134. The One Upgrade that Transformed My Therapy Business Overnight with Lindsay Haverslew

You know that feeling when you stumble across a hidden gem during your travels? That burst of excitement because you've found something truly special? That’s exactly how I felt after my chat with Lindsey Haverslu. Her journey from a traditional therapist to a globetrotting, multi-passionate entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. Picture this: Starting in Thailand during a global pandemic, Lindsey turned her dream into reality against all odds. So many of you email me, saying you want to start your traveling therapist journey now—not stuck in the States, but out there in the world. Lindsey did just that, and it’s a game-changer. What struck me was her fearless leap, especially when her business wasn’t yet enough to sustain her. She took a calculated risk, leaned into social media, and boom! She built a thriving practice with thousands of followers on Instagram and even brought on associates. Imagine the freedom that kind of success gives you. Lindsey also created Solaceseekers Collective, a supportive space for Betrayed Partners. Her passion, mixed with travel narratives, makes her not just a therapist, but a beacon of hope and transformation for her clients. It’s proof that pursuing your passion can serve others in profound ways. Whether you’re grappling with the complexities of licensing or craving other income streams for more travel freedom, Lindsey’s story is your roadmap. She’s balancing private practice, a booming social media presence, and, soon enough, hosting a retreat in Guatemala. The biggest takeaway? Don’t be afraid to showcase your unique lifestyle within your practice. Authenticity draws the right clients to you. Use your travels not just for personal growth but as an extension of the healing work you do with your clients.   Key Points:  Lindsay Haverslew transformed her therapy practice by embracing travel and entrepreneurship, starting her journey in Thailand during the pandemic. By leveraging social media, Lindsay grew a thriving therapy business, gaining thousands of followers and expanding her practice with associates. She founded Solaceekers Collective to support Betrayed Partners, blending her therapeutic skills with her passion for travel and community-building. About Lindsay Haverslew: I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (from Canada) specializing in betrayal trauma recovery. I launched my private practice as a side gig to my agency job in January 2020. When everything went virtual with the pandemic, I began to see this as an opportunity to travel and work, and in January 2021 I took a leave of absence from my agency job, moved to Thailand for 10 months and have never looked back. I've really been on the move since then and have bounced around from place to place, returning to Thailand several times, as well as to Mexico, Colombia, England, Scotland, Laos and the U.S. I have learned I tend to get itchy feet around the 3 month mark somewhere and need to pack up and move again! For 3 years I had a challenging time filling my practice through traditional marketing like Psychology Today and a website, so I decided to do some research on marketing on Instagram. Within a few short months I was no longer accepting new clients and within one year I had hired 4 associates onto my team to keep up with requests. We are all 100% virtual and I am thrilled that I can create opportunities for other travelling therapists! I really enjoy using Instagram as a marketing tool as I find it to be an incredible creative outlet, and I absolutely love sharing what I have learned with others who are looking to build their caseloads using IG as well.    Connect with Lindsay: Website: https://www.lostandfoundcounselling.com/ Instagram: @the.betrayal.trauma.therapist   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