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CDHS increases safe access to services for survivors of domestic violence

CO4Kids

CDHS also funds 46 local organizations that provide free, confidential services including crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, counseling and emergency shelter to survivors of domestic violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, free and confidential support is available 24/7.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

Social workers provide counseling and psychotherapy services to patients in recovery. Online Treatment Locator , the confidential and anonymous resource for individuals seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.

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Making WISe choices to overcome fear

Children’s Home Society of Washington

While their initial counseling session was promising, at subsequent appointments, Ruth’s anxiety flared, eventually limiting her to virtual appointments only. Name changed for confidentiality Kristen Conte is the director of marketing and communications for CHSW. This was as confusing and tiring for her parents as it was for Ruth.

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Making Time to Talk About Alcohol Use

Social Work Blog

Four in five adults who reported being asked about their alcohol use at a checkup in the past two years and reported current binge drinking were not counseled to reduce their drinking, according to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report. By Diana Ling, MA and Leslie Sirrianni, LCSW.

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

The next time you stumble on a social media post about mental health, stop to see who posted it and if they have a degree or license in social work, mental health counseling, psychology, psychiatry, or medicine, for example. Dial 988 on your phone to get free and confidential support services. Carla B.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

Social workers provide counseling and psychotherapy services to patients in recovery. Online Treatment Locator , the confidential and anonymous resource for individuals seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality is essential. They keep their promises and follow through on commitments.