Episode Details

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/

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Connect with me:

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