From Keywords to Connections

Mary Walker
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🎙️ From Keywords to Connections – The Podcast for Therapists & Private Practice Owners Looking to Grow with SEO 🚀If you’re a therapist, private practice owner, or wellness professional looking to expand your online presence without getting lost in the complexities of SEO, you’re in the right place!Hosted by Mary Walker, small business owner with a Master’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Marketing, and Winnie Youger-Rash, VP of SEO Services with a Bachelor’s in Psychology, this podcast blends practical SEO education with real-life insights to help mental health professionals grow their businesses online.In Each Episode, You’ll Discover Things Like:Simple, effective SEO strategies—without the jargonCommon myths about SEO (and what actually works!)How to attract your ideal clients through organic searchThe balance between marketing, authenticity, and human connectionConversations on business growth, work-life balance, and personal developmentWith backgrounds in psychology and marketing, Mary and Winnie bring a unique, human-centered approach to SEO that goes beyond keywords—helping you turn website visitors into meaningful client connections.

  1. 3d ago

    The Confidence Economy Why Trust Is the Most Valuable Thing You Can Build

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    The Confidence Economy Why Trust Is the Most Valuable Thing You Can Build

  2. Aug 28

    AI Is Amazing… But It Isn't Infallible

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    AI Is Amazing… But It Isn't Infallible

  3. Aug 14

    The EIEIO of SEO. Why Is Everyone Inventing New Acronyms? SEO, AEO, GEO, LLMO....

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    The EIEIO of SEO. Why Is Everyone Inventing New Acronyms? SEO, AEO, GEO, LLMO....

  4. Jul 31

    From Rankings to Recognition — Why Modern SEO Requires Brand Amplification

    SEO isn’t dead, but the way people search, discover, and decide who to trust has changed. In this episode of From Keywords to Connections, Mary and Winnie explore the shift from rankings to recognition and what modern visibility looks like for therapists, private practices, and other helping professionals. Ranking on the first page still matters, but today, potential clients may encounter your practice through AI results, social media, Google Business Profiles, featured snippets, reviews, and other touchpoints before they ever click your website. We talk about why foundational SEO is still essential, how brand amplification supports visibility and trust, and why consistency across your website and other platforms matters more than ever. We also dig into niching down, creating a recognizable brand, using Google Search Console to uncover opportunities, and expanding the way we measure SEO success beyond rankings and clicks. Most importantly, we look at the psychology behind it all. Familiarity builds trust, and for helping professionals, that sense of familiarity and safety can influence a potential client’s decision long before they reach your contact page. If your SEO feels different than it did a few years ago, it probably is. The goal isn’t to abandon what works. It’s to understand how search has evolved and build a strategy that combines strong SEO, intentional visibility, and genuine human connection. Send us a message

    From Rankings to Recognition — Why Modern SEO Requires Brand Amplification

  5. Jul 17

    SEO vs. Paid Ads: Do You Really Need Both?

    Google Ads can create a lot of tension for therapists and private practice owners. Is paying for visibility ethical? Do paid ads compete with SEO? And can ads really generate clients as quickly as some marketers claim? In this episode of From Keywords to Connections, Mary and Winnie are joined by John from RevKey to discuss what therapists need to understand about paid visibility, organic trust, and the changing digital marketing landscape. Together, they explore common misconceptions about Google Ads, how paid advertising and SEO can work together, why a strong website and clear messaging are essential for successful campaigns, and how AI and automation are changing advertising. They also discuss the role of brand familiarity, emotional safety, and repeated visibility in helping potential clients feel comfortable enough to reach out. This conversation offers a more thoughtful approach to marketing for helping professionals, one that focuses not simply on generating traffic, but on creating ethical, sustainable visibility and building trust with the right people. Send us a message

    SEO vs. Paid Ads: Do You Really Need Both?

  6. Feb 13

    Connection Over Clicks: Inside Our Team Retreat

    On this special episode of From Keywords to Connections, we’re stepping away from screens and into real life. Our fully remote team came together in person for a week of connection, collaboration, and intentional time together—and the experience reminded us of something important: while the work we do is digital, the relationships behind it are deeply human. In this episode, you’ll hear from all the members of the Simplified SEO Consulting team as we talk about what it means to finally meet the people we work with every day, how in-person connection builds trust within a remote team, and why strong internal relationships lead to better collaboration, creativity, and outcomes for our clients. We explore how team support fuels confidence, why understanding each other’s strengths matters, and how real connection helps teams communicate more honestly—both internally and with the clients they serve. Whether you’re part of a remote team, leading one, or building a business rooted in values and people-first practices, this episode is a reminder that connection isn’t just a “nice-to-have.” It’s the foundation of meaningful, sustainable work. Send us a message

  7. Jan 30

    Playing the Long Game: Why Real SEO Success Takes Strategy, Patience, and Purpose

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    Playing the Long Game: Why Real SEO Success Takes Strategy, Patience, and Purpose

  8. Jan 9

    Local SEO & Website Design: Building Connection and Confidence Online

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    Local SEO & Website Design: Building Connection and Confidence Online
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🎙️ From Keywords to Connections – The Podcast for Therapists & Private Practice Owners Looking to Grow with SEO 🚀If you’re a therapist, private practice owner, or wellness professional looking to expand your online presence without getting lost in the complexities of SEO, you’re in the right place!Hosted by Mary Walker, small business owner with a Master’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Marketing, and Winnie Youger-Rash, VP of SEO Services with a Bachelor’s in Psychology, this podcast blends practical SEO education with real-life insights to help mental health professionals grow their businesses online.In Each Episode, You’ll Discover Things Like:Simple, effective SEO strategies—without the jargonCommon myths about SEO (and what actually works!)How to attract your ideal clients through organic searchThe balance between marketing, authenticity, and human connectionConversations on business growth, work-life balance, and personal developmentWith backgrounds in psychology and marketing, Mary and Winnie bring a unique, human-centered approach to SEO that goes beyond keywords—helping you turn website visitors into meaningful client connections.

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  • Creator
    Mary Walker
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 From Keywords to Connections
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