1. Create a Workbook
Are there certain key points that you find yourself regurgitating to clients over and over again? Or maybe you have a handful of go-to activities you like to assign clients in-between sessions? You may want to consider creating a workbook that clients (or other consumers) can purchase on your website. Many therapists recommend other people’s workbooks to supplement therapy. Wouldn’t it be great if they started recommending yours?
2. Publish an E-book
As a mental health provider, you have valuable knowledge to share with the world. Why not take that knowledge and pour it into a book? People will pay a premium for your expertise much like they pay to see you for therapy. Sell your e-book on your website or self-publish through Amazon Direct Kindle Publishing.
3. Create a Blog
If writing a book feels like a big undertaking, consider starting a blog. You can write about a variety of mental health topics that you feel passionate about. Make sure to come up with fresh perspectives to help you stand out. Once you get used to the writing process, try pitching some of your ideas to other online media outlets. Many companies will pay you for your unique contributions.
4. Launch a Podcast
Not a big fan of writing? Consider starting a podcast. According to a 2020 survey, over 155 million people reported listening to a podcast every week. Do you have a certain niche that would make for a great podcast series? Self-help podcasts are hugely popular with consumers looking for strategies that will help improve their lives. Publish your podcast episodes on your website to draw more visitors. You can even monetize your podcast through paid sponsorships. Obviously, the more listeners you have, the more sponsors will be willing to pay.
5. Start a YouTube Channel
YouTube remains one of the most popular social networks and professionals from every industry are taking advantage of it. Many healthcare workers have created their own YouTube channels as way to share their knowledge with more people. Start off slow by recording yourself giving mental health tips or sharing tidbits of information. Once you have an audience, you can ask your viewers to send questions in advance that they’d like to have answered. Once you have a following, you can monetize your channel through paid ads.