5 commonly held website myths that could be holding you back.

What do clients need when they land on a counsellors website? Well in this episode I have the fabulous Sarah Gershone from Strong Roots Web Design with me talking all about this.Sarah Gershone works specifically with counsellors to make beautiful, functional websites. She is also a friend of the Grow Your Private Practice Club and has delivered a highly popular workshop on pimping up your homepage - the replay is available now so if you fancy seeing that, come and join. In this episode, we’ll be busting 5 website myths about that could be holding you back. > People will read my sitePeople access information on a website differently than, say, a book, so if you want people to read it you need to make it super easy for them. > If you build it they will comeYou might have a beautiful site, but are people seeing it?> A free site will be just fineOne of the functions of a therapists website making the client feel safe. So what is the deeper message we are giving out with a free site which might impact the client?> The most important thing is to look goodA website is not just a brochure, it has a purpose. So although looking good is important, what do you ultimately want the client to do?> My website is finishedA website is like a plant: to continue to thrive it needs tending.Highlights you can’t miss13.06 Don’t be afraid to repeat yourself on your website26.00 How an unpolished site can ring warning bells for clients35.31 Why counsellors are at an advantage when it comes to knowing clients40.02 The benefits of a resources sectionAnd finally….Did you know that 60% of your website visitors use a mobile device to access the internet? So be sure you check this. LinksStrong Roots DesignDiscover the secrets to a successful website, free video mini courseConnect with Sarah on LinkedInAnd if you need more help, here’s some of the training to do with Websites available in the Grow Your Private Practice Club:Focus On BrandingPimp up your homepage, with Sarah GershoneYour Website BlueprintMake your own Wix websiteWhat to do nextIf you enjoyed this show, please share it with your counselling peers. And I’d be really grateful if you would take a few minutes to leave a rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts, it makes such a difference. And don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favourite app of choice to get automatic updates as soon as a show goes live.