Marketing Your Mental Health Services with Social Media
Nov 06, 2023
Strategies for Marketing Your Therapy Service on Social Media
In this incisive episode of "Scaling Therapy Practice", host James Marland, with esteemed colleagues Lisa Mustard and Steve Beso, shares insights on marketing therapy services using the power of social media. The discussion dives deep into the significance of having a well-crafted marketing strategy that harmonizes with the unique personality of individual therapists.
Understanding Your Audience
For any therapy practice looking to grow, understanding the target audience is the first step. Steve articulates the importance of appealing to a specific audience and navigates the conversation to the concept of personal branding. He states, *"[if] you start off with a question or offer a solution in your response, I think that's what's important."* He underlines the value of having a consistent theme, concluding, *"[if] you're consistent with your message...then you’re on the right track."
Harnessing Your Unique Personality
When it comes to nurturing a unique personal brand for your practice, authenticity is intrinsic. Remember, people are attracted to individuals and services that resonate with them. Lisa speaks on the power of authenticity when she says, *"[if] you’re going to build a brand, you’ve got to put yourself out there…and if your stuff is good, it's shareable."* She reminds listeners that social media can be beneficial when used as a stepping stone to forge more personal connections — like growing an email list.
Using Social Media Effectively for Your Therapy Services
A fundamental factor in efficacious social media marketing is of a keen understanding of the platforms each practice uses. Lisa advises selecting two platforms where your target audience is mostly found, and focusing on becoming proficient at using these selected platforms. James, in agreement, believes that creating a strong unified personality can generate a robust social media presence.
The Power of Levity and Authenticity
Steve shared his personal experience with making his social media content more relatable and engaging. He noticed that posts with an approach of levity, consistent with his personal brand, performed better than posts that were more clinical. Steve shares, *"[if] you use levity, creating this consistency, that’s what is important."*
The Need for Consistency
Both James and Lisa, underscore the importance of consistency in your posts. Lisa says that having an interactive presence on social media — providing consistent value — is what makes you memorable. Adding to this, James shared how he connected with his audience on a personal level, realizing that showcasing his love for Legos and Marvel movies made him more relatable to like-minded individuals.
In conclusion, to effectively market your mental health services and grow your therapy practice, providers should understand their audience, harness their unique personalities, use appropriate social media platforms, and maintain content consistency while incorporating a degree of levity. This strategy will help them strengthen their brand and scale their therapy practice more effectively.
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Episode Resources
- Lisa mentioned this show: How Therapists Can Identify and Engage Their Target Audience with Rebekah Hudson
- Buffer - post once and let Buffer take care of the rest
Connect with our Hosts
- Lisa Mustard - The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard
- Steve Bisson - Finding Your Way Through Therapy
- Dawn Gabriel - Soul Care for Therapists
- James Marland - Course Creation Studio
Episode Highlights
00:12 Introduction and Welcoming the Co-hosts
00:37 Discussing the Importance of Social Media in Marketing Mental Health Services
00:45 Sharing Personal Experiences and Challenges
03:04 Introduction to Social Media Tools: Buffer
06:03 The Role of Social Media in Business Growth
06:17 Choosing the Right Social Media Platform
06:26 The Power of Pinterest in Marketing
10:27 The Impact of Social Media on Business
10:41 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Social Media Marketing
17:54 The Success Stories and Lessons Learned from Social Media Marketing
20:57 The Importance of Building a Personal Brand
23:25 The Role of Ads in Social Media Marketing
24:34 The Importance of Consistency and Authenticity in Social Media Marketing
42:53 The Power of Podcasting in Building a Personal Brand
48:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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