The International Association Of Schools Of Social

JANUARY 29, 2025

Dear IASSW Members, We are writing to let you know that we have extended the proposal submission deadline to February 15, 2025 for the inaugural Beyond Borders: Global Collaborations for Mental Health Research and Services Conference, which will take place October 9-10, 2025.

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Shelter, Inc

DECEMBER 5, 2024

For many young people, the emotional scars of trauma can last a lifetime, affecting their mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. However, trauma-informed mental health therapy can offer children a lifeline. Access to mental health care is limited, especially in low-income communities.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

One might wonder, why and how I shifted from community care-based healing work to becoming a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I’m proud to be a part of a field as expansive as Social Work, where I can blend my background as health and healing community organizer with the values and ethics of a fully licensed clinician.

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Swhelper

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Most mental health care in America doesn’t happen in psychiatrists’ offices – especially when it comes to children, teens and young adults. View Full Article - A Lifeline for Primary Care Amid a Crisis in Youth Mental Health.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. Storytelling can be part of the healing process in one’s mental health journey. My concern is not unwarranted.

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Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed CY 2022 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) issued on July 16 includes a variety of provisions that are relevant to clinical social workers (CSWs) who are participating providers in Medicare. Include Behavioral Health Services in Audio-Only. Telehealth.

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KVC

JULY 20, 2021

For more than 50 years, KVC Health Systems has provided heart-centered service to children and families. These services strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help both children and adults achieve mental health wellness. Jason Hooper is the President and CEO of KVC Health Systems.

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Social Work Blog

APRIL 28, 2022

COVID-19 has disproportionally affected people living in poverty; new immigrants; and those living in healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes), shelters, detention centers, and prisons. The pandemic has also significantly impacted social workers who face hidden mental health consequences.

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Teaching & Learning in Social Work

MARCH 29, 2024

Alexander Rubin , LCSW, is a clinical assistant professor based in field education at the University at Buffalo School of School of Social Work. Michael Lynch , LMSW, is a clinical associate professor at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work. He is the chemical dependency track coordinator and mental health track chair.

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My Brains Not Broken

JANUARY 5, 2023

Here’s an interesting fact from the Cleveland Clinic: Every day, your brain processes about 70,000 thoughts. I’ve learned a lot of things when it comes to dealing with mental health challenges. This daily challenge can change things for me in a moment, and it’s what I want to reflect on today.

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My Brains Not Broken

JUNE 30, 2023

In this interview, we talked about NOWINCLUDED, shrinking the stigma, and the importance of taking charge of your mental health. While all communities experience mental health issues, the Black community suffers from an increased rate of mental health concerns. can impact our community’s mental health.

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Gateway Foundation

APRIL 30, 2025

Its not just sadnessits a complex mental health condition that affects mood, energy levels, motivation, sleep, appetite, and more. Its important to remember that depression is a clinical disorder that goes beyond the typical feelings of sadness that most people experience. Call 877-505-HOPE for more information.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Beginning January 1, 2022, clinical social workers (CSWs) will become eligible to participate in Medicare’s Quality Payment Program (QPP). MIPS was designed to tie payments to quality and cost efficient care, drive improvement in care processes and health outcomes, increase the use of healthcare information, and reduce the cost of care.

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Shelter, Inc

AUGUST 6, 2024

Schools are more aware than ever of mental health needs for students, yet there are still things you can do at home to support a strong start to the school year for you and your child’s mental health. Get Back to the Basics Sleep, nourishing meals, and exercise are all important in supporting strong mental health.

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Social Work Blog

APRIL 22, 2022

Other report recommendations include the need for (a) federally funded research to inform staffing ratios for social workers and other disciplines, (b) clinical social workers to provide mental health services to nursing home residents and to receive Medicare reimbursement for those services, and (c) data collection regarding the training, expertise, (..)

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 14, 2024

However, Estreet said Black fathers can experience mental health stressors that other groups do not and it is important they seek out therapy, including from clinical social workers. Studies indicate Black fathers, even when absent from the home, tend to be more engaged with their children than fathers of other groups.

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Swhelper

APRIL 25, 2018

John Barrasso (R-WY) for introducing the bipartisan Improving Access to Mental Health Act (S.2613),

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University of Connecticut

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The term “long COVID” describes a clinical set of post-COVID symptoms that may include fatigue, shortness of breath, and cognitive dysfunction, among other effects. Rachel Tambling, professor in Human Development and Family Sciences at UConn, is co-principal investigator. Read more about Carolan’s work.

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Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In light of severe mental health workforce shortages in the state as well as issues of diversity within the profession, this achievement is a first step to addressing an alarming shortage of mental health professionals in Illinois.

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My Brains Not Broken

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

SAMHSA’s National Helpline The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) national helpline can provide more helpful support not only to people struggling with their mental health but also substance abuse (or both).

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Michigan Social Work

MAY 14, 2024

Clinical Associate Professor Daicia Price is quoted in a Crain’s Detroit article on the challenges in creating specialized units to respond to mental health emergency calls. That unit has grown to 22 officers, three sergeants, a lieutenant and six behavioral health specialists.

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Social Work.Career

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

This wrap-up’s main themes are: Therapy and Relationships Advocacy Self-Care/Inspiration Social Work, Technology & Education Private Practice Therapy and Relationships 5 Tips for Connecting Theory to Clinical Social Work Practice – Amy Cappiccie/New Social Work – “Disney’s […] The post Best in Mental Health for Sept and (..)

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Social Work Blog

MAY 25, 2022

Social workers are the largest group of mental health providers in the United States and treatment of PTSD is one of their specialty areas. Time Moves Different in Here: Clinical Implications for Working with Populations of Color, Complex Trauma and Dissociation in the Age of COVID 19 . June 3, 2022. June 7, 2022.

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Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work. Depression is a very common and serious mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s ability to function in all aspects of life. Spreading awareness is a way to combat the stigma associated with mental health. By Denise Johnson, LCSW-C.

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Community Care

JANUARY 19, 2023

By Tim Spencer-Lane The joint committee on the draft Mental Health Bill was appointed in July 2022 to consider the government’s draft bill to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) , which is summarised here. The joint committee received 114 submissions of written evidence and over 100 responses to its online survey.

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University of Connecticut

AUGUST 15, 2024

10% discount for UConn SSW Alumni and Current SSW Field Instructors summarize the clinical evidence behind psychedelics for mental health disorders. Describe the pooled impact of psychedelics on mental health disorders and the strength of evidence for benefit. Michael White, Pharm.D., CECs Registration Fee: $37.50

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My Brains Not Broken

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Today’s guest post is from Michael Vallejo, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Mental Health Center Kids. Michael Vallejo is a licensed clinical social worker with a private therapy practice in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He specializes in helping children and teens with mental health concerns.

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N.A.H

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The Psychology Department Clinic at Yale University has created a resource page for issues pertaining to the mental health of minoritized groups, including anti-racism resources. Topical... The post Diversity and Anti-Racism Resources from the Yale Psychology Department Clinic appeared first on N.A.H.

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My Brains Not Broken

JANUARY 11, 2022

According to the Mayo Clinic, Generalized anxiety disorder includes persistent and excessive anxiety and worry about activities or events — even ordinary, routine issues. The Mayo Clinic. Early on in my mental health journey, defining anxiety was hard. What do you even know what to look for?

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Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The article was written by Sara Schjølberg Marques, MSc, assistant clinical psychologist, and Ruth Braidwood, DClinPsy, clinical psychologist, at DISCOVER Workshop Programmes in London. This article is free to be read on the Oxford University Press website.]. To read the whole article, please follow this link.

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Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In light of severe mental health workforce shortages in the state as well as issues of diversity within the profession, this achievement is a first step to addressing an alarming shortage of mental health professionals in Illinois.

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Center for Child Protection

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The sessions are led by Miriam Jansky, Chief Clinical Officer, Vanessa Barahona, Director of Clinical Services, and Shanna Schuelke, Clinical Services Coordinatorall from the Center for Child Protection. Lifes challengeswhether rooted in trauma or notconnect us in ways we often overlook.

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Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Social work is generally seen as a clinical field, so if you do choose to pursue roles outside of “traditional” social work, it might take some time to learn how you can sell yourself in the application and interview phase and prove that your skills are transferable.

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Social Work Blog

MAY 3, 2024

“They have been front and center of their communities, and people feel comfortable at the library – there’s no stigma associated with visiting the library as there would be visiting a mental health or substance use facility.” Some do group programming, host housing clinics, or conduct mental health sessions to reduce stigma.

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Relias

MAY 1, 2023

By implementing effective workplace mental health strategies, you can help your DSPs identify the signs of the burnout and take action before it becomes too much. To help close the gap, here are five effective workplace mental health strategies that your organization can use to promote workplace wellbeing and psychological safety.

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University of Connecticut

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

By: Loan N guyen Lack of Self-Awareness AI can assist people to become more aware of mental health needs and seek professional help Apps used to track exercise, food intake, etc. can also be used to track behavioral patterns and send message to userabout concerns, changes in behavior, etc.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Implications for Clinical Social Workers. The 2400+-page rule includes updates to policies and payments that are pertinent to clinical social workers (CSWs) and other Medicare providers. Exceptions to the in-person visit is based on the beneficiary’s circumstance which must be documented in the clinical record. December 2021.

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