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"The Expat Therapist: Navigating Mental Health Abroad" is a podcast that offers insights, advice, and strategies for expats needing guidance with mental health struggles on their journey and guidance for individuals anticipating a move abroad. Hosted by a licensed clinical therapist and fellow expat, the show aims to help listeners overcome the unique challenges of moving and living abroad and achieve greater well-being and happiness.
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Living abroad as an American right now comes with a complicated mix of emotions. Relief. Guilt. Fear. Gratitude. And a deep concern for the people we love who are still back home. In this episode, I speak honestly about what it feels like to live outside of the U.S. during a time of rising hatred, instability, and collective grief. I share why the sense of relief I feel living abroad exists right alongside guilt for feeling it. This conversation isn’t about politics — it’s about humanity, saf...
Feeling stuck, lonely, or frustrated in your expat journey? It’s not you—it’s your support system. In this episode, I dive into one of the most overlooked challenges of living abroad: expecting your old friends, family, or familiar networks to meet your new emotional needs. Learn why your nervous system thrives on shared experiences, how co-regulation and feeling understood play a vital role in mental health, and why connecting with like-minded expats or supportive communities is non-negotiab...
Moving abroad is one of the most exciting and life-changing decisions you can make—but let’s be real, it’s not all sunsets and sightseeing. As both a therapist and an expat, I’ve lived through the messy middle of culture shock, identity shifts, and the emotional toll of starting over in a new country. In this episode, I’m sharing the five things I wish I knew before leaving the states—you’ll walk away with tools and truths to carry with you into your expat journey. If you’re dreaming of movin...
After two months away, I’m back behind the mic — and this episode is all about permission to be tired. As expats, we carry so much: the stress of navigating a new culture, the loneliness of building life from scratch, the weight of leaving behind family and familiarity. And yet, so often we guilt ourselves for needing rest. In this episode, I share why I stepped away from the podcast, what living in Spain has taught me about slowing down, and how giving myself permission to rest didn’t set me...
Let's talk about what really happens when the chaos quiets and you’re no longer running on autopilot. The emotions. The buried fears. The parts of you that hustle tried to silence. We’re diving into: 💭 Why hustle is often a trauma response — and why slowing down can feel terrifying 💔 What rises to the surface when you finally rest 🌀 The emotional detox that often happens after you let yourself just "be" 🌿 How to navigate the discomfort of stillness and build a life rooted in self-tru...
You’ve been dreaming about moving abroad, or maybe you're already there! But there’s one nagging thought that won’t leave you alone… What if I regret it? Fear of making/having made the wrong decision keeps so many of us stuck in place, choosing the comfort of the familiar over the unknown. But here’s the truth—regret often comes from not taking the leap, not from trying and learning along the way. In this episode, we’re breaking down: ✅ Why the fear of regret is really a fear of uncerta...
Alright, this episode gets a little woo-woo—but hear me out. I’ve seen people with plenty of money stay stuck because their limiting beliefs kept them trapped in fear. And I’ve seen people (myself included) take the leap abroad with very little in the bank—but with the right mindset—and thrive. So, what’s really stopping you from making your move? Is it the actual money, or is it the story you’ve been telling yourself about money? In this episode, we go beyond budgeting and spreadsheets (alth...
In this episode, we explore how moving abroad can be a powerful tool for healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. From breaking free of old patterns to creating a life that aligns with your true self, we’ll discuss: ✨ How a new environment can shift your mindset and emotional well-being ✨ The connection between physical relocation and inner healing ✨ Letting go of past versions of yourself and embracing reinvention ✨ Practical ways to use your expat experience for personal transfor...
Moving abroad is an adventure that promises excitement, growth, and new beginnings. But in the process of adjusting to a new culture, making new friends, and starting fresh, it’s easy to feel like you’re losing touch with the core of who you are. In this episode, we’ll dive into how to stay rooted in your identity while embracing the expat experience. You’ll discover practical strategies to hold onto the values, habits, and passions that make you you—while still allowing room for growth and t...
The fear of the unknown can either be the best thing that happens to you, or the worst. The positive is, you get to choose which one! In today's episode, I am normalizing the fear of the unknown and giving you actionable steps to overcome it so that you can move forward and continue making your dreams turn into a reality. It would be such a shame to let something so common, stop you in your tracks of accomplishing something so life-changing and potentially being the best thing that couuld eve...
It's the Holiday SEASSSOONNNN.🎁🎄🎅🎎🪔Which comes with so much fun and joy but also missing out on our familiar traditions in our OG homes! So in today's episode we are talking about how to inspire and empower expats to make the holiday season meaningful by blending personal traditions with local customs, creating a unique and fulfilling festive experience. ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here
In today's episode we are talking about how to learn and trust yourself and your intuition, understanding and using fear to become a motivator in your move abroad, and of course some helpful tips on how to do these things successfully and WHY they are so important to having a successful move abroad/expat journey. ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here
Maybe you want to move abroad (or already have moved!) for new opportunities, or work, or cultural exposure, or....BEAUTIFUL MEN. Whatever the reason, the illusion only lasts so long. Here is where the mental strength has to come in, you have to find ways to continue to thrive in order to experience your moving abroad journey in all its beauty. That's we discuss along with some practical tips to gain mental strength, no matter where you are in your expat journey ✨
Today's episode is full of FAQ's that the average person has before making a move abroad! ✨ Apply for the Moving Abroad Mastermind here
1. Recognize that you are burnt out. 2. Challenge your mindset to appreciate this "Waiting Stage" 3. Reignite motivation and ease the burnout 4. Manage your mental health 5. Rebuild momentum! 6. EMBRACE where you are, because you are right where you are supposed to be.
Experiencing burnout as an expat? Been there, done that. Today's episode is all about my experiences in the last few months with burnout and my new journey of being pregnant as an expat, in a country whose native tongue isn't my first language!
Are you a current expat dealing with missing out of some big moments from home? Or maybe you are anticipating a move abroad and FOMO is one of the reasons holding you back from conquering your international move. Either way, this episode is for you. Find out how to deal emotionally and mentally when life life's and you find yourself missing out on a big moment from home. To work with Ariel: ✨ Info and application for the Moving Abroad Mastermind HERE ✨ Go HERE for the Craft Your Career Abro...
Is it just me or are road trip talks usually the best conversations ever? That is exactly how Ariel and her friend, Patricia, felt during their road trip from Valencia to Barcelona, and what motivated them to just hit the record button. They talk about life, running from traumas, healing journey's, to Patricia's rough draft of her Expat Blueprint for settling into expatriation. So get ready for a raw, vulnerable, and unrehearsed road trip talk between two expats living their best lives ab...
Does the thought of not having your support system when you move abroad give you anxiety? Or not sure how you can maintain certain relationships with such distance after you make your move abroad? Today's episode goes over how to ensure that you are doing just enough to maintain and nurture those loving relationships so your move abroad doesn't have to break friendships. Of course, we can't control the actions and behaviors of others...so at least we can ensure we are doing everything we ...
My self-esteem journey has been up and down and up and down and now that I am back on the up up up, I am realizing how important it is as an expat! Moving abroad - as we know - isn't an easy task, so listen in to today's episode to find out why self-esteem could be the missing link to your successful move. To work with Ariel: ✨ Info and application for the Moving Abroad Mastermind HERE ✨ Go HERE for the Craft Your Career Abroad course.
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