Submissions Due: February 01, 2023 – Media Opportunities For Mental Health Professionals [ 5 Opportunities – Click Here To See Them All ]

Summary: Premarital Counseling (LMFT, LCSW, LMSW, CPC, LPC, etc.)

• Name: Vanessa Ling Everyday Health
• Category: Biotech and Healthcare
• Email: [email protected]
• Media Outlet: Everyday Health
• Deadline: 4:00 PM EST – 1 February

Query:

1. Why should couples do premarital counseling?
2. What are the different types of premarital counseling?
3. What’s the benefit of a premarital self-guided course vs. sessions with a counselor or therapist?
4. How long does premarital counseling take? Is there a minimum?
5. How does premarital counseling differ from other types of relationship counseling, like couples counseling or marriage counseling?
6. When is it best to start premarital counseling?

Requirements: Licensed mental health or relationship professionals (LMFT, LCSW. LMSW, CPC, LPC, etc.)

Summary: Psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists with advice on Fidget Toys

• Name: Jen Fiegel Bustle
• Category: Lifestyle and Fitness
• Email: [email protected]
• Media Outlet: Bustle
• Deadline: 5:00 PM EST – 1 February

Query: Hi, I’m working on a story about all kinds of fidget toys for Bustle and would love to know your recommendations!

1. What types of fidget toys do you recommend?
2. Are there any specific qualities shoppers should look for when choosing a fidget toy (e.g. something that can be used by the non-dominant hand, something that’s quiet if you’re using it in public, etc.)?
3. Are there any specific products you’d recommend? (Please provide a link!)
4. Are there any types of fidget toys you do NOT recommend?
5. Please provide your title, where you work, pronouns, and any credentials worth noting.

Here’s an example of a similar story we’ve done in the past:

https://www.bustle.com/style/podiatrists-love-these-comfy-walking-shoes-under-40-on-amazon

Requirements: You are a psychologist, psychiatrist, mental health nurse practitioner, clinical social worker, or have a different qualification for being a psychological therapist. Thank you!

Summary: Looking for relationship experts who can offer insight on long-distance relationships

• Name: Lena Genovese Girls’ Life
• Category: Lifestyle and Fitness
• Email: [email protected]
• Media Outlet: Girls’ Life
• Deadline: 7:00 PM EST – 1 February

Query: Hi there! Looking for relationship experts/therapists who can offer insight on long distance relationships for teenagers. I’m hoping to answer the following questions:

1. What are some ways to succeed in a long-distance relationship?
2. How can you connect with your boyfriend/girlfriend when you aren’t physically in the same place?
3. What are some green flags to look for in a partner who is willing to try a long-distance relationship? (Note: This piece is primarily for high schoolers.)

Summary: Looking for a psychologist, counselor, or therapist regarding online therapy

• Name: Eliene Augenbraun Forbes
• Category: Lifestyle and Fitness
• Email: [email protected]
• Media Outlet: Forbes
• Deadline: 7:00 PM EST – 1 February

Query: I’m writing an article about an online psychotherapy platform for Forbes Health. I am looking for a psychologist, social worker, or therapist familiar with online therapy platforms.

Requirements: Looking for a psychologist, social worker, therapist, or counselor familiar with online and or in-person therapy. We can talk by email or Zoom. Thanks so much in advance for your expertise!

Summary: Mental health experts on domestic violence media portrayals

• Name: Julia Metraux Everyday Health
• Category: Biotech and Healthcare
• Email: [email protected]
• Media Outlet: Everyday Health
• Deadline: 7:00 PM EST – 1 February

Query: I am looking for a mental health professional who works with domestic violence survivors to answer the following questions:

1. Why a helpful and sensitive portrayal of DV is important
2. What exactly constitutes a helpful/sensitive portrayal of DV? Are there media guidelines?
3. Why certain media portrayals of DV might be harmful.
4. 3-4 examples of movies, TV series, books etc that portray DV correctly

Requirements: Psychologists, social workers, or psychiatrists are preferred. Responses to questions do not need to be longer than 1-2 sentences each