Ep4: Carla D’Agostino-Vigil on group practice leadership and clinician well-being

Group practice leadership distinguishes a tired team from a thriving, values-driven practice. In this episode, Dan King speaks with Carla D’Agostino-Vigil—founder of Ignite Counseling and The Mental Health Executive—about building resilient systems, supporting clinician well-being, and leading intentionally. 

Carla traces her roots from a family plumbing business to HR leadership and, ultimately, to managing a group practice. Her blend of grit and people management shines through in her leadership: start with a clear “why,” design supportive frameworks, and document everything so the practice can operate smoothly without heroics.

 Takeaways:

• A compelling why balances personal freedom with professional impact.
• Leadership can be isolating—counter this with reciprocal peer communities.
• Develop an intranet and SOPs so information is stored outside of individuals.
• A small, empowered leadership team safeguards culture and clinician well-being.

 If you’re a practice owner or clinician aiming for a healthier, more scalable workplace, this chat will help you turn values into repeatable systems. Listen, take notes, and share it with someone who needs a nudge to lead with clarity.

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About the Host

Dan King is a lawyer turned private equity founder with a passion for fixing burnout in mental health. With a background in M&A, Shark Tank deals, and psychology, he now leads Fireside Strategic — investing in group practices that put people first.

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