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Branding and Lifestyle Photos for Therapists in Austin and Santa Fe

You know your headshots show the you from 5 years ago, and that the world expects Instagram worthy photos, but it all seems overwhelming.

We know how to make you shine and show you off so that you actually LIKE having your photos taken. (I know. It’s crazy but true.)

Website photos are a key factor in whether a potential client reaches out or not.

So do you really want to trust a photographer that doesn’t specialize in therapists?

What makes our branding photos and headshots unique?

  • we make your office look fancy for pictures (or lent you an office if you hate yours or don’t have one)

  • our goal is to show off your personality, so we focus on putting you at ease and getting to know you

  • you will have two outfit changes so you could show off different vibes

  • we focus on taking awesome “b-roll” photos you can use on your website that aren’t just some stock photos of a stranger sitting around on a couch.

Not Just Headshots…

Branding Photography for Therapists

Personalized Branding
Your website is how clients first get to know you. Your new vibe showcased in the branding photos we take will help you match to your best fit clients so you do more of what you love. And, we specialize in photography for therapists and know what kind of shots you need to showcase your work.

Flattering and Personal Photos
St. Laurent Photography will provide you with photos that are flattering, beautiful, and show off your personality. We take them in your office, or (if you hate your office) we provide office space to use.

Better than headshots
You could definitely spend less somewhere else and get headshots, but what’s the point? These days, headshots read “corporate” and not approachable. For better or worse, people scrolling therapist sites expect posed and curated photos these days… and if you don’t have well styled photography on your site, the risk is they will click to the next website…

You can share a headshot…

or you can share your vibe!

Vibes Delivered

  • picture of a woman with her coffee cup zoomed in

    Personalized "B-Roll" Photos

    Personalized “b-roll” photos allow you to add character and personality to your site.

  • woman in her 50s leans against the wall looking comfortable and casual

    Show Your Personality

    You can learn so much about someone from a well styled picture. Your “vibe” shows potential clients who you are and allows them to connect to you before even meeting you.

  • woman with tattoos sits on a dumpster and reads a graphic novel

    Embrace Your Unique POV

    The danger of the blank slate is it’s ability to maintain hierarchy and a power differential. Sharing your personality with your clients creates space for them to be their own expert on a journey where you serve as a guide.

  • Help Potential Clients Feel Known

    When you are enterirg a relationship as vulnerable as therapy, it helps to have some assurance your therapist will “get” you and not judge you. A little nod to D&D might assuage some fears and signal to a potential client you can be a safe zone.

  • a woman with her bulldog and motorcycle crouches with a smile

    People Will Feel Your Vibe Instantly

    Not everyone is “airy and bright” and not every picture should be. Find a photographer who can use different styles of shooting to capture your essence.

  • woman with shag haircut, a beautymark, leather jacket and animal skin patterned halter top looks at the camera

    Don't Settle For Generic

    Finding a therapist is a little like dating. Your client isn’t generic, and they want to know that you are comfortable with their unique parts. Showing you accept and acknowledge your own will make them feel more comfortable.

  • woman smiles and relaxes on the couch

    No blue backdrop and suit photos here

    Showcase your office and show people what it will feel like to be there.

  • woman takes notes in different colors

    Never Need Generic Stock Photos Again

    “B roll” photos are a way to show different aspects of the work you do and give insight into how it will feel to be with you.

  • art therapist paints on the floor

    Show Your Talents

    Art therapists and others use photos to show their unique ways of helping people.

  • woman sits in her chair looking happy and smiling

    Let Your Light Shine

    A branding photographer will suggest how you sit, how you pose, and make you feel comfortable so that your light shines.

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    Use Photos That Represent YOU

    A branding photographer knows how to get supplemental pictures to help your website showcase your personality.

Meet Christine St Laurent, your photographer!

If you’ve never felt comfortable in front of a camera, then you have never met Christine.

Hi there!   

I'm Christine; an admirer of real people and real experiences.  Much of my past career experience is in mental health, but I found I can't live without the art of photography.  I'm fortunate to say that my 20 year old photography hobby has evolved into my full time job over the last 7 years.  

I am very drawn to real, genuine moments and aim to honestly capture the personalities of everyone I photograph.  Plus, I’m a stickler for details, so you know you’ll have someone making sure everything is in place and looks amazing!

HERE’S WHAT’S INCLUDED

Make My Photos Better

Package

  • Outfit Help We’ll give you a special workbook to walk you through how to pick out your clothes for the big day, as well as advice on hair/makeup. (Trust me, it will make it less intimidating, and we aren’t going to suggest Dallas-hairdos.)

  • 2 Outfit Changes We provide you with 2 outfit changes to show off the different sides of who you are. Hate outfits? We’ll give you tips and a style guide to help you put something together.

  • We zschoosh up your office It’s like having a home stager before you sell your house, but for your branding photos. Trust me, it’s amazing. That cord you didn’t notice until you saw it in your photos and now it annoys you every time? Yeah, that won’t happen with Christine’s eagle eye.

  • Need an office? Just starting out and don’t have an office? Or have a virtual office and don’t want to take photos at home? We’ve got ya. Use our therapist office space for no extra charge.

  • Nervous in front of a camera? Working with Christine is like having your best friend talk to you and bring out all your best parts. It’s like a coffee date/life coaching/photography session all in one.

  • Branded Photos We take time to get to know you. We use a thorough questionnaire and meet with you to define your vibe. That way we make sure that your photos are taken in the spot and style that fits you best.

  • Plenty of time You get up to an hour of photo time so you won’t feel rushed, and can have time to relax and get comfortable so your true self shines.

  • Specialized Lighting Did you know many photographers rely on natural light because they haven’t been trained to set up lighting? Not us! We make sure your photos are lit perfectly, regardless of windows or the weather!

  • Beautiful editing St Laurent Photograhy’s editing shows the care that makes your photos gorgeous without making you look like a air-touched mannequin.

  • Personalized “Stock” or “b-roll” Photos Part of sharing yourself, is sharing the things you surround yourself with. You’ll receive photos to use on your website so you don’t rely on generic stock photos: whether that’s highlighting books on your bookshelf; games you play with clients; a picture of you in a supervision session. We’ve got you covered.

COST: $1500

TIMELINE: 2 Months from signed contract

What we see many therapists doing wrong that loses them potential clients

  • They use stock photos on their website that look… well, fake. Unfortunately, people have MUCH higher expectations about photos than even five years ago, and they

  • A photo of you is only on your “About Me” page. YOU are the product you are selling: your unique skills, personality, approach, and vibe are why people call. People should to see your picture within the first second of being on your website.

  • Pictures of you show you against a wall, outside, or on a backdrop. Potential customers want to actually SEE you in your office. They want to “feel” what it’s going to be like before they come, because coming to therapy is scary and vulnerable. Because of this, we offer virtual therapists OUR office to use to make your photos feel more intimate and homey.

  • They go for “blank slate” photos. Believe me, being trained as a psychologist taught me that I shouldn’t show ANY hint of myself to my clients. I’ve been in private practice almost 15 years, in the field for 20 years, and coaching therapists to run their practices for 10 years. In that time I have learned that the blank slate perpetuates power dynamics and stems from -isms that create hierarchies. Your potential client deserves to see what you’re like, what your size is and your skin color and how you dress and how you style your office. This helps them make an informed choice about who is a fit for them.

Learn about our process