Consumer's Guide to Mental Health

Finding the Right Therapist: How to Research and Choose with Confidence with Cindy Brom

• Season 1 • Episode 2

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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 therapy needs, to balancing logistics with personal connection, this conversation offers practical tips to make the search less stressful and more empowering. Whether you’re looking for your very first therapist or considering making a change, this episode will give you the tools to make an informed choice for your mental health journey.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

  • Identify your needs before starting the search
  • Use directories and resources effectively
  • Ask the right questions during consultations
  • Balance cost, logistics, and gut instinct when choosing

Bio:

Cindy Brom is a senior business development, strategy, and operations leader specializing in higher levels of care for behavioral health. With direct experience launching and overseeing intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs, Cindy has also served as a senior leader for providers in residential and inpatient levels of care in Illinois, Washington, and Colorado. Bringing 13 years of management experience serving patients with eating, mood, and anxiety disorders specifically, she also provided business development services for a substance abuse recovery provider in Chicago. Before beginning her mental health career as Practice Manager for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern, Cindy was a consultant to growing ventures in a variety of industries, helping more than 100 companies replicate and grow their businesses throughout the country. Cindy earned her MBA from the JL Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a BSB from the University of Minnesota.

Connect with Cindy Brom:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-brom-a674b12/

https://www.simplybeecounseling.net/

https://www.facebook.com/simplybeecounseling

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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