AI search tools like ChatGPT and Google AI are changing how patients discover local wellness providers, but what does that actually mean for your acupuncture practice?

In this episode, I’m joined again by website designer Samantha Mabe of Lemon & The Sea to talk about what’s really working right now when it comes to showing up in AI-powered search results. We break down why strong SEO fundamentals still matter, how niche messaging helps both humans and AI understand your expertise, and what you can do right now to strengthen your local online presence without trying to “hack” the algorithm.

We also discuss how AI evaluates trust, expertise, reviews, credentials, and consistency across your website and social platforms, plus why clear messaging matters more than ever.

In this episode:

Why SEO is still the foundation for showing up in AI search results
How blog posts and conditions pages work together strategically
What AI tools are actually looking for when recommending local practitioners

Find It Quickly

02:57 - Meet Samantha Mabe

05:06 - SEO Still Matters

10:34 - Blogging for AI Queries

13:18 - Niche Messaging Wins

17:13 - Conditions Pages vs Blogs

21:06 - Trust Signals and Links

24:57 - Local Listings Consistency

27:47 - Test Your AI Presence

33:25 - Social Proof and Video

Connect with Samantha Mabe

Website: lemonandthesea.com

Instagram: instagram.com/lemonandthesea

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