Does the thought of not knowing enough about social media and technology put you off even trying to have a social media page? You're not alone. Listen to this episode to learn how much technical knowledge is actually needed and how you can still have an effective feed with minimal technical ability. The episode also contains post ideas for the month of October.

In this episode:

• You don't have to be tech-savvy to use social media effectively as a therapist.
• Using personal photos and sharing meaningful experiences can be a powerful way to connect with potential clients.
• Canva is a user-friendly tool for creating graphics and visuals for social media posts.
• October offers various themes and awareness months/weeks that therapists can use to create engaging and relevant content, including ADHD Awareness Week, Halloween and autumn as a metaphor for change
• Mixing up the types of social media posts, including information, topical, and interactive posts, can help build a following and establish trust with potential clients.
• Advice on how many posts to share each week

Keywords

social media, therapist, fear, confidence, technical skills, communication, potential clients, October, awareness months, awareness weeks, themes, season, holidays

Chapters

00:00 Overcoming the Fear of Using Social Media

03:02 The Power of Social Media and Reaching Potential Clients

09:43 Ideas for Social Media Posts in October

12:47 Using Seasonal Themes and Metaphors

14:16 Creating Engaging and Varied Social Media Posts

15:42 Taking Action and Getting Started

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