How Emma McAdam Grew 'Therapy in a Nutshell' to 1.9 Million Subscribers
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In this episode Dusty interviews Emma McAdam, the creator behind the successful YouTube channel Therapy in a Nutshell. Emma shares how she started her channel, her strategies for success, and how she monetizes her content. Discover how Emma produces high-quality educational videos while balancing her busy life, the role of AI in her content creation, and tips on managing burnout as a creator. Don't miss out on actionable insights and the inspiring story of a therapist making mental health education accessible to millions.
About Emma
Emma McAdam is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She saw the immense need for greater accessibility to mental health education and skills and started making videos for YouTube in 2017. In some way beyond her comprehension, over 1.7 Million people follow her YouTube channel, Therapy in a Nutshell.
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