Episode 202

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Published on:

29th May 2025

Stop Chasing Clients: How to Get Found by Your Ideal Therapy Clients

If you’re a therapist, you probably didn’t train to become a marketer or to feel like you’re in some sort of marketing talent show, trying to prove yourself to everyone.

The whole idea of “attracting clients” can feel… off. Like you’re tap dancing for attention, competing with other therapists, and constantly performing.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to.

Today, I’m sharing a small but powerful mindset shift that can make marketing feel easier and more aligned with your values. No convincing, no manipulation, no performance.

Let’s talk about shifting from attracting clients to simply getting found by the people who already need you.

What We’ll Cover:

💛 Why “attracting clients” feels so uncomfortable for therapists

💛 The common fears around visibility and marketing

💛 The subtle manipulation in traditional marketing and why it doesn’t sit well

💛 How shifting to getting found by therapy clients changes everything

💛 Real-life examples to help you feel the difference

💛 Simple, practical ways to start getting found without feeling salesy or pushy

💛 Why blogging is a perfect fit for therapists wanting to build trust and visibility

Key Takeaways:

✅ You’re already enough, you don’t have to prove or perform

✅ Getting found is about trust, not tactics

✅ Visibility fear is real, but you can show up in a way that feels safe and authentic

✅ Marketing doesn’t have to be manipulative; it can be a gentle, human way to serve and connect

Connect with Me:

If this episode sparked something for you, I’d love to hear about it!

Send me a DM on Instagram @growyourprivatepractice or email me at jane@janetravis.co.uk.

If you’re ready to start getting found but not sure how, reach out. I’m here to help.

And if you'd like to checkout my free and paid resources, take a look at my Start Here page

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About the Podcast

The Grow Your Private Practice Show
Helping Therapists Attract More Clients More Easily
I’m Jane and I’m an ex therapist that now works with other counsellors to grow their private practice, hence the name of the show.

I’m the author of the Grow Your Private Practice book and also run the Grow Your Private Practice membership, where counsellors can get together and learn all about marketing

Okay, that’s the official stuffy 'about me' bit out of the way, because honestly, it’s so much more than that.

The truth is, the thing that really drives me, is helping people - people like you - to get more freedom and choice into your life so can work when you want to, how you want to and with the issues that you’re passionate about.

And importantly, to get paid properly to do so.

Because you have the freedom and choice to run a thriving practice whilst also creating a fulfilling life for both yourself and your family.

If you want that too, please click subscribe. I hope you enjoy listening.

About your host

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Jane Travis

Hi, I’m Jane. I’m a former counsellor who now helps other counsellors and psychotherapists to grow their private practice, hence the name of the show.

I’m the author of the Grow Your Private Practice book, and I run the Grow Your Private Practice membership, where therapists come together to learn all about marketing in a way that feels doable, ethical, and actually kind of fun.

Okay, so that’s the official, slightly stuffy “about me” bit.

But the truth is - it’s about so much more than that.

What really drives me is helping people like you create more freedom and choice in your life. So you can work the hours you want, in the way that suits you, with the clients and issues you’re passionate about. And most importantly? Get paid properly to do it.

Because you CAN build a practice that supports you - not just emotionally, but financially too.

I hope you enjoy listening.