Therapy Advertising Regulations
Navigate advertising regulations confidently while marketing your practice effectively.
15 minutes · No obligation · No pressure
Therapy advertising has rules—know them before you advertise.
Confused about advertising rules? Therapists face multiple layers of advertising regulations: state licensing board rules, professional association ethics codes, platform-specific healthcare restrictions, and general FTC guidelines. Violating these can result in board complaints, ad disapprovals, or worse.
The challenge is that rules vary by state, credential, and platform. What’s allowed on one platform might be restricted on another. What’s acceptable in one state might violate another’s licensing board rules.
What you need is advertising guidance that accounts for regulations. Understanding of the rules that apply to you and strategies that work within those boundaries.
Is This Right For You?
This is for you if:
- You want to advertise your practice
- You're unsure about advertising rules
- You want to avoid regulatory problems
- You use paid advertising platforms
- You value compliance
- You need legal advice (consult an attorney)
- You want us to guarantee compliance
- You're not interested in paid advertising
This may not be right if:
- You need legal advice (consult an attorney)
- You want us to guarantee compliance
- You're not interested in paid advertising
Sound like you? Let's talk about your practice
Advertise Within Regulatory Boundaries
Effective marketing that respects the rules.
Regulation Awareness
Understand rules that apply to your advertising.
Platform Navigation
Work within healthcare advertising restrictions.
Compliant Strategies
Advertising approaches that respect guidelines.
Trusted by Mental Health Professionals
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I've worked with Aaron Carpenter and his team for several years and have been nothing but impressed with the way that they keep the project going to meet the goals I have set. Aaron has created a team of professionals who really know what they are doing. They are terrific project managers who make sure the job gets done right within the scope that we agreed on. I love Mental Health Marketing!
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How We Navigate Advertising Rules
Compliance-aware advertising guidance.
Rule Overview
Understanding of regulations affecting therapy advertising.
State Considerations
Awareness of state licensing board advertising rules.
Platform Guidance
Navigate Google, Meta, and other platform restrictions.
Claim Review
Guidance on appropriate advertising claims.
Credential Display
Proper representation of licenses and credentials.
Compliant Targeting
Audience targeting within healthcare advertising rules.
How We Help With Advertising Compliance
Regulation-aware advertising strategy.
Regulation Review
We discuss rules relevant to your situation.
Risk Identification
We identify common compliance pitfalls.
Strategy Development
We create advertising approaches within guidelines.
Ongoing Guidance
We help navigate new advertising decisions.
What This Is (And Isn't)
Clear expectations so you know exactly what you're getting.
This Is:
- Advertising guidance with regulation awareness
- Platform navigation help
- Best practice recommendations
- Common pitfall identification
- Practical strategies
- Legal advice (consult an attorney)
- Guaranteed compliance
- State-specific legal counsel
- Insurance against violations
- Substitute for professional legal review
This Is Not:
- Legal advice (consult an attorney)
- Guaranteed compliance
- State-specific legal counsel
- Insurance against violations
- Substitute for professional legal review
Our Commitment to You
We provide advertising guidance with regulatory awareness. We help you understand common rules and pitfalls. For definitive legal guidance specific to your state and situation, we recommend consulting with an attorney familiar with healthcare advertising.
Questions About Therapy Advertising Regulations
Multiple layers: state licensing boards, professional ethics codes (APA, NASW, etc.), FTC guidelines, and platform policies.
Depends on your state and credential. Some boards restrict specialty claims without specific certifications. Check your state's rules.
Generally restricted or prohibited for licensed health professionals. Check your licensing board and platform policies.
Healthcare advertising faces extra scrutiny on platforms like Google and Meta. Claims, targeting, and landing pages must meet their policies.
Restricted on most platforms. Google and Meta limit targeting based on health conditions. Broad targeting with relevant content works better.
Most states require license type and number in advertising. Some require additional disclosures. Check your state board requirements.
Generally avoid specific outcome promises. "May help with" is different from "will cure." Most boards prohibit guaranteed results.
Complex if you serve clients in multiple states. Each state's advertising rules may apply. Consider consulting an attorney.
Your Investment
Regulation-aware advertising guidance.
Consultation packages available
Every project includes:
- Advertising rule overview
- Platform guidance
- Claim review
- Credential display guidance
- Ongoing support
Let's Discuss Regulation-Aware Advertising
Schedule a free 15-minute call to discuss advertising within regulatory guidelines.
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