Social Work Blog

APRIL 24, 2023

By Violeta Donawa, LMSW, MA Dr. Kathleen Cox and Dr. Sue Steiner bring the concept of ‘self-care’ out of the shadows and demystifies its significance in the lives of social work practitioners and leaders. Throughout the Self-Care in Social Work, Cox and Steiner draw upon their extensive clinical and academic experience as social work faculty.

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LMSW Self-harm Administration Clinic 97

Therapist Development Center

JULY 13, 2022

Today’s ASWB social work blog topic is one that is important for both the exams and our clinical practice: clinical assessment. In fact, this topic is so important that TDC created a six hour clinical assessment course on life stressors … Continued.

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Social Work Blog

MAY 3, 2024

While a small percentage of library social workers provide clinical mental health services, most provide resource connection and service coordination. Some do group programming, host housing clinics, or conduct mental health sessions to reduce stigma. Their duties reflect the biggest unmet needs in the surrounding community.”

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Psychosocial Mental Health LMSW Social Worker 122

Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

By Marisa Markowtiz, LMSW, CASAC-T Multi-ethnic group of kids in fitness class together. This trick can be used in a non-clinical setting, or when a client is in a state of distress. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that develops in childhood and lasts into adulthood.

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DBT CBT LMSW Psychiatry 99

Therapist Development Center

DECEMBER 5, 2022

This change impacts both the masters level LMSW exam and the clinical level LCSW exams. We’re writing today to share an important update coming to the ASWB exams. The ASWB announced: “In January 2023, test-takers will begin seeing a mix … Continued. The post ASWB Exam Changes!

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LMSW LCSW Therapist Clinic 52

Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

By Marisa Markowtiz, LMSW, CASAC-T The National Institute of Mental Health defines specific phobia as an intense, irrational fear that poses little or no actual danger. There’s a term in clinical social work called “meeting the clients where they’re at.” Laughter is the best medicine.

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Therapist LMSW Clinical Social Work Mental Health 108

Social Work Blog

APRIL 26, 2022

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs): Clinical Resources for Social Work Practice. Makeba Royall, LMSW. Research continues to focus on binge drinking and college alcohol consumption. Drinking Levels Defined. Overview of alcohol consumption. Retrieved March 18, 2022. Words Matter-Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction.

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Social Worker Disorder Self-harm Harm Reduction 105

Social Work Blog

MAY 5, 2023

Quilting Hobby Teaches Lesson of Letting Go Tina Lai, MSW, LMSW, is a medical social worker who enjoys quilting, a hobby that began somewhat by accident. Clinical Practice: April / May 2023 A new Tips & Tools for Social Workers, CMS 2023 Quality Payment Program for Clinical Social Workers , is available.

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LMSW Medicare Foster Care Mental Health 52

University of Connecticut

MAY 8, 2023

With aspirations of receiving my LCSW following my degree, the opportunities I was able to have in this placement allow for me to have a better overall understanding of the importance of clinical work. This scholarship opportunity will help cover the costs of the LMSW exam to be able to further my progress toward my end goals.

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Justice and Corrections LMSW Schools Mental Health 52

Therapist Development Center

DECEMBER 6, 2021

We plan to bring together a diverse group of LICENSED therapists from a range of clinical backgrounds to provide quality assurance through … Continued. Dear TDC Community Member, The Therapist Development Center is recruiting members for our new Continuing Education Oversight Committee.

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Social Work Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Clinical Social Work Journal, 49, 495-504. Follow this link to Part One in the series : an interview with Gwen Bouie-Haynes, PhD, LMSW—Executive Director, NASW MS Chapter and NASW Alabama Chapter; and, Project Coordinator, Connect to End COVID-19 Special Populations. Nature Reviews: Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 17, 520-522.

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Interventional Communication Social Worker Telehealth 40

Social Work Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Will Francis, LMSW, said he “saw the writing on the wall” after new laws were implemented in Texas and took action to inform NASW Texas Chapter members about how to stay safe while doing their jobs. I had a bunch of people reach out—from private practices, schools, clinics, all settings—saying, “‘I’m afraid (of) what to do with a client.’

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Code of Ethics LMSW Clinic Private Practice 52

University of Connecticut

MARCH 28, 2022

I currently work part-time for a somatic therapy clinic which has afforded me the opportunity to learn about this niche specialty, piquing my interest in the power of mindfulness specifically around the treatment of PTSD. After graduation I plan to take the test to get my LMSW and eventually work to get my LCSW.

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Criminal Justice Schools Mental Health Social Worker 98