Episodios

  • 129. Freedom to Heal: How Christie Hays Redefines Therapy Beyond the Office Walls

    129. Freedom to Heal: How Christie Hays Redefines Therapy Beyond the Office Walls
    Jul 28 2024
    In this episode of The Traveling Therapist, I dive into an enriching conversation with Christie Hays, who has revolutionized her therapy practice by transitioning to a fully virtual format. Christie, a solo practitioner, embraces telehealth to manage her chronic health conditions effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance. She opens up about incorporating her intuitive skills into her therapeutic approach, enhancing her connection with clients and guiding them more profoundly. Christie also shares her journey of founding a coaching business aimed at helping therapists build sustainable virtual practices. This venture not only supports other therapists in navigating their professional paths but also empowers them to harness their unique intuitive gifts, ensuring their practices are as fulfilling as they are successful. Key Points Christie transitioned to 100% telehealth during the pandemic, enhancing her ability to manage chronic illnesses while maintaining a professional practice. Empowering the Intuitive Self: Christie emphasizes embracing and trusting one's intuitive abilities, transforming how therapists interact with their clients and themselves, fostering a deeper connection and understanding. Coaching for Sensitive Therapists: Christie has tailored her coaching programs specifically for therapists who are sensitive and may be managing their own chronic conditions, helping them create sustainable practices that cater to their unique needs. About Christie Hays: Christie Hays (she/they) is a therapist and business coach dedicated to helping highly sensitive, empath, and intuitive therapists overcome burnout so that they can create thriving, sustainable, and full private pay practices. As a highly sensitive, empath, and intuitive person herself, Christie understands the unique challenges of running a healing business while feeling and expressing deeply. After experiencing almost career ending burnout working in hospitals and agencies, Christie started her own private practice growing from just 3 clients every other week to full within 10 months. Combining her experience as a full private pay therapist along with a background in corporate training and public speaking, Christie founded the SoulFULL Practice Academy to provide business coaching tailored to the specific needs of the highly sensitive, empath, and intuitive healer in private practice. She brings a wealth of real-world experience to her coaching focusing on teaching therapists how to attract their ideal private pay clients, implement sustainable business practices while shedding the practices that contribute to burnout, and the importance of creating a mindset that empowers you and your business. Her compassionate approach and practical insights make her a sought-after speaker and coach in the mental health and wellness community. Connect with Christie: https://www.instagram.com/christiehayscoaching/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/soulfullpracticeacademy Connect with me: Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    30 m
  • 128. From Ashes to Adventure: Losing Everything in a Fire Opens Doors to a Nomadic Lifestyle with Tristan McBain

    128. From Ashes to Adventure: Losing Everything in a Fire Opens Doors to a Nomadic Lifestyle with Tristan McBain
    Jul 21 2024
    Join us in this inspirational episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, where Tristan McBain shares her compelling journey from a conventional lifestyle to full-time nomadism. Following a series of transformative experiences, including a pivotal apartment fire, Tristan discovered that true fulfillment comes from within. She now travels the world while managing a virtual therapy practice and coaching other therapists on how to embrace a nomadic lifestyle. Discover how Tristan navigates the challenges and joys of living on the road, maintaining a relationship dynamic that allows for independent travel, and setting up a travel-friendly therapy practice. Key Points: Embracing Change Through Crisis: Tristan's journey to nomadism was catalyzed by personal crises. Nomadic Lifestyle and Professional Practice: Tristan travels full-time while successfully running a virtual therapy practice and coaching other therapists. Empowering Therapists for Nomadic Success: Through her coaching business, she focuses on both practical and mindset aspects. About Tristan McBain: I am a full-time traveling nomadic therapist and coach. I had just graduated with my PhD and was on a national job search when the pandemic hit. My life as I knew it changed but I eventually saw there was an opportunity to build toward something I wanted even more. At the end of 2021 I left my home state to begin traveling full time. I eventually started my own virtual private practice, where I specialize in couples and sex therapy, and just recently started my journey into coaching for digital nomads. Connect with Tristan: FB Business page: https://www.facebook.com/share/TCgh6aUr33MmjwPa/?mibextid=qi20mg Website: www.iwanderwhatsnext.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanderwhatsnext.llc?igsh=Y3dqbHhtNzE1M2NO FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/nomadictherapy Sponsored by Berries: I love using AI in my private practice, but HIPAA is a huge concern when I'm writing my progress notes!! I've been using Berries.icu to write my notes and I can't believe how easy it is to use! Click the link here and use coupon code: 50FromKym and write notes for free! 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    36 m
  • 127. From Courtroom to Coastline: How One Therapist Turned His Passion for Travel Into a Thriving Remote Practice! with Paul Collette

    127. From Courtroom to Coastline: How One Therapist Turned His Passion for Travel Into a Thriving Remote Practice! with Paul Collette
    Jul 14 2024
    In this episode, I converse with Paul Collette, a seasoned college professor and therapist who seamlessly integrates his passion for travel with his professional life. Throughout our conversation, Paul shares his transformative journey from a traditional therapy setting to adopting a lifestyle that combines his love for travel and his commitment to providing mental health support. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of moving his practice online, which COVID-19 significantly catalyzed, and how this shift has allowed him to maintain a flexible lifestyle, traveling extensively with his family while continuing to serve his clients effectively. I delve into the specifics of managing a traveling therapy practice with Paul, including the importance of reliable internet connectivity and the selection of suitable environments for work while abroad. He emphasizes the value of understanding local resources and maintaining professional integrity, especially when dealing with clients across different states. Our conversation also touches on the broader implications of remote work, including the need to navigate licensing and regulatory challenges across jurisdictions. Paul's narrative is not just about balancing work and travel; it's a testament to the evolving landscape of therapy where digital nomadism and professional practice converge. Key points Paul Collette highlights how he transitioned from a conventional therapy practice to a mobile, travel-friendly model. The importance of reliable technology and local knowledge in maintaining an effective traveling therapy practice was discussed. Paul shares insights on the regulatory aspects of working remotely, underscoring the importance of compliance and ethical considerations in a digital nomad lifestyle. About Paul Collette: Paul Collette is a retired federal probation officer, ex-military and current therapist (specializing in addiction counseling and co-occurring disorders) and full-time college professor. He devoted a significant portion of his career to the supervision of federal sexual offenders. Paul have many interesting stories to share as well my own personal experience with PTSD with that offender population and being exposed to child pornography and that particular offender population. After retirement, pivoted into the personal counseling space and opened his own private practice serving men in recovery. For the past two years, he spent summers in Mexico with his wife and two young children navigating running his practice remotely. Paul’s LinkedIn profile has additional information about my professional background. Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulcollette/ https://sapservicesct.com/ Sponsored by Berries: I love using AI in my private practice, but HIPAA is a huge concern when I'm writing my progress notes!! I've been using Berries.icu to write my notes and I can't believe how easy it is to use! Click the link here and use coupon code: 50FromKym and write notes for free! 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    39 m
  • 126. Master the Art of Living Overseas: Dr. Ciji Blue's Insights on Expat Adjustment

    126. Master the Art of Living Overseas: Dr. Ciji Blue's Insights on Expat Adjustment
    Jul 7 2024
    In this captivating episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ciji Blue, a seasoned therapist and military contractor living in Sicily, to delve into the intricacies of transitioning from a traditional therapy role to embracing a globe-trotting lifestyle. Dr. Blue shares her personal and professional journey, detailing her initial move from community mental health in North Carolina to working with military families abroad, which kickstarted her decade-long adventure across various continents. The conversation explores the unique challenges and adjustments expats face, particularly when moving with a military spouse, and how these experiences shape both personal and professional growth. Dr. Blue discusses the logistical and emotional aspects of living overseas, such as dealing with local infrastructure issues, cultural adjustments, and the profound sense of community found in expat environments. She provides insights into the professional pathways for therapists wishing to work internationally, emphasizing the importance of understanding local regulations and leveraging opportunities with contracting companies that cater to military and expat communities. The podcast sheds light on the crucial support systems necessary for expats and military families to thrive in foreign countries, highlighting Dr. Blue's role in facilitating these transitions through her coaching and therapeutic work. Key points: Dr. Ciji Blue outlines her transformative journey from community mental health in the U.S. to supporting military and expat communities globally. The discussion reveals the critical need for expats to navigate cultural and logistical challenges to achieve personal and professional fulfillment abroad. Dr. Blue offers valuable advice for therapists interested in working internationally, including how to navigate licensing and employment opportunities across different countries. About Dr. Ciji Blue: Dr. Ciji L. Blue is a licensed psychotherapist who nourishes her soul with pure adventure, travel, and curiosity. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Dr. Ciji has lived and practiced across three continents since 2014, and visited over 30+ countries. From volunteering with Syrian refugees to bringing culturally competent care to expats in Tokyo, Dr. Ciji welcomes the chance to learn. In her various roles, Dr. Ciji helps expats with cross cultural adjustment issues and international military families and service members adjust to their new normal. Dr. Ciji hopes to continue to break societal expectations while highlighting the expansive field of social work. Connect with Dr. Ciji: https://thetravellingsocialworker.com www.introspectivebhc.com 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    28 m
  • 125. From Solo Practice to Freedom: The Journey to a Seven-Figure Therapy Business with Nicole McCance

    125. From Solo Practice to Freedom: The Journey to a Seven-Figure Therapy Business with Nicole McCance
    Jun 30 2024
    In this episode, I sit down with Nicole McCance, a renowned business coach for therapists, to delve into the transformative journey from being a traditional therapist to a globe-trotting professional managing a group practice. Nicole shares her compelling story, revealing how the birth of her twins catalyzed her shift from a solo practitioner to creating a multimillion-dollar group practice that operates seamlessly without her constant oversight. The discussion pivots to practical strategies for therapists looking to scale their businesses, emphasizing the importance of automation and effective systematization to ensure a practice can thrive independently of its founder. Nicole also unpacks the details of her Clinic Growth Map program, which has helped over 700 therapists achieve remarkable success. She offers actionable advice on how to prepare a therapy business not just for operational efficiency but for potential future sale, ensuring it can provide sustained revenue with minimal direct involvement. This episode is rich with guidance on harnessing digital marketing, leveraging AI, and building a practice culture that aligns with personal freedom and professional growth. Key points: Discover how Nicole McCance transitioned from a solo practice to leading a thriving group therapy business, paving the way for therapists to achieve independence and financial freedom. Learn about the Clinic Growth Map program, which equips therapists with the tools to automate, scale, and potentially sell their practices while maintaining a high quality of life. Gain insights into creating a successful therapy practice that supports a traveling lifestyle, emphasizing systematization, staff training, and maintaining a strong company culture through virtual platforms. About Nicole McCance: Nicole is a Psychologist (retired) turned Business Coach for therapists scaling to a group practice. She expanded her private practice to 55 therapists and multiple 7 figures in 3 years (with toddler twins at home). Nicole sold her clinic in the 4th year and then retired as a Psychologist in her 5th year. She now teaches therapists how to help more people, make more money and have more freedom following her proven method. Catch her top-rated business podcast every week, The Business Savvy Therapist or her strategies on instagram nicole.mccancemethod Free masterclass: https://mccancemethod.com/webinar-free-masterclass-from-solo-to-superteam/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-business-savvy-therapist/id1681659688 Instagram: @nicole.mccancemethod Website: https://mccancemethod.com/ Sponsored by Berries: I love using AI in my private practice, but HIPAA is a huge concern when I'm writing my progress notes!! I've been using Berries.icu to write my notes and I can't believe how easy it is to use! Click the link here and use coupon code: 50FromKym and write notes for free! 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    32 m
  • 124. How California’s Scenic Beauty Fuels This Therapist’s Unique Practice with Christine Kay Wong

    124. How California’s Scenic Beauty Fuels This Therapist’s Unique Practice with Christine Kay Wong
    Jun 23 2024
    In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I have a delightful chat with Christine Wong, a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles. Christine opens up about her journey from being a traditional therapist to becoming a traveling therapist within the diverse landscapes of California. We dive into her passion for exploring California’s scenic gems, her innovative approach to integrating travel with her private practice, and her fascinating dissertation work focused on self-care for Chinese Americans. Join us as we explore how Christine balances her professional responsibilities with her love for travel, and the unique ways she enriches her practice through her experiences. Key Points: Hybrid Therapy Practice: Christine shares her approach to maintaining a hybrid therapy practice, offering both telehealth and in-person sessions, and how she incorporates travel into her work routine without compromising on client care. Walk-and-Talk Therapy: We delve into the concept of walk-and-talk therapy, where Christine meets clients in serene, secluded parks, combining the therapeutic process with the benefits of being outdoors. She discusses how this method can provide a refreshing alternative to the traditional office setting. Dissertation on Self-Care: Christine provides insights into her dissertation, which examines self-care practices among Chinese Americans. She highlights the cultural nuances and historical contexts that shape these practices and the importance of addressing these unique challenges within the community. About Christine Kay Wong: After a decade in the real estate industry representing homeowners in the San Gabriel Valley and Greater Los Angeles, Christine Kay Wong shifted gears to align her career with her core values. She took a leap of faith to pursue a degree in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University, and is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Strategic Coach. Christine is dedicated to helping individuals and families embrace self-care and wellness, addressing challenges such as childhood traumas, grief, cultural stressors, and corporate burnout. As the dedicated owner of Momentum Mindfulness Family Counseling, Christine passionately guides her clients toward empowerment and healing. She is currently immersed in her dissertation on self-care in generational trauma. Outside of her professional pursuits, Christine enjoys long walks, audiobooks, and progressive house music. She also loves tennis, ping pong, and exploring the California coast, finding joy and inspiration in hearing stories of vulnerability and resilience. Additionally, Christine delights in diverse dining experiences in the San Gabriel Valley, enriching her appreciation for various cuisines. Sponsored by Berries: I love using AI in my private practice, but HIPAA is a huge concern when I'm writing my progress notes!! I've been using Berries.icu to write my notes and I can't believe how easy it is to use! Click the link here and use coupon code: 50FromKym and write notes for free! 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    27 m
  • 123. Roads Less Traveled: A Therapist’s Tale of Van Life, International Dreams, and Finding Home with Steven Mollura

    123. Roads Less Traveled: A Therapist’s Tale of Van Life, International Dreams, and Finding Home with Steven Mollura
    Jun 9 2024

    In the latest episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, Kym Tolson reconnects with Steven Mollura, a returning guest whose journey encapsulates the dynamic lifestyle of a traveling therapist. Steven dives into the transitions he has navigated from apartment living to van life and back to having a stable home base while still embarking on adventures. He shares his experiences and lessons learned from living on the road, the logistics of maintaining a mobile practice, and his plans for an exploratory trip to Japan aimed at expanding his counseling services internationally.

    Key Points:

    • Steven Mollura has transitioned from van life back to having a home base, continuing to integrate travel with his professional life as a therapist.

    • He discusses the challenges and exhilarations of mobile living, including the logistics of maintaining a therapy practice on the go.

    • Steven is planning a trip to Japan to potentially expand his therapy services internationally, reflecting on the preparatory steps and research involved in practicing overseas.

    About Steven Mollura:

    Steven is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in sexual health, fear and self-sabotage, and empowerment. He offers honest and open therapeutic support to help clients face the fears holding them back from the lives they want. He loves helping clients heal the shame, hurt, and anxiety around past trauma, unhealthy relationships, and toxic upbringings. Therapy with Steven involves deep collaboration to gain insight into personality, gain courage, work towards beneficial behavior changes, and reach goals.

    Steven has worked in a variety of settings with a wide array of populations including psychiatric hospitals, substance treatment, palliative care, and private practice. He is a US Army Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also specializes in working with pissed-off men who can run towards gunfire but can’t tell their dad they love him. He is licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida and is offering telehealth counseling sessions only at this time.


    For more information check out Steven’s website at www.prosperitycc.com

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    45 m
  • 122. Discover How Authenticity Therapy Is Changing Lives Across the Globe with Yudit Maros

    122. Discover How Authenticity Therapy Is Changing Lives Across the Globe with Yudit Maros
    Jun 2 2024
    In this episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, Kym chats with Yudit Maros, a therapist who has creatively merged her passion for travel with her professional life. Yudit shares her journey from traditional therapy to pioneering her own therapeutic modality known as Authenticity Therapy. She details how this approach, which emphasizes the integration of inner child work and self-love practices, came to life through extensive research and is now taught globally. Yudit also discusses the logistics and inspiration behind organizing therapeutic retreats in picturesque locations like southern Italy, providing a dual experience of external exploration and profound internal healing. **Key Points:** 1. Yudit Maros developed Authenticity Therapy after a decade of research, creating a therapeutic model that combines inner child work and self-love practices, now shared through international retreats and workshops. 2. The episode dives into how therapists can blend personal passions such as travel with their professional endeavors to enrich both their personal lives and therapeutic practice. 3. Yudit emphasizes the importance of therapists undergoing their own healing and self-discovery processes to effectively help their clients, illustrating this through her retreats that provide both professional development and personal rejuvenation. About Yudit Maros: Yudit is a psychotherapist in private practice, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and the author of Apple of My I: The Four Practices of Self-Love. She is the originator of Authenticity Therapy, a new synthesis and integration in the field of psychotherapy, based on seven years of research about what helps people get well in therapy. It is a body-centered approach that focuses on one's ability to self-parent in a caring way. She also lead continuing education retreats for therapists, in the US and worldwide. Yudith travel while she teach how to stay at home within yourself, in a delicious inner connection with your Inner Child. She like to have it all! Her favorite place is the South of Italy, where she regularly teach an experiential introduction to Authenticity Therapy. Beautiful places in the US, Costa Rica, France, and Hungary are some other places where she travel and teach Certification courses in Authenticity Therapy. Website: www.yuditmaros.com You will find my retreats posted at Authenticity Therapy Retreats and CEU's for Mental Health Professionals on Facebook. 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: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3 The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast: Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox
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    31 m