A few things to think about before the day
Therapist headshot tips for feeling prepared
A little preparation can make the session feel more familiar. Choose clothes you enjoy wearing, bring a portrait you like and let us know what you would appreciate help with.
Let’s talk about your portraits
Look for an example that feels close to you
Look for a portrait that feels familiar to you. You might like the expression, the light or the way someone is sitting. You can borrow one idea and take the rest in your own direction.
For a close headshot, notice the expression and how much shoulder is visible. In a seated office portrait, look at the posture and the parts of the room you would like to include.
A wider portrait gives your hands, clothing and surroundings more space. If your photograph will join a team page, share the existing set too. The background and framing give us a starting point.
Send us the example and a few words about what you like. We will help you picture how it could work on your profile or website, including any room your designer needs for text.
Browse portrait ideas for your therapist headshotWear something you feel comfortable in
Start with clothes you like wearing in your professional life. Try the outfit while seated as well as standing, and check the neckline and layers.
If you are choosing between a couple of options, send us a photograph. We can think about the colors and background with you.
Find a little help with what to wearFor a portrait of your own
You can come with questions as well as ideas. The most useful preparation gives us a sense of you and what the photograph needs to do.
- Bring the website or profiles where you will use the portrait
- Choose a reference and tell us what you like about it
- Check your clothes beforehand and discuss any second outfit
- Let us know about glasses, a preferred side or something that would make the session easier
- Share any date by which you need the finished pictures
For the person bringing a team together
A clear arrival order and one contact help everyone know what to expect. Make space in the plan for a colleague with a short window or someone who needs another day.
- List the people who need portraits and any current pictures you are keeping
- Send a few photographs of the available room
- Ask the designer for the team-card and biography-page layouts
- Share building access and the times the room is free
- Decide who will check the finished team set alongside each person’s choice
Know where the photograph is going
A small directory portrait and a wider website image may need different framing. Share those destinations early so we can photograph with them in mind.
Your designer or the person updating the profiles can send the current crop and file requirements. We will agree what to deliver with you.
Choose your Psychology Today profile photographLet us help with the details still open
You can get in touch while you are deciding. Tell us who needs the photographs, where you would like to take them and roughly when.
We will discuss the look and put the session, chosen images and quote in writing before you confirm.
Tell us what you are thinkingBefore we meet.
A few things you might be wondering before we meet.
What if I feel uncomfortable in front of a camera?
Tell us what you find difficult or what would help. We can talk about it beforehand and guide you through small choices during the session. You can ask to try a different position or expression.
Should I practice poses?
You can look at a few portraits to see what you like. We will guide your posture during the session, so you can leave those decisions for the day if you prefer.
Should I bring another outfit?
An alternative can help if you want to explore another look. Let us know beforehand so we can include the change in the session we are planning.
Do we all need to wear the same color?
Your team can choose a similar level of formality while keeping individual clothes. We can discuss colors that sit well together with the chosen background.
What if our website is still being designed?
Share the ideas or draft layouts you have. We can talk with your designer about the pictures and crops they expect to need.
How much do I need to know before getting in touch?
The people, preferred location and a sense of timing are enough to begin. We will help you work through the photographic choices from there.