylorvara Personal Instagram: @gringosingalicia
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Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 176. Exploring Freedom Technology for Nomads with Jordi Llonch | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:40:49 | |
Ever wish there was one tool to help you navigate the digital nomad lifestyle with ease? In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I chat with Jordi Llonch about freedom technology for nomads and how Satlantis is aiming to be that one-stop solution. Jordi shares how his background as an airline pilot and serial entrepreneur led him to build tools for freedom seekers just like us. We dive deep into the inspiration behind Satlantis, why itās more than just another social network, and how itās designed specifically to empower nomads to live, work, and connect anywhere in the world. In This Episode, We Exploreā¦
Connect with Jordi: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 48. A True Travel Social Worker - You Can Become One Too! with Alisha Powell | 27 Nov 2022 | 00:39:09 | |
Dr. Alisha Powell has a bachelor's and masterās 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). āA 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.ā Ā Learn More About:
Ā Connect with Alisha Powell: Website Link: www.socialworkexperience.comĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Facebook Group: Social Work Travelers and Remote Positions for Mental Health Clinicians Website: www.socialworkexperience.com Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/How-be-Travel-Social-Worker-ebook/dp/B09DX1336MĀ Ā Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 47. A Traveling Therapists Journey Through Bali and Vietnam with Mary Jo Harmon | 20 Nov 2022 | 00:56:20 | |
Mary Jo Harmon recently obtained a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Memphis.Ā 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.Ā 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.Ā 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. āYou 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.ā Ā Learn More About:
Ā FREE EVENT ALERT:Ā This FREE value-packed event "Insurance Billing Startup Maximizer LIVE" will walk you through the confusing maze of starting insurance billing in your private practice AND set you on the right path to make your dream practice a reality. Ā Hop on the email list for all of the details. https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/e Ā By the end of the two days you will have a better understanding of the following topics: Credentialing Startup Contracting: Whatās Next Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||
| 46. A Year in a Travel Trailer! The Rambling Rumbaugh's Family of 4 with James and Liz Rumbaugh | 13 Nov 2022 | 00:44:10 | |
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. Ā 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! Ā āYou 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.ā Ā Learn More About:
Connect with James and Liz: Ā James Rumbaugh's Psychology Today Profile Page: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/james-k-rumbaugh-asheville-nc/768209 Ā The Rambling Rumbaugh's Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2345857245553098 Ā A big āthank youā to SuperBill for sponsoring this episode of our show. SuperBill supports you as a provider while making it easy for your clients to get money back for out-of-network care. They offer free benefits checks and submit your clientsā superbills directly to their insurance so they can be reimbursed faster and save money on their therapy visits. Learn more at ā. TheSuperBill.com/KymTolson Ā Connect with me: Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected!
The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym | |||