Consumer's Guide to Mental Health

In this episode, Dr. Margo Jacquot is joined by Natalie Rivans to explore the far-reaching effects of chronic stress on the brain, body, and overall mental well-being. While stress is a normal part of life, prolonged exposure can have a profound impact on how we think, feel, and function—often in ways we may not immediately recognize. Together, they unpack what happens in the brain and nervous sys...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health , Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Amber Hollingsworth to explore the often-overlooked difference between helping and enabling. While many people associate enabling with providing money or covering for a loved one’s mistakes, it can also take more subtle forms—such as stepping into the role of the fixer, critic, or enforcer. Driven by love,...

In this episode, Dr. Margo Jacquot of The Juniper Center sits down with Scott Stolarick to break down the role of informed consent in mental health care—and why it’s so essential for creating a safe, supportive experience. Together, they explore what informed consent really means, how it empowers clients to understand their options, and why having a clear voice in their care can make all the diffe...

In this episode, Dr. Margo Jacquot of The Juniper Center sits down with Keri Cooper to explore how everyday habits can play a powerful role in shaping children’s mental health. From simple routines at home to the way we communicate and model emotional regulation, small, consistent actions can make a lasting difference in how children cope, connect, and grow. Together, they break down the foundatio...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Dr. Jayne Ehirim to explore how she and her husband are using social media as a platform for meaningful mental health conversations. Together, they discuss the intention behind their public talks, the impact these conversations have on listeners, and how showing up authentically online can help reduce stigma...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health, host Dr. Margo Jacquot is joined by Cathy Williams to explore how movement and art therapy offer powerful paths to healing beyond traditional talk therapy. Together, they unpack what these creative, body-based modalities are, how they work, and why they can be especially helpful when emotions feel hard to name or put into words. Listeners w...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health , host Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Bianka Hardin to explore somatic psychotherapy and why this body-centered approach is gaining recognition in mental health care. Together, they break down what somatic therapy is, how it differs from traditional talk therapy, and why paying attention to the body can play such a powerful role in emotion...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health , host Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Heidi Siefkas to explore how resilience is often built not by avoiding hardship, but by learning how to see it differently. Through personal insight and lived experience, our guest shares how shifts in perspective can help us navigate obstacles that feel overwhelming or even impossible. Together, they...

Starting therapy is one of the most meaningful steps a person can take—but it’s also one of the hardest. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Katie Babcock to explore the real reasons people pause, stop, or never begin their search for a therapist. From fears about what therapy will be like, to misconceptions about needing to have everything “bad enough,” to the overwhe...

In this episode, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with the Juniper Center's own Clara Langrall to explore the rapidly evolving world of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and its growing role in mental health treatment. Clara breaks down what makes ketamine unique, why it works differently from traditional medications, and how pairing it with psychotherapy can unlock new pathways to healing. To...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health podcast, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Dr. Anne Thatcher, a nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatry, to demystify the world of medication management. Together, they explore how psychiatric care can work hand in hand with therapy to create a balanced, personalized approach to mental health. Listeners will learn what to expect during...

In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Launora Jusufi to explore how yoga therapy and meditation can help calm the mind, heal the body, and nurture emotional well-being. Together, they unpack how these practices support mental health, reduce stress, and help individuals reconnect with themselves. Whether you’re new to yoga and mindfulness or look...

Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) is a powerful but often misunderstood approach to treatment. In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Dr. Abby Brown to break down what RO-DBT really is, who it’s designed to help, and what a typical session looks like. They discuss common misconceptions about RO-DBT, how it differs from standard...

Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming — with countless directories, treatment approaches, and profiles to sort through, how do you know where to start? In this episode, Dr. Margo Jacquot speaks with Cindy Brom from Simply Bee Counseling and breaks down the research process step by step so you can feel confident in finding the right fit. From knowing what questions to ask to identifying your t...

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to figure out where to begin. In this episode of The Consumer's Guide to Mental Health, Dr. Margo Jacquot of The Juniper Center is joined by Rahim Thawer to talk about how social media and online platforms can actually help you in your search for the right therapist. From understanding reviews and recommendations to navigati...