The Juniper Center

09/04/2025

On Friday, September 19th, Ryan DeLapp is returning to the Juniper center for another informative CEU webinar! When clients are exposed to environments that negatively judge or mistreat them due to the racial or cultural backgrounds, it can make authentic self-expression very challenging. Such environments can cause negative self-beliefs to grow, intensify emotional distresses when in these social settings, and even disrupt client’s ability to achieve personal goals. This training will review how adaptations to CBT interventions can be used to help clients of color strengthen their self-love, self-confidence, and overall cultural pride. Click the link to register today! https://ceu.thejunipercenter.com/courses/helping-clients-of-color-build-self-love-self-confidence-and-cultural-pride

09/03/2025

Back-to-school season brings excitement, pressure, and uncertainty for students and families. Whether you’re a student facing new challenges or a caregiver supporting your child, Mental Health America offers free tools, resources, and guidance to help along the way. https://mhanational.org/back-to-school-with-mental-health-in-mind/

As the school year begins, students and families face a mix of excitement, pressure, and uncertainty. Whether you’re a young person navigating new challenges or a caregiver looking to support your child’s emotional well-being, Mental Health America is here to help with practical guidance, free t...

09/02/2025

Save the Date! A new mental health conference on Tuesday, October 28th! The Innovations in Mental Health Conference: Treating Families and Children. A whole day full of informational presentations on great resources to help children and their families discuss various mental health topics. More information will be coming soon, but be sure to lock October 28th in your calendar at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Skokie, IL!

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day to everyone out there! Today, we honor and recognize the American labor movement and the work and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States. Take some time today to relax because all of the hard workers out there deserve a break as a reward for themselves.

08/30/2025

Today is National Grief Awareness Day—a reminder that grief is a natural process and support is available. This day encourages understanding, compassion, and education on how to help those in mourning. Grow Therapy shares why it’s okay to feel grief and highlights resources to help navigate it. https://growtherapy.com/blog/national-grief-awareness-day/

Learn why National Grief Awareness Day (celebrated every August 30th) is so important, the mental health impacts of grief, and more.

08/28/2025

We have another CEU presentation coming up tomorrow! The Juniper Center's own Dr. Anne Thatcher is presenting on mild neurocognitive disorder, Alzheimer's Disease, and other dementias. This presentation will review the difference between delirium and dementia and discuss the etiology of both. A review of diagnosis and treatment options for Mild Neurocognitive Disorder and Dementia due to Alzheimer's Disease will be provided. Finally, other types of dementia and caregiver burnout and support will be discussed. Click the link to register for this webinar! https://ceu.thejunipercenter.com/courses/mild-neurocognitive-disorder-alzheimers-disease-and-other-dementias

08/27/2025

We have some exciting news to share with all of you. The Juniper Center will be launching a brand new podcast! The Consumer's Guide to Mental Health is here to simplify the complex landscape of mental health. From understanding therapy types and treatment options to knowing what questions to ask a provider, this podcast gives you the tools to be an informed, confident consumer of mental health services. Join us as we demystify the process and open the door to better access, clarity, and care. Dr. Margo Jacquot will be speaking with various guests on the different therapy services out there and having the most commonly asked questions about therapy answered! Be sure to save the date for September 10th, as the first episode will be launched then!

08/27/2025

More people are getting lost in a good book—and in doing so, they’re rediscovering the mental health benefits of reading. Whether reading solo or in a group, books offer connection, meaning, and a boost to emotional well-being. Psychology Today shares how daily reading can positively impact mental health. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-art-effect/202203/the-mental-health-benefits-reading

From bibliotherapy to book clubs, research shows that reading can be a real boon to our mental wellbeing.

08/26/2025

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.

08/25/2025

The Juniper Center is hiring! Experience the joy of working 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.

08/22/2025

A new episode of the Your Mental Health Business Mentor podcast is now live! Join Dr. Margo Jacquot as she talks with Rebecca Berneck, CEO of Officeheads, about practical ways to maintain strong profit margins without compromising the quality of care your clients receive. From understanding your true costs to setting fees with confidence, to streamlining operations, this conversation offers valuable insights for clinicians at every stage of private practice.

Running a private mental health practice is more than just providing excellent care—it’s also about keeping your business healthy and sustainable. In this episode of the Your Mental Health Business Mentor Podcast, we delve into the delicate balanc...

08/21/2025

We have another CEU presentation coming up on Friday, August 29th! The Juniper Center's own Dr. Anne Thatcher is presenting on mild neurocognitive disorder, Alzheimer's Disease, and other dementias. This presentation will review the difference between delirium and dementia and discuss the etiology of both. A review of diagnosis and treatment options for Mild Neurocognitive Disorder and Dementia due to Alzheimer's Disease will be provided. Finally, other types of dementia and caregiver burnout and support will be discussed. Click the link to register for this webinar! https://ceu.thejunipercenter.com/courses/mild-neurocognitive-disorder-alzheimers-disease-and-other-dementias