Mental Health Business Mentor

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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. Mark also shares how simple things like answering the phone can set you apart from the competition.

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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 serve clients and employees, incorporating the framework in the hiring process, the importance of asking questions, and what is meant by “over-efforting”. Dr. Hardin also shares why you should give yourself permission to make mistakes. 

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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 Mindset Fix: A Mental Fitness Program for an Abundant Life. In this episode, Joyce and Margo discuss the importance of having an exit strategy.  They dive into business valuations, the types of buyers, and how a business broker can help you. Joyce also shares a pearl of wisdom on why it is essential to hang on to your confidence throughout the process.

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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 to breach client confidentiality, and the steps to take along the way. Jonathan also shares the importance of taking your own pulse first before reacting.

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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 a lasting positive legacy for themselves and their business. Julie also provides her top 3 pieces of advice to be an effective leader.

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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 difference between costs and investing in your business.

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Are you a practice owner struggling with balancing a return to in-person therapy versus telehealth? In this episode we welcome Dr. Jeremy Bidwell, founder and director of Lodestone Center for Behavioral Health. Margo and Jeremy dive into trends in client requests, clinician preferences, and hiring in today’s marketplace. They discuss how to provide incentives for in-person that help to provide a sense of community and make staff feel connected. Jeremy also shares why matching client requests to clinician specialties and available office space can begin to look like a giant game of Tetris.

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Are you a practice owner looking for additional office space but are struggling to understand the true costs associated with all these new types of lease options being presented to you? In this episode we welcome Michelle Schroeder, REALTOR at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago.  Margo and Michelle dive into how to find commercial real estate for your small business. They discuss trends in commercial real estate, different types of leases with their associated costs, and the struggles small business owners have in the current real estate market. Michelle also shares her tips for small business owners when looking for office space.

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In this inspirational end-of-year episode, we welcome Bryan Martin, better known as Sealion Bryan.  Bryan is a marine biologist, educator, widower and author of ”The Widowed Dancer - Growing Through Grief with Gratitude“. Margo and Bryan dive into his tragic, authentic, powerful and inspirational story. They discuss how it’s okay to be sad and how as Bryan was going through his grief journey, he prescribed himself 1 minute of joy each day by dancing – the rest is history! Bryan is a perfect example of the power of using social media for good. He also shares his pandemic lesson that it’s okay for life to be simple and simple can be joyful.

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