145. Making the Leap and Transitioning to a Traveling Therapist with Laurie Amado

The Traveling Therapist Podcast

What does it really take to transition to a traveling therapist lifestyle? For Laurie Amato, it’s been about listening to her heart, taking small, intentional steps, and staying open to what’s possible. Laurie, the founder of Rooted Restoration, started her career in non-profit work in chilly Philadelphia, where making a difference was her driving force. Private practice wasn’t part of her original plan, but as her dreams of where she wanted to live evolved, she found herself taking the leap—first into private practice and then into a new life as a traveling therapist.
Now recently living in Jamaica, Laurie is combining her love for helping others with her passion for adventure. In this episode, she shares how she made the shift, the careful steps she took to ensure her practice could support her move to a new country, and how she’s building meaningful connections in her new home. Laurie’s story is a powerful reminder that creating a life filled with purpose and possibility doesn’t happen overnight—it’s about trusting the process and moving forward, one step at a time.
In This Episode, We Explore…

• Laurie’s journey from non-profit work to transitioning to a traveling therapist.
• How she carefully planned each step, including building her client base before moving.
• What it’s really like living and working in Jamaica as a therapist.
• The lessons Laurie has learned about balancing work, travel, and personal growth.
• Advice for therapists considering a similar transition.

Connect with Laurie:
https://www.rootedrestoration.com
https://www.instagram.com/rootedrestoration

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Connect with me:

• Instagram: @thetravelingtherapist_kym
• The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/
• The Traveling Therapist Website & Offers:
  www.thetravelingtherapist.com

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