Mental Health Business Mentor
Are you a clinician looking to find the balance between providing compassionate client care and business agility for your mental health practice? Tune in for all things YOU need to know to start or grow your practice and better serve clients across the board. Topics range from back-office fundamentals, professional networking and teletherapy to current brain science modalities, LGBTQ inclusion and more. Join your host, Margo Jacquot, PsyD, a long time veteran and business owner of The Juniper Center, one of the largest women-owned counseling practices serving Chicagoland and all of Illinois with teletherapy. Margo shares her thought leadership, lessons learned, trends in mental health and lead powerful discussions with industry and business experts, all to help more clinicians fulfill their dream of creating a thriving practice.
Episodes
In this episode of Your Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Mark Manderson, founder of Pacific Shores Recovery, author of The Recovery Way, and creator of the Pacific Shores app. Mark shares his deeply personal journey from childhood trauma to becoming a leader in addiction recovery. With honesty and insight, he outlines how building a recovery center came from lived experience, entrepreneu...
Are you feeling constantly drained, overwhelmed, or like you're just "pushing through" each day? You might be facing more than just a busy schedule—you could be experiencing burnout.
In this enlightening episode of Your Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot welcomes Katie Babcock, wellness advocate and mental health expert, to dive deep into the hidden layers of burnout. Together, they unpack ...
In this episode of Your Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with leadership and professional development coach Karyn Taeyaerts to explore how the DISC assessment transforms communication, builds trust, and strengthens team dynamics—especially in mental health and private practice environments.
With over 15 years of experience using DISC, Karyn walks us through the four key personality styles (D, ...
In this episode, we dig into one of the biggest barriers holding back practice owners from scaling: being too deep in the weeds. Our guest today is Lairen Knott, founder of National Virtual Assistants, a service committed to helping business owners like you offload administrative, creative, and operational tasks.
From handling emails and calendars to managing cohorts and sitting on insurance calls (yes, reall...
In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor Podcast, host Dr. Margo Jacquot welcomes Dr. Nadia Alsamadi, a queer and non-binary Palestinian-American clinical psychologist, educator, and founder of Beyond the Binary Psychotherapy & Consulting. Together, they discuss the critical role of the initial consultation call in client retention and practice success.
Dr. Alsamadi provides a structured, five...
Success in private practice isn’t just about seeing clients—it’s about tracking the right data to grow and sustain your business. In this episode of Your Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot and Dr. Mark Jacquot (brother and sister) dive deep into Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and how they can transform the way you manage your practice.
📊 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why KPIs Ma...
In this episode of Your Mental Health Business Mentor, host Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Marta Hamilton, CEO & Founder of TeleWellness Hub, to discuss how technology and community can revolutionize the mental health industry.
Marta shares the inspiring journey behind TeleWellness Hub, a platform designed to connect mental health providers with clients while streamlining business growth for practitione...
In this conversation, Dr. Margo and Dr. Dan Franz discuss the integration of psychedelic therapies, particularly ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, into mental health practices. Dr. Franz shares his journey from traditional therapy to exploring innovative treatments, emphasizing the importance of the psychology of meaning and the transformative potential of psychedelics. They also discuss the business implications of ad...
In this conversation, Dr. Margo Jacquot spoke with Leah Guzman, a board-certified art therapist and author, about her journey in art therapy, the importance of self-care, and the process of publishing her books. Leah shares her experiences with burnout and how it led her to create meaningful art and resources for others. They discuss the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing, and Leah offers v...
In this episode, Dr. Margot Jacquot speaks with Eileen Lysaught about the critical aspects of employment law relevant to mental health practitioners. They discuss the importance of having an employment attorney, the nuances of corporate structures, and the distinctions between employees and independent contractors.
Eileen emphasizes the necessity of proper documentation, such as operating agreements and offe...
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Margo and Kym Tolson explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in psychotherapy. Kym, known as the 'traveling therapist,' shares her journey into the world of AI, discussing its applications in clinical practice, particularly in note-taking and client management. They delve into the importance of HIPAA compliance, the potential concerns therapists have...
In this conversation, Dr. Margo and Juliet discuss the essential elements of effective website copywriting for therapists. They explore common mistakes therapists make when creating their websites, emphasizing the importance of understanding copywriting principles and focusing on the client's needs rather than the therapist's credentials. Juliet outlines her process for writing website copy, including the im...
Dr. Margo Jacqout sits down with Kym Tolson, also known as the Traveling Therapist, to talk about the ever-changing world of therapy. Kym shares her inspiring journey as a digital nomad, offering practical tips on how therapists can explore new ways to earn income. They also dive into the challenges of dealing with and navigating insurance companies and why advocacy matters so much in mental health care.
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We all have clutter in our lives, but what exactly is “Energetic Clutter” and how in the world can we begin to clear it? In this episode, we welcome Tanya Cole-Lesnick, a psychotherapist turned personal development coach. Tanya & Margo dive into coaching, group coaching, retreats and her coined term “Energetic Clutter”. Tanya also shares how she can help you connect with your own magic!
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We’ve all heard the expression “You never get a second chance to make a first impression” but how does that saying relate to a practice Intake process? In this episode, we welcome back Mark Jacquot, Chief Operating Officer of The Juniper Center and Margo’s big brother. Mark & Margo dive into the importance of the Intake Process discussing what it is, what skill sets are crucial, and the role automation can play. M...
Have you heard the buzzwords “trauma informed approach” but aren’t really sure about how you can utilize it in your daily life? In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Bianka Hardin, Psy.D.. Dr. Hardin is the founder of Centered Therapy Chicago. Bianka & Margo tackle the topic of infusing a relational trauma informed approach in your practice and with clients. They discuss knowing your own triggers so you can better...
Do you ever think about selling your counseling practice in the future and struggle with how and when you would even start? In this episode, we talk with Joyce Marter. Joyce is a Renowned Psychotherapist, National Speaker, Entrepreneur, Media Contributor, Author, & Mental Health Thought Leader. She is the founder of Urban Balance (a national outpatient mental health company) and the author of The Financial Mindse...
Warning: This episode will talk about suicide and may be triggering for some listeners.
As a practice leader, do you often lose sleep over potential emergency situations with clients? What legal implications do I need to consider to keep myself, clients and my company protected? In this episode, we talk with Jonathan Nye, Managing Partner of NYE Law Group, Ltd. Jonathan & Margo discuss emergency situations, when ...
We’ve all heard of mentoring but what does “Reverse Mentoring” really mean? In this episode we welcome Julie Noonan, an experienced Executive Coach and Change Management Strategist. Margo and Julie dive into “reverse mentoring” and how people of different generations can learn from each other and often share the same values but differ in their approach. They discuss things leaders should consider in how to best leave ...
As a practice owner, do you ever wonder what it is that makes some practices succeed more so than others in seemingly similar environments? In this episode we welcome Maira Holzmann, founder of Somatic Therapy Partners in Denver, CO. Margo and Maira dive into reasons therapy practices succeed and fail. They discuss the top habits of thriving therapists, including her #1 habit of “niching down”. Maira also shares the d...
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