Building Trust Early: Rethinking Informed Consent in Private Practice with Scott Stolarick

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In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, we explore how informed consent can be more than just a required form—it can be a powerful foundation for trust, safety, and connection. Our guest, Scott Stolarick, shares how private practices can approach informed consent in a way that truly supports client comfort, clarity, and empowerment from the very first interaction. We discuss practical strategies for turning what is often seen as a procedural step into a meaningful conversation that sets the tone for the therapeutic relationship. This episode invites clinicians to rethink how they introduce their work, build rapport early, and create a more transparent, client-centered experience from day one.

What You'll Learn:

• Why informed consent is more than a form—and how it can set the tone for the entire therapeutic relationship.
• How to present informed consent in a way that increases client comfort, clarity, and trust from the very beginning.
• Common mistakes clinicians make when approaching informed consent—and how to avoid them.
• Practical ways to turn informed consent into a collaborative, client-centered conversation.

Bio:

Scott is a licensed, trauma-informed psychotherapist who has been practicing in the state of Illinois for 33 years. He is an experienced administrator and clinical supervisor as well as a seasoned clinician. Scott has Management and Leadership Certifications from the University of Notre Dame and Cornell University. Scott is currently the owner of Mosaic Pathway Counseling in Gurnee, Illinois. Throughout the years, Scott has provided successful treatment planning for depression, anxiety, anger management, sexual abuse (victims and perpetrators), sexual addiction, substance abuse, marital discord, and family conflict, just to name a few. He is also a polished public speaker and has provided a variety of clinical workshops at the local and state levels.

Connect with Scott Stolarick:

https://www.mosaicpathwaycounseling.org/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553074873323

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mosaic-pathway-counseling/

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.

thejunipercenter.com

Connect with Dr. Margo Jacquot:

• Website: thejunipercenter.com
• Instagram: @thejunipercenter
• Facebook: The Juniper Center