The Juniper Center

02/03/2026

A new episode of Consumer's Guide to Mental Health podcast is now live! In this episode, Margo 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 emotional healing. Listeners will learn how somatic psychotherapy helps regulate the nervous system, process stress and trauma, and build a deeper sense of safety and self-awareness. Whether you’re feeling stuck in traditional therapy, curious about alternative approaches, or simply want to understand your options before booking an appointment, this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and a compassionate introduction to a new way of healing. Please take a listen:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2532770/episodes/18534285

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 d...

02/02/2026

It’s Heart Health Month 💙 Your heart and mind are deeply connected. Ongoing stress, anxiety, and depression can affect both your mental and physical health. This February, remember that caring for your mental health is also caring for your heart. https://www.theharriscenter.org/blogs/heart-mind-connection-managing-stress-heart-health

February is American Heart Month. It’s a time when many of us think about our physical heart health, but it’s also an important time to recognize how our mental health impacts our heart.Stress, depression, and anxiety can take a toll on us in many ways. Prolonged stress can have a significant im...

01/29/2026

TOMORROW! Lauryn Payne will host a virtual CEU presentation on counseling individuals navigating poverty and systemic inequity. This presentation aims to shed light on a complex and often controversial topic that is frequently overlooked in clinical practice and the world. By creating space for critical dialogue and increased awareness, this presentation aims to examine the systemic barriers that impact clients' daily lived experiences. It will explore a range of structural and social barriers while highlighting key clinical implications for both current practice and future counseling work. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/university/

01/28/2026

A new episode of the Mental Health Business Mentor podcast is now live! In this episode, we sit down with Tara Meyer-Robson, the creator of The Flow Method and Body Decode Method, to explore how mental and physical health are deeply interconnected—and why the body plays such a critical role in healing. Our guest shares how these methodologies were developed, how they’re being used by practitioners around the world, and what happens when clinicians learn to listen to the body as part of the therapeutic process. We discuss practical ways therapists can expand their clinical lens beyond symptoms and diagnoses to support more integrated, sustainable change. This conversation invites mental health professionals to rethink healing as something that unfolds in motion, awareness, and connection between mind and body.

In this episode, we sit down with Tara-Meyer Robson, the creator of The Flow Method and Body Decode Method, to explore how mental and physical health are dee...

01/28/2026

Have questions about the business side of your practice? Ask about 1-on-1 consulting with Dr. Margo Jacquot, award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center and host of Mental Health Business Mentor podcast. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/one-on-one-mental-health-business-consulting/

Dr. Margo Jacquot owns one of the largest mental health practices across Illinois. Get 1-on-1 consulting to grow your mental health business.

01/27/2026

The Juniper Center is hiring! Experience the joy of practicing where you can bring your authentic self to work. Check out current openings! https://www.thejunipercenter.com/about-us/jobs/

Experience the joy of working where you can bring your full self to work At The Juniper Center we provide care we would want for ourselves or a loved one.

01/26/2026

Meet Cy Watson! He views therapy not as advice-giving, but as a psychodynamic process of making sense of one's inner life — the feelings, patterns, and relationship dynamics that shape how one experiences the world. Cy works with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, he is committed to supporting q***r, trans, and non-binary clients with an affirming, intersectional approach. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/our-staff/cy-watson/

Cy earned a BFA in Musical Theatre from Illinois Wesleyan University and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. His background in the arts shapes his collaborative approach, grounded in the belief that deepening self-awareness sparks change. He sees therapy not as advice-g...

01/23/2026

Emerging research is exploring how AI can support mental health care. A recent NEJM AI study found that an AI chatbot helped improve symptoms of anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. We’re highlighting Psychology Today’s take on this evolving approach to care. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-future-brain/202503/study-finds-ai-chatbot-can-improve-mental-health

Study finds AI chatbot significantly improve symptoms for those suffering from major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and eating disorders in just two months.

01/22/2026

On Friday, January 30th, at 9:30 a.m. CST, Lauryn Payne will host a virtual CEU presentation on counseling individuals navigating poverty and systemic inequity. This presentation aims to shed light on a complex and often controversial topic that is frequently overlooked in clinical practice and the world. By creating space for critical dialogue and increased awareness, this presentation aims to examine the systemic barriers that impact clients' daily lived experiences. It will explore a range of structural and social barriers while highlighting key clinical implications for both current practice and future counseling work. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/university/

01/21/2026

Imagine a life free of excess worry, distress, panic, and anxiety. While we have come to accept a certain amount of anxiety in our lives, feelings of panic and distress can become chronic for some. They can damage physical health, relationships, careers, and overall quality of life. If you or your loved ones are suffering from anxiety, you do not have to face your fears alone. With the right tools and solutions, you can develop strong coping skills to conquer your anxiety to start living your best life – free of excess panic, worry, and fear. At The Juniper Center, our mental health professionals are here to help you during this challenging time. https://www.thejunipercenter.com/services/anxiety-treatment/

Experience a life free of excessive anxiety Imagine a life free of excess worry, distress, panic and anxiety. While anxiety is a normal part of life,

01/20/2026

No Name-Calling Week raises awareness about the impact of bullying in schools. What may seem like harmless words can lead to shame, isolation, and emotional distress. We’re sharing more about the history of this initiative and why it matters. https://www.lessonplanet.com/article/language-arts/no-name-calling-week--2

The lessons learned during No Name Calling Week can last throughout the year.

01/19/2026

Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day! It is a day when we come together to remember, and celebrate Dr. King's contributions to the civil rights. It also serves as an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing struggle for equal rights and justice for everyone. We must take some time to come together as one and remember the achievements of this historical figure and how much of an impact he made on the world.