Social Work Blog

JUNE 26, 2024

Scherlong, LCSW-R, CHHC, SEP, PTR/CJT-CM is a licensed clinical social worker and the current president of the IFBPT. I was going to do this work as a visiting artist,” Scherlong explained, “and all my friends at the time were therapists and suggested that I get a social work degree.

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Therapist Development Center

MARCH 13, 2023

This month’s FREE ASWB practice question for the LCSW and LMSW exams covers the topic of parenting styles. There are four main … Continued The post FREE ASWB Question: Parenting Styles appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Therapist Development Center

DECEMBER 5, 2022

This change impacts both the masters level LMSW exam and the clinical level LCSW exams. appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. 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.

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Therapist Development Center

OCTOBER 5, 2022

As we discussed last month in our blog on Gestalt Therapy, a challenge of the ASWB LMSW and LCSW exams is the breadth of content that can be tested. The post ASWB Exam Prep: Interpersonal Psychotherapy appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Therapist Development Center

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

One of the challenges of the ASWB LMSW and LCSW exams are the breadth of content that can be tested. The post ASWB Exam Prep: Gestalt Therapy appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. One particularly dense area of content are the many therapy theories. Today we delve into a less commonly tested theory, … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

APRIL 5, 2023

Last month’s ASWB exam prep blog for the LMSW and LCSW exams covered the topic of parenting styles. If you haven’t already, be sure to … Continued The post ASWB Question: Parenting Styles Part 2 appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Therapist Development Center

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The past two months, our LMSW and LCSW blogs focused on the ASWB exam changes that began in January of this year. This will … Continued The post 2023 ASWB exam changes: Part 3 appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the first and second blogs in this series.

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Therapist Development Center

JANUARY 9, 2023

Last month we wrote about the ASWB Exam Changes for the LMSW and LCSW exams for 2023. (If The post ASWB Exam Changes (Part 2) appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. If you haven’t already, we encourage you to check it out!

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Therapist Development Center

JUNE 13, 2022

As I coach our LMSW and LCSW customers, the question of the ‘why’-the purpose of the test- sometimes comes up. The post ASWB Exam Prep: Ethics and Discipline appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. Ultimately, the ASWB exists for the purpose of public safety.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 14, 2024

NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, was part of a special Father’s Day segment hosted by WVON-AM radio in Chicago that focused on Black fatherhood. “You know, find yourself a therapist, preferably a social worker. . “You know, find yourself a therapist, preferably a social worker. I am a little biased.”

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Therapist Development Center

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The post NASW Code of Ethics Updates: Cultural Competence appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. While minor, these revisions are so important to our field (and in my opinion, were a long time coming!). These … Continued.

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Teaching & Learning in Social Work

AUGUST 20, 2024

Sample Response for a Hospital Social Worker in a Children’s Oncology Unit: Name: Jane Smith (pseudonym) Descriptive Job Title: Pediatric Oncology Social Worker Agency Type: Non-profit Setting: Hospital Years of Experience: 7 Credentials/Licenses: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) Are Any Required for the Role?:

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Social Work Blog

MAY 24, 2023

By Lorrie Appleton, LCSW I am preparing to meet a new therapy client. As a Systems Therapist, I welcome all attendees to the session, (in person or in absentia). My job, as her therapist, is to provide crowd control. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. Let’s call her Emily).

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 6, 2023

It’s stressful personally,” says Danielle Wagner, MSSW, LCSW, staff therapist at a Pennsylvania college who also sees patients in private practice. “In For social workers and their clients, the pandemic may not be as front of mind as it once was, but it remains a factor and adds another layer to already challenging situations.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

By Lorrie Appleton, LCSW. Appleton, LCSW. So, how does a therapist lower defenses and promote open dialogue? This blog was prepared by Lorrie Appleton, LCSW, in her personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect the view of the National Association of Social Workers. Mother and son sitting after quarrel at home.

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Therapist Development Center

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Confidentiality is both a legal and an ethical requirement placed on the therapist that restricts the volunteering of information … Continued. The post Law and Ethics Exam Prep: Confidentiality appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 25, 2023

Appleton, LCSW I am noticing a curious trend in the mental health field. Lorrie Appleton, LCSW My initial thought was humorous. I suggested we talk a bit about the issue that prompted his search for a therapist and maybe we could explore if I might be helpful. By Lorrie R. A client was referred to me by a colleague.

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Therapist Development Center

JANUARY 9, 2022

The post BBS Alert: 2022 Supervision Changes appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. 8 BBS supervision changes every licensed and pre-licensed clinician should be aware of: On January 1st, 2022, a significant number of changes impacting supervision in California took effect.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 26, 2024

Scherlong, LCSW-R, CHHC, SEP, PTR/CJT-CM is a licensed clinical social worker and the current president of the IFBPT. I was going to do this work as a visiting artist,” Scherlong explained, “and all my friends at the time were therapists and suggested that I get a social work degree.

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Therapist Development Center

AUGUST 22, 2022

The post Law and Ethics Exam Prep: Mandated Reporting appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. ” This is one of the most common questions that I hear among trainees and associates, who often feel anxious about mandated reporting in the earlier stages of their career. It’s an … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

MAY 17, 2023

This final stage of counseling, clinically referred to as “termination,” typically indicates when a client will transition to another clinician, take a prolonged break, or no … Continued The post Law and Ethics Exam Prep: Termination appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Therapist Development Center

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The post Behind the Questions: Understanding the ASWB Exam appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. Understanding how tests like the ASWB exam are developed can help to demystify … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The post Law and Ethics Exam Prep: Business Practices and Policies appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. For many pre-licensed associates, this can feel like a daunting task. It’s no … Continued.

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KVC

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Annmarie Arensberg, LCSW, LSCSW, is the Director of Clinical Operations at KVC Hospitals, a network of nonprofit psychiatric hospitals and residential treatment centers serving youth ages 6 to 18. Each client leaves with an individualized Emotion Regulation Plan that is developed with their KVC therapist.

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Therapist Development Center

MAY 30, 2023

For … Continued The post Adoption Disruption vs. Adoption Dissolution appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. If the end of the adoption takes place before the adoption is legally finalized, this is considered a disruption.

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Therapist Development Center

JULY 13, 2022

The post ASWB Exam Prep: Clinical Assessment appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. In fact, this topic is so important that TDC created a six hour clinical assessment course on life stressors … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

JUNE 7, 2021

The post ASWB Practice Question: Bipolar Disorder Recall appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. Every two months, we are taking a topic that could show up on the ASWB exam and are first doing a recall (or application) question on the topic. … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

AUGUST 2, 2021

The post NASW Code of Ethics Updates: Self Care appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. While minor in terms of how this will impact the exam (more on that later), these revisions are crucial to our field. These changes to the code of … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

AUGUST 30, 2021

The post ASWB Exam Registration – What You Need to Know appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. That means you have already shown your determination and commitment to becoming a Social Worker. Now, all you need … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The post Negative Reinforcement: Application Question appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. Throughout 2021, every two months we’ve taken a topic that could show up on the ASWB exams and compared two ways … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The post ASWB Exam Prep: Structural Family Therapy appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. Today’s blog covers another of the many therapy theories that can show up on the ASWB exams: Structural Family Therapy. … Continued.

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Therapist Development Center

DECEMBER 6, 2021

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

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Therapist Development Center

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The post Negative Reinforcement: There’s nothing ‘negative’ about it appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog. This month we continue our series comparing recall vs. application vs. reasoning questions. Every two months … Continued.

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R.E.A.L. Social Workers

MARCH 4, 2022

You may need to see a therapist or life coach to help you work through the hindering belief. These are questions that a therapist will ask as the two of you process the information together. When you have no new answers, you have the primary reason for the fear. Here is another way to address your fear of change. How did I handle them?

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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. My professional goals are to obtain my LMSW and LCSW while continuing to support marginalized communities.

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R.E.A.L. Social Workers

MAY 5, 2022

Is there a doctor, nurse, or therapist in the house? We want to be free from the responsibilities of managing the household. This includes tangible and intangible responsibilities. It would be wonderful if someone else would cook, monitor food intake, and clean up. Moms would greatly appreciate not having to fill theses roles on Mother’s Day.

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