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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, we explore what happens when therapists move beyond working in isolation and start building true community with one another. Our guest, Nick Bognar, MFT, shares why authentic, nourishing relationships among clinicians aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential for sustaining our work, preventing burnout, and ensuring clients receive the best care possible. We discuss how welcoming peers, sharing resources, and offering genuine support can strengthen individual practices while uplifting the entire mental health field. Whether you're a solo practitioner or part of a larger organization, this conversation will inspire you to cultivate connections that make the work more sustainable, meaningful, and deeply human.

What You'll Learn:

• Why therapists benefit personally and professionally from building authentic connections with colleagues
• Practical ways to cultivate meaningful professional relationships, even if you’re a solo practitioner
• How sharing resources, referrals, and wisdom strengthens both individual practices and the broader mental health community
• Small, intentional shifts therapists can make to create more welcoming, supportive spaces for one another

Bio:

Nick Bognar is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of Nick Bognar Coaching, LLC. Based in Pasadena, CA, he owns a thriving private practice with five associates and specializes in men’s mental health and codependency. Much of his clinical work centers on helping clients set healthy boundaries and step out of limiting relationship patterns. In addition to his therapy practice, Nick is the creator of Action Practice Building, a coaching program and digital course designed to help therapists grow sustainable, relationship-based, values-driven private practices. Drawing on his experience across business, hospitality, and therapy, Nick teaches clinicians how to build their caseloads through authentic, nourishing professional relationships—without relying on hustle or gimmicks. Nick’s work has been featured in NPR, The New York Times, Medium, and other outlets. Whether in the therapy room, through his coaching programs, or as a media contributor, he is passionate about helping people live fuller lives, strengthen their relationships, and grow practices that align with their deepest values.

Connect with Nick Bognar:

http://www.nickbognartherapy.com/

https://www.facebook.com/NickBognarTherapy/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-bognar-bb2692371/

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits with Stacy Schaffer to shine a spotlight on a population that is too often overlooked in clinical practice: children and teens. Stacy shares why prioritizing youth mental health isn’t just beneficial for young clients—it’s essential for the long-term well-being of families, communities, and the mental health field as a whole. Together, they explore the unique needs of young people today, the gaps in available services, and why now is the time for practices to thoughtfully expand their offerings. You’ll learn how integrating youth services can strengthen your practice, diversify your caseload, and create meaningful early interventions that change lives. This conversation will challenge you to reimagine your role in supporting the next generation.

What You'll Learn:

• The unique mental health challenges young people are facing today and why early intervention matters
• How offering youth services can strengthen your practice, diversify your caseload, and increase long-term sustainability
• Practical considerations for clinicians who want to begin working with youth, from training to systems to structuring sessions
• Ways mental health professionals can collaborate, advocate, and innovate to ensure young voices are truly heard

Bio:

Stacy Schaffer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty years of experience helping children, teens, and young adults navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. Based in Arvada, Colorado, she is the founder and director of Stacy Schaffer Counseling and specializes in both grief and anxiety therapy. Her extensive training includes a Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Ottawa University, a Graduate Diploma in Christian Counseling from Phoenix Seminary, and certification in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and
Reprocessing). She is a proud member of both the National Association of Play Therapy and the Colorado Association for Play Therapy.

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Purchase her book: https://amazon.com/dp/1964251516

https://stacyschaffer.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hoperestored/

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, we sit down with Omar Ruiz, an amazing guest who believes marketing doesn’t have to drain your time, energy, or bank account. Together, Omar and Margo explore simple, high-impact strategies—like optimizing your Psychology Today and Google Business Profiles—that can dramatically increase your visibility and bring in consistent referrals without adding to your workload. You’ll learn how clarity, sustainability, and small, strategic adjustments can help you attract more private-pay clients while staying grounded in your values. Whether you’re new to marketing or feeling overwhelmed by it, this conversation will show you how to build a steady client flow without burning yourself out.

What You'll Learn:

• How simple, high-impact marketing tweaks can attract more private-pay clients without adding to your workload.
• The most effective ways to optimize your Psychology Today and Google Business Profiles for consistent referrals.
• How to build sustainable marketing routines that support your practice without draining your time or energy.
• Practical steps to improve visibility even if you’re not “tech savvy” or comfortable with traditional marketing.

Bio:

As a featured expert on WebMD, Women's Health, Newsweek, and more, Omar A. Ruiz is a Puerto Rican–born, Boston-raised Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. He has run a successful solo private practice, TalkThinkThrive, for over 11 years, transitioning from insurance-based care to a private-pay model where he specializes in helping couples heal from infidelity.
Beyond his clinical work, Omar is now the founder of Private Practice Marketing and creator of the Client Attraction System, an affordable course and coaching program that empowers therapists to market their private practices ethically and effectively, making the process feel less salesy and more authentic. Drawing from both his clinical and entrepreneurial experience, Omar is also a seasoned speaker and podcast guest. He is returning for his third year at the Mental Health Marketing Conference, has been a featured presenter at the Small Business Expo, & is known for offering concrete, actionable advice to therapists in private practice on podcasts such as Practice of the Practice, The Practice of Therapy, Private Practice Elevation, The Therapists Collective, and more.

Connect with Omar Ruiz:

www.marketyourprivatepractice.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-a-ruiz-lmft-ab1b8738/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-practice-marketing-llc/

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor Podcast, Dr. Margo Jacquot and Tamara Herl dive into how Internal Family Systems (IFS) can serve as both a personal growth framework and a professional leadership tool. Tamara shares how understanding and integrating our own inner parts fosters greater emotional balance, authenticity, and clarity in the way we show up at work. They discuss how IFS principles can help therapists and leaders navigate conflict, strengthen teams, and create more compassionate, connected workplaces. By cultivating inner harmony, clinicians can not only enhance their own resilience but also influence the collective well-being of their organizations. This conversation invites you to explore how healing within can transform how you lead, collaborate, and connect with others.

What You'll Learn:

• How Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps therapists build greater self-awareness, balance, and emotional resilience
• Practical ways to apply IFS principles within teams and organizations to strengthen connection and collaboration.
• How understanding your internal “parts” can reduce burnout, reactivity, and workplace conflict.
• How integrating IFS can create ripple effects of healing — from individual clinicians to entire systems of care.

Bio:

Tamara Herl, CEO of Wild Divine Coaching and Retreats, is a spiritual growth guide and coach. She helps her clients work with parts of themselves that cause unwanted and unhelpful behavior. Tamara helps her clients use art therapy and Internal Family Systems to heal unresolved trauma, flower essences to create emotional balance, energy work to unlock full potential, and connection with nature to receive Divine Guidance. Tamara started her business because she knew countless women had become disconnected from their True selves, and her services and products provide pathways to reclaim that wholeness.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaraherl/

https://www.instagram.com/tamaraherl/

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Aaron Price, the creator of Therapy Profile Pro, an innovative AI tool designed to help therapists craft stronger, more authentic Psychology Today profiles. We explore how this technology supports clinicians in telling their stories, connecting with ideal clients, and writing personal statements that truly reflect who they are. Whether you’re building your private practice or refining your online presence, you’ll learn how AI can make marketing your practice more effective—and more genuine.

What You'll Learn from this Episode:

• How Therapy Profile Pro uses AI to help therapists write Psychology Today profiles that attract their ideal clients.
• Why your online presence is often your first impression—and how to make it an authentic reflection of your practice.
• How to balance authentic storytelling with effective marketing language that converts views into referrals.
• How embracing tech tools like Therapy Profile Pro can help grow your caseload and expand your practice’s visibility.

Bio:

Aaron Price is the founder of Therapy Profile Pro, a platform trusted by 1,000+ therapists to enhance their Psychology Today profiles and attract more of their ideal clients. With a background in computer science from Duke University and experience building products for the mental health industry, Aaron combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of therapists’ real-world needs. He previously led growth and marketing initiatives at leading education and climate organizations before transitioning to mental health after a life-changing personal therapy experience. Aaron’s mission with Therapy Profile Pro is to give therapists a simple, effective way to attract their ideal clients while spending less time on marketing.

Connect with Aaron Price:

https://www.therapyprofilepro.com/

aaron@therapyprofilepro.com

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, we sit down with Carah Elizabeth to explore the evolving landscape of virtual therapy and how clinicians can maintain meaningful connections and impact in an increasingly digital world. She shares her innovative framework, The SoulPowered Journey, which helps therapists and clients alike access deeper healing and self-awareness—even through a screen. Together, we discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with virtual care, the importance of authenticity in online spaces, and how embracing new modalities can empower both practitioners and their clients to thrive.

What You'll Learn:

• How to build a thriving and authentic virtual therapy practice
• Strategies for overcoming common challenges in online care delivery
• Ways to integrate The SoulPowered Journey framework to enhance client outcomes
• How embracing innovation can expand your reach and impact as a therapist

Bio:

Carah Elizabeth is a clinically trained psychotherapist turned trauma-informed coach, empowering high-achieving women to break free from the limitations of generational patterns and lead their lives with embodied confidence, self-trust, and soul-powered abundance. With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Carah blends her expertise in somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and energy work to guide women through a deeply transformative journey of reconnecting with their bodies, healing past trauma, and stepping into their true potential. Through her signature Soul Powered Life Method, Carah helps executives and entrepreneurs uncover the subconscious patterns that keep them stuck, while providing the tools to create lasting health, wealth, and fulfillment from the inside out. Carah’s work has been described as life-changing, transformative, and deeply impactful—combining the best of science and spirit to bring lasting transformation. When she's not coaching, you’ll find her deeply immersed in nature, exploring the world, and continuing her own journey of embodied healing.

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https://www.instagram.com/carah.elizabeth/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/carah-elizabeth/

https://www.facebook.com/carah.elizabeth.5

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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A cluttered office or home environment can quietly drain your energy, increase stress, and make it harder to focus on what matters most. For business owners and leaders in mental health, the state of your physical space often mirrors the state of your mind—and both affect how effectively you serve others. In this episode of the Mental Health Business Mentor podcast, we dive with Kate Evans into the powerful connection between decluttering and mental well-being. You’ll hear how simplifying your environment can reduce anxiety, create more clarity, and free up mental bandwidth for your most important work. We’ll also share practical strategies to help you let go of what no longer serves you and design spaces that fuel both calm and productivity. By clearing your space, you can unlock new energy and creativity that supports not just your personal wellness but also the growth of your business.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The connection between physical clutter and mental health
• How a clear environment can improve focus and reduce stress
• Practical decluttering strategies you can implement right away
• Ways to create intentional spaces that support both personal well-being and business success

Bio:

Kate Evans is a psychologist and decluttering coach who helps people overcome their mental and emotional barriers to decluttering. She holds a Bachelor's of Fine Arts, a master's degree in professional counseling, and is certified as a life coach and as a yoga instructor. Kate's first book, Ditch Your Sh*t: Decluttering Your Mindset to Declutter Your Home, will be published on October 7th, 2025. Kate lives in the Western Suburbs of Chicago with her husband and two calico cats, where she works hard to maintain a balanced life by practicing what she preaches.

Connect with Kate Evans:

www.soulfulspacecoaching.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katesevans.coaching

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katesevans.coaching/

For book- https://www.soulfulspacecoaching.com/ditch-your-shit-book

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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Every business owner dreams of having a practice that doesn’t depend on them for every decision and every detail. In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor podcast, Dr. Margo Jacquot speaks with Ruth Mannschreck, who breaks down the Five Elements of Freedom—robust systems, clear communication, strong teams, a healthy business culture, and effective leadership. You’ll learn how these essential components work together to create a practice that not only supports your clients but also gives you the space to lead, grow, and even step away without everything falling apart.

What You'll Learn in this Episode:

• The Five Elements of Freedom that create a business that runs without you
• How robust systems free up your time and reduce stress
• Why clear communication keeps your team and clients aligned
• The role of a strong team in supporting growth and stability
• How to foster a healthy business culture that sustains success
• Ways to strengthen your leadership so your practice thrives—even when you’re not in the room

Bio:

Dr. Ruth Mannschreck, dentist, business strategist, and founder of Shoreline Strategies LLC, has over 30 years of experience in private practice. After a life-altering experience with her daughter’s NICU stay, she reimagined her business, reducing her hours while boosting revenue. This shift inspired her to develop a streamlined business model centered on efficient systems, high-performing teams, and a thriving company culture. Now, through her programs Business Lifestyle By Design and Prep It To Sell, Dr. Ruth helps entrepreneurs build scalable businesses and ensure they sell for maximum value when the time is right. When she’s not coaching and mentoring small business owners, Dr. Ruth can be found engrossed in a good book, walking her two dogs, taste-testing new wines, or paddleboarding around a lake in Northern Michigan.

Connect with Ruth Mannschreck:

https://shorelinestrategies.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthmannschreck/

https://www.instagram.com/ruthmannschreck/?hl=en

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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Connect with Dr. Margo Jacquot:

• Website: thejunipercenter.com
• Instagram: @thejunipercenter
• Facebook: The Juniper Center