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Several months ago, a therapist reached out to me as a ghostwriter for therapists with a familiar concern: “I have so much I want to say, I love to write, but I don’t have time to sit down and do it.” She had years of experience, deep compassion for her clients, and a clear philosophy about healing. But there weren’t enough hours in the day for her to translate all of that into writing for a public audience.

We started with a simple goal: one strong article. Something thoughtful, accessible, and grounded in the real concerns her patients had – anxiety about family, setting boundaries, and more. We talked about her voice and the tone she’d like to use for her blogs. 

From those conversations, our work began. We found our groove and didn’t rely on jargon or academic language. We spoke directly to the reader and offered them helpful advice. After months of blogs, one of our pieces was selected by Psychology Today editors as an “Essential Read.”

Why That Matters

An “Essential Read” isn’t just a badge. It signals that an article stands out for clarity, usefulness, and relevance. It means editors chose it from a pile of submissions. It also means that instead of being here today and gone the next, her blog will live on a specific section of Psychology Today’s website for months to come.

For the therapist, the impact was immediate:

• Increased website traffic

• More inquiries from ideal clients

• A stronger professional presence online

• And perhaps most importantly, providing information that helped people heal.

The Role of Ghostwriting

Ghostwriting is about being an instrument.  Therapists often carry incredible insight, but their schedules are full and their energy is focused on client care. Writing for public platforms requires time, for one, and a different skill set for two – a skill that blends empathy, storytelling, and strategy.

When done well, ghostwriting allows therapists to:

• Share their expertise without sacrificing client time

• Reach people who may never have found them otherwise

• Build authority and trust before the first consultation

• Publish work that reflects their true perspective, not a generic template

Recognition Is a Byproduct – Connection Is the Goal

The “Essential Read” label was meaningful, but it wasn’t the original aim. The real goal was connection: helping readers feel understood and supported through the written word. Recognition simply confirmed what happens when thoughtful expertise meets intentional writing.

For therapists who want their ideas to travel further – onto larger platforms, into more conversations, and in front of the people who need them most – writing is essential. And sometimes, all it takes is the right partner to help those words find their way onto the page.

If you’d like to partner together, reach out to me. Let’s see if we’re a good fit. 

Therapists spend their days listening carefully, choosing words thoughtfully, and helping people express what they’re feeling. Yet when it comes to writing for their own websites or blogs, many feel stuck. The irony is that clear, compassionate writing is one of the most effective ways to attract the right clients and build a thriving private practice.

That’s where ghostwriting for therapists comes in.

Why Writing Matters for Therapy Practices

Before a potential client ever reaches out, they usually read your website, your “About” page, your blog posts, and sometimes your social media. Your writing becomes their first impression of what it might feel like to sit across from you in session.

Strong writing can:

• Build trust before the first consultation

• Improve search engine visibility (SEO)

• Clarify your specialties and approach

• Help ideal clients feel understood and safe

• Differentiate your practice from others in your area

Weak or inconsistent writing, on the other hand, can make even an excellent therapist seem distant, generic, or hard to connect with.

What Is Ghostwriting for Therapists?

Ghostwriting is a collaborative process where a professional writer creates content on your behalf while preserving your voice, values, and professional perspective. The final work is published under your name, but you don’t have to spend hours drafting, editing, or researching.

As a ghostwriter for therapists, my common services include the following:

• Website copy

• Blog posts

• Psychology Today or directory profiles

• Newsletters and email sequences

• Articles for professional platforms

The goal is not to sound “salesy.” The goal is to sound clear, human, and aligned with the way you already speak to clients.

How Ghostwriting Supports SEO for Therapists

Search engine optimization (SEO) may seem like a highly technical thing, but it isn’t really. It’s about answering real questions that people are already typing into Google. A skilled ghostwriter for therapists understands how to structure content so it is both reader-friendly and search-friendly.

For example, instead of only listing “Anxiety Therapy Services,” a blog might explore topics like:

• why anxiety feels worse at night

• signs of burnout

• how to set boundaries without guilt

These are the phrases potential clients actually search. When your website consistently publishes helpful, relevant content, search engines are more likely to show your practice to people who need support.

Saving Time Without Losing Authenticity

Many therapists worry that hiring a ghostwriter will make their content feel impersonal. In reality, the opposite is true when the collaboration is done well. A ghostwriter’s job is to listen carefully, learn your tone, and reflect your philosophy accurately.

You provide the expertise while I shape the message. This partnership allows you to maintain authenticity while freeing up hours each week that would otherwise be spent staring at a blank screen.

Investing in Your Voice

Marketing a therapy practice does not have to mean flashy ads or constant social media posting. Often, the most sustainable strategy is thoughtful written content that continues working for you long after it’s published.

Professional ghostwriting gives therapists a practical way to:

• stay visible online

• communicate their values clearly

• attract aligned clients

• and focus their energy where it matters most, on client care

In a field built on communication and trust, the right words are not an extra. They are an extension of the work you already do every day. If you’re struggling to fit it into your schedule, allow me to help. Reach out and let’s see if we’re a good fit. 

I am a huge fan of therapy. It’s changed my life tremendously and I’ve seen the power it has for other people as well. But how exactly do you convey that? How do you show people (and maybe tell them) their entire life can be different and better? Many therapists struggle with this “selling” aspect of their business. They may feel stuck, unsure where to start, or are simply too busy to write blogs, website copy, and newsletters. This is where a ghostwriter for therapists can make a real difference.

Why Writing for Your Practice Matters

You know as well as I do that potential clients choose you from the myriad other people they could be working with because they feel a resonance. Something you said, how you present yourself, even your picture, conveys something.  There is power in how you’re presenting yourself. So tell me, how are you presenting yourself? If at all? I know therapists are trained to be blank slates, but you can still keep the focus on your potential clients while showcasing your personality.  Potential clients are searching for answers to questions like:

• “Why do I feel anxious all the time?”
• “How do I stop fighting with my partner over the same issues?”
• “How can I feel less alone in my parenting journey?”

Your online content can answer these questions, build trust, and invite them to take the first step toward scheduling a free consultation. But creating that kind of content consistently takes time, skill, and energy, which are resources therapists often don’t have.

What a Ghostwriter for Therapists Does

A ghostwriter for therapists (like myself) specializes in capturing your voice and translating your expertise into language your clients understand. Working with someone like me allows you to do the following:

• Show up consistently. Regular blogs and posts keep your practice visible and approachable.
• Connect with clients. Writing that reflects their struggles to make them feel seen.
• Save time. Focus on therapy, while I handle the writing.
• Boost your online presence. Search engine optimization (SEO)-friendly content can help potential clients find you when they need you most. Together, we can identify what keywords potential clients are searching for and use those words to build your practice.

Writing That Feels Like You

Listen, I know it’s tempting to use AI to write your blog posts, and you totally can, but then it will come out sounding like AI. And how will your content be distinguishable from the other 10 therapists down the street who are also using AI to write their blogs? You’re back to square one. As a ghostwriter for therapists, I listen to your voice, your perspective, and write in a way that sounds like you, not a computer, not 100 other therapists, you, and you are the person potential clients will be working with.  

You became a therapist to help people, and even if you’re a good writer (which many of my clients are), your primary responsibility is to support your patients and clients, not spend hours writing content. I can give you back that time and help you reach the people who need you the most. 

If you want your practice to grow, your clients to feel seen, and your online presence to reflect your expertise and compassion, working with a ghostwriter for therapists could be the missing piece you’ve been looking for.

Reach out to me and let’s see if we’re a good fit. 

If you’re a therapist, you’ve probably spent hours thinking about how to reach new clients—referrals, directories, networking, social media. But there’s one powerful marketing tool most therapists overlook: their own words.

Everyone (including potential clients) wants to work with people they click with. They want to get along. They want to feel seen and heard. The trouble is, you can’t create that kind of resonance from a bare-bones website. There’s no scope for your personality if you just list your services and your fees. Nor is there potential to show your value. 

The problem? Most therapists don’t have the time—or the desire—to sit down and write the stories, reflections, and insights that show their value. That’s where I come in.

Why Words Matter in a Therapy Practice

Your website isn’t just a digital business card. It’s often the first experience someone has of you. Before they ever book a session, potential clients are reading your “About” page, scrolling your blog, and deciding if your words make them feel seen.

If your site sounds too clinical or generic, people move on. But when your words are warm, grounded, and human—when they sound like you—that’s when real connection starts.

Good writing doesn’t just inform; it invites. It says, “I see you. You’re not alone. Help is possible.” And yes, of course, this can (and does) happen over social media, but you don’t have to choose one or the other. In fact, nearly all the blogs I write for clients are repurposed for social media.  

The Therapist’s Dilemma

Here’s what I hear from therapists all the time:

“I want my website to sound more like me, but every time I try, I overthink it.”

“I’m not a writer. I help people. That’s what I’m good at.”
Or: “I love to write, I just don’t have time to do it.”

As a ghostwriter for therapists, I translate your expertise into language that feels natural, compassionate, and clear. Whether you want a blog that answers your clients’ biggest questions, a website that finally sounds like you, or consistent content that boosts your visibility, I make the process simple and stress-free.

Here’s what you get when you work with me:

• Authentic voice. I listen carefully to how you speak and think, then write in a tone that feels genuine to you.

• Client-centered content. Every piece is written to meet your ideal clients where they are, using the words they’d actually type into Google, and words you would say to them. 

• Ease and time back. You send me ideas (or let me generate them for you), and I deliver polished, ready-to-publish pieces.

You Don’t Need to Do It All

You’ve done the hard work of earning your degree, building your practice, and supporting others through their hardest moments. Writing shouldn’t be another mountain to climb.

Let me take that part off your plate so your online presence feels as grounded and compassionate as the work you do in session. Ready to make your words work for you? Get in touch here to learn how ghostwriting can help you connect with more of the clients who need your care.

I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and you can’t throw a rock without hitting a therapist. In large part, that’s because there are so many schools out here that train therapists. Plus, people are more open to mental health treatments out this way, so there’s a market for therapy. What I’m saying is the market is saturated. How do you stand out if you’re a therapist?

As a ghostwriter for therapists, I can tell you how you stand out: You need a blog. “But Rebekah, can’t I just have a Psychology Today profile and call it a day?” Yes, you absolutely can but even on Psychology Today, people want to see if you have a website. There’s only so much you can fit in the allotted space and a website is where you can go into more depth. People check for that.

Why would anyone want to work with you? We want to work with people we like, and the way people make those decisions is by learning more about you. I know therapists are supposed to be blank slates; they don’t like to disclose much. And you don’t have to! You don’t have to talk about your personal trauma on your website but even how you write things conveys something of your personality. Are you warm? Understanding? Funny? That all comes across. 

Every therapist should have a website because it helps you connect with potential clients. But a website can be kind of dull. Static. If it’s not updated frequently, search engines are more likely not to feature it in search results because they think the website is dead. Why would the search engine direct people to your therapy practice if it isn’t sure you still exist? It wouldn’t.

This is where blogging comes in. Blogging signals to search engines (but more importantly, to people) that you’re alive and kicking. Blogging says, “Hello! I’m here!” But more than that, it helps with search engine optimization (SEO). I’ll be honest, SEO is changing a LOT because of AI. Google, and other search engines, automatically summarize results now and that means web traffic is dying. Like, why would anyone click on this post about why every therapist should have a website if Google is going to summarize that information anyway? They wouldn’t. And don’t. 

BUT, the reason I’m blogging anyway is because you get to see my personality, you get to learn something about me. As a ghostwriter for therapists, I’m building trust and authority by sharing this information. And you do the same with your own blog. Every time you write about attachment theory, or healing the inner child, or trauma, you demonstrate to your audience, “I know what I’m talking about.” And you increase the likelihood of someone clicking on your post and saying, “They sound cool. I’d like to work with them.”

If you’re anything like most therapists, however, you’re likely short on time. I know! There are only so many hours in the day! You have clients to see, case notes to write! Plus a life! How are you supposed to fit everything in? Well, I’m happy to say that this is my specialty as a ghostwriter for therapists. I have the time to write the blog for you. You come up with the idea, review the content, and voila. Saved yourself hours and hours of time while still accomplishing everything I mentioned: building trust and authority, supporting SEO, and reaching potential new clients. 

If that’s something you’d like, reach out to me. Let’s see if we’re a good fit. 

I read a horrifying news article today. In rural California, it can take TWO AND A HALF YEARS to find help for a mental health problem.  One woman was turned away because she was told her mental health problem wasn’t severe enough. She had to get to a point where she contemplated suicide before she could see someone. 

California has a “major, ongoing” shortage of mental health providers, and it’s “especially dire” in rural areas, according to a 2022 survey commissioned by the state. Nearly one-third of California’s residents were living in an area with an insufficient ratio of providers to patients, the report found. 

That’s tragic given the breadth of people struggling with their mental health. And you might be saying, “Just use AI! Chatbots to the rescue!” but that comes with its own problems. In a high-profile case, a Florida mom is suing Character.ai because she alleges her son committed suicide at the behest of the company’s chatbot.  Even Dartmouth, which developed a successful therapybot,  admits that early versions of its AI were spectacular failures.

Therapy is nuanced. It’s a very human thing. Sure, you can talk to ChatGPT when you’re going through a breakup — it’s there for you 24/7 after all — but it can’t replace human connection and human insight. This is why a therapist’s website is invaluable. Many therapists use their website as a static calling card. It lists their bio, contact information, and what insurance they take. That’s fine but there’s so much more they can do.

As a ghostwriter for therapists, I’ve written numerous pieces that were empathic and offered valuable insights to readers. Most of the pieces were optimized for search engines (because SEO blog writing services is one of my specialties), but that’s primarily for therapists who want to drive traffic to their websites. If you’re looking to boost your client list, your website is the best place to differentiate yourself from the other therapists who are in your area. 

But to get back to the CalMatters story I read, your website can also be a place of healing. You don’t have to give content away for free. You can create courses on inner child work, healing from trauma, improving relationships, etc. You can build something that’s the culmination of your experience in this healing field. And you can help people who really need help. Someone shouldn’t get to the point of suicide before they hear, “The therapist will see you now.”

As a therapist, I know you value mental health. I know you want others to be well. It may feel daunting to create a course or write a book but you don’t have to do it alone. As a ghostwriter for therapists, this is what I do. I give you back two hours a week to focus on your current clients but can also help you reach more people. We can partner together so everyone, everywhere, receives the tools to thrive in this world, not only survive.

If you’d like to work together, reach out to me. Let’s see if we’re a good fit.