When you're trying to grow your counselling private practice, it's tempting to think you have to be the best to be successful. But maybe that belief is holding you back.
In this episode, I explore an online trend of defining your service by comparing it with others. Is this a true sign of confidence or does it reveal a deeper sense of scarcity and self-doubt?
And if you believe that you have to compete and be the best, what impact does this have on your confidence, your marketing and even your nervous system regulation?
Perhaps the real key to attracting clients isn't trying to be better than everyone else. It's trusting that who you are is already enough to connect with the people you're most able to help.
Takeaways:
- Why believing you have to be the best is part of a scarcity mindset
- How comparison can undermine your confidence and marketing
- The difference between the "best" therapist and the "best-fit" therapist
- How being more yourself, rather than trying to impress everyone, can help you attract the clients who resonate with you
- Why your uniqueness is one of your greatest strengths in private practice
Reflection:
Do you believe there are enough people out there who will choose you - simply because you're you?
Spend a few moments noticing your answer. If it's "I'm not sure", my resources on niching and marketing for therapists, together with Therapy Growth Group, may help you build your private practice in a way that feels authentic.
If you're looking for practical marketing advice for therapists, private practic etips and support to attract more counselling clients, you'll find links to all the resources mentioned below.
To find out more about my short workshops, click HERE, and for Therapy Growth Group, click HERE
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
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My website: josephinehughes.com
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