SEO for therapists (that respects the work you do)

As a therapist, your work is rooted in care, connection, and safety. Your SEO strategy should reflect that. We help therapy practices grow online in a way that aligns with your values.

With therapist SEO, you can:

  • Show up for “therapist in [your city]” and similar searches
  • Help clients find your specialties & practice info
  • Build visibility across your site, directories, & Google Maps

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I’m very impressed with the improvement, and you’ve also really taught us a lot about SEO… Definitely seems like our work in this area is paying off!” – Nick Fager, Expansive Therapy

Most SEO strategies are loud, pushy, and salesy.

That doesn’t work for mental health professionals. We build SEO plans that reflect your boundaries and voice.

You’re not doing it wrong — you’ve been handed strategies that weren’t made for you. Most SEO advice ignores nuance, tone, and the real-world context of LGBTQ+ founders, therapists, and values-led businesses.

It’s not your fault if you’ve tried and felt lost, overwhelmed, or invisible. You don’t need more noise — you need strategy that respects your voice and helps you show up with intention.

That’s where we come in.

At Marketing by Rocio, we combine deep SEO expertise with brand clarity work to help you attract aligned clients, make confident content decisions, and build systems that won’t burn you out.

Ready to build a search strategy that actually feels like you?

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Why do therapy practices need SEO?

You can’t help people who can’t find you.
A beautiful site means nothing if it’s buried on page 6 of Google. SEO brings your work into reach for the people who need it most.

Your ideal clients are already searching.
“Therapist in [city]” and “LGBTQ+ affirming therapist” are typed into Google every day — let’s make sure your site is the one they click.

Directories aren’t enough.
Psychology Today is crowded and impersonal. SEO lets you control the story, the tone, and the client experience — starting at the search results page.

Referrals are great, but they’re not scalable.
A strong SEO foundation supports long-term growth, helping you fill your caseload sustainably without burning out.

Therapists deserve marketing that respects boundaries.
You don’t need to be salesy — just visible. SEO done right means clients come to you with clarity and consent.

Dan Pepitone
Dan Pepitone
NYC-based Small Business Lawyer
Rocio’s SEO audit and implementation work gave my website a real boost—clean, targeted improvements that didn’t compromise my tone or values as a New York City-based lawyer. I’ve already seen measurable increases in visibility and traffic, and now feel equipped to build sustainably. Can’t recommend their SEO services enough!
Nick Fager
Nick Fager
Found of NYC-based queer-affirming therapy practice Expansive Therapy
As a therapy practice based in New York City, Rocio was a fantastic match for our SEO needs. Coming into the process, we didn't know a lot about SEO strategy, and Rocio was very effective in meeting us where we were and taking our website to the next level. Rocio also taught us many strategies along the way so that we could do SEO improvements ourselves, which felt really generous. It felt like Rocio really wanted to help our company, and delivered very impressive results. Not only have we improved greatly in terms of our rankings, but we now feel like we have a solid grasp on what is needed to keep the momentum going. Highly recommend!!!
Sarah Crisp
Sarah Crisp
Founder of Queer Social Club
After running Queer Social Club (queersocialclub.com) for two years alone, I knew I needed to level up the focus, but was overwhelmed and didn't know where to start. I decided to hire consultant support from a marketing professional who understood both queer culture AND digital marketing strategy - Rocio was the perfect person for this! Working together has equipped me with a whole new level of tools, focus, and priorities for the next year of business and community-building. I plan to hire Rocio again as many times as possible, and recommend MBR to anyone looking for an efficient and creative marketing/branding expert!
Trav Johnson
Trav Johnson
Founder of Queerency
I hired Rocio to help with search engine optimization for my website. Not only was Rocio knowledgeable, thorough, and the utmost professional, but her results speak for themselves: within weeks, my website was the top-ranking search result on Google for crucial keywords related to my subject matter! I highly recommend Rocio and look forward to working with her again in the near future.
Mars Klokow
Mars Klokow
Branding and Design Expert
Rocio’s coaching exceeded my expectations. Rocio didn’t only explain the basics and technicalities of personal branding to me but also took their time to encourage me to show my true colors. Their know-how about building a brand story helped me elevate the communication of the purpose of both my personal and business profile.
Jakub Chour
Jakub Chour
Head of Mobile Marketing at HER app
I liked Rocio’s unique network in the queer business and fashion space, and their ability to communicate within the marketing team environment. It was a great experience, thanks Rocio!

About Rocio, an SEO strategist who’s been in the client chair

I built Marketing by Rocio for folks like us — queer, values-led therapists and healers who want to be found without feeling exposed.

I know how transformative affirming therapy can be because I’ve experienced it firsthand. That’s why I bring the same care, nuance, and respect for privacy into every strategy I build for mental health professionals.

I’ve partnered with queer-affirming therapists like Expansive Therapy, helping them grow their reach without compromising their voice, boundaries, or ethics.

With over a decade of experience in SEO, inclusive brand messaging, and sustainable strategy, I’ll help you clarify your offerings, get seen by aligned clients, and build a presence that feels safe and true to you.

No hype. No overexposure. Just honest visibility that works.

  • Trauma-informed and queer-affirming
  • Deep respect for therapeutic ethics + client privacy
  • Based between NYC and Paris, serving globally

You don’t have to shout to be found. Let’s build sustainable visibility, together.

Rocio Sanchez, queer digital strategist, smiling confidently in a brown shirt and cream trousers, standing against a light gray wall.

SEO services for therapists

branding expert

SEO strategy for therapists

Show up where it matters.

You’ll get custom keyword research and a content plan built around your unique modality, niche, and voice.

We map strategy to your mission — no trends, no fluff, just real alignment.

LGBTQ+ SEO consulting and content strategy

Technical SEO & site cleanup

Fix what’s slowing you down.

From broken links to janky mobile experiences, we handle the backend health of your site so search engines (and ideal clients) can find and trust you.

Accessibility and UX always come first.

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Therapist site copy & optimization

Convert views into inquiries.

Whether you need guidance on copy, a full SEO blog overhaul, or help updating your Squarespace/WordPress site —

we’ll make your voice clearer, stronger, and optimized without selling out.

Can't find the service you're looking for?
Let's figure it out together.

Frequently asked questions

Will SEO make my therapy website too salesy?

Nope. We prioritize clarity and consent over clickbait. Every recommendation aligns with your values and voice — no pushy language, just ethical visibility.
Absolutely. SEO helps you attract clients who are already searching for support. You don’t need a big team to benefit — just strategy that’s built around your niche and capacity.
Both. You can choose a deep-dive audit with an action plan, or full implementation — content edits, keyword optimization, and technical fixes included.
Yes. I work exclusively with therapists and values-driven orgs, and confidentiality is non-negotiable. Nothing gets published or touched without your signoff.
I’ve partnered with queer-affirming group practices, trauma-informed solo therapists, and therapists offering services in multiple languages. I build strategy that honors your identity, specialty, and ethics.

How my SEO services works

Connect
with me

We’ll book a 30-minute call to assess your needs and goals.

Audit
& assess

I’ll review your site’s content, structure, and visibility gaps.

Your SEO roadmap

You’ll receive clear action steps tailored to your priorities.

Implement & elevate

DIY with confidence — or hire me to support implementation.

Ready to stop guessing and start ranking?

Let’s map out an SEO plan rooted in clarity, strategy, and long-term impact — not hustle or hype.

Start your SEO journey — and start showing up.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Rocio’s SEO audit and implementation work gave my website a real boost—clean, targeted improvements that didn’t compromise my tone or values as a New York City-based lawyer. … Can’t recommend their SEO services enough!”Dan Pepitone, Pepitone Law

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “ After running Queer Social Club (queersocialclub.com) for two years alone, I knew I needed to level up the focus, but was overwhelmed and didn’t know where to start. I decided to hire consultant support from a marketing professional who understood both queer culture AND digital marketing strategy – Rocio was the perfect person for this!”Sarah Crisp, Queer Social Club

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