Have you been endlessly tweaking your website, signing up for every marketing webinar, or telling yourself you just need the right words before you can share your work? If so, you might be marketing from a place of fear—and you’re definitely not alone.

In this episode, I introduce you to three familiar therapist archetypes I often see in this pattern: Paralyzed Paige, Tweaking Taylor, and Researching Riley. Each of them is trying hard—but spinning their wheels. We’ll unpack how fear can quietly shape your marketing habits and, most importantly, how to shift toward grounded, intentional action that builds confidence and momentum.

You’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and equipped with a new way forward that doesn’t require perfection—just a single, self-trusting step.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

1️⃣ How perfectionism, hesitation, and over-researching are sneaky signs that fear is steering your marketing

2️⃣ The difference between motion and momentum—and why one keeps you stuck while the other moves you forward

3️⃣ A powerful mindset shift to help you market like the thriving, full-fee therapist you’re becoming (not the unsure one you feel like today)

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Magnetic Niche Method: walkerstrategyco.com/mnm
• Squarespace Templates: walkerstrategyco.com/templates
• Confident Copy: walkerstrategyco.com/cc
• The Walker Strategy Co website: walkerstrategyco.com

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About Marketing Therapy

Marketing Therapy is the podcast where therapists learn how to market their private practices without burnout, self-doubt, or sleazy tactics. Hosted by Anna Walker—marketing coach, strategist, and founder of Walker Strategy Co—each episode brings you clear, grounded advice to help you attract the right-fit, full-fee clients and grow a practice you feel proud of.