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How to Choose a Therapist: Tips and Fits

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“Therapy” is often used interchangeably with the terms “counseling” and “psychotherapy.” What areas do counseling and therapy address? Counseling and psychotherapy are used with virtually all types of mental illness including: . Counseling and psychotherapy are used with virtually all types of mental illness including: .

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You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?

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This can include providing advice, support and guidance to people in the community who are struggling with mental health issues, such as depression or anxiety. Social workers are not qualified to provide therapy or counselling services. How can a social worker help someone with anxiety? What should social workers avoid?

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News Items – March 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Kristen Mackel is a member of NASW-PA: What You Should Know About Dancing With Generalized Anxiety Disorder Dance Magazine According to Kristen Mackel, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with athletes and creatives , when talking about GAD, it’s important to differentiate between the disorder and anxiety as an emotion.

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News Items – March 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Kristen Mackel is a member of NASW-PA: What You Should Know About Dancing With Generalized Anxiety Disorder Dance Magazine According to Kristen Mackel, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with athletes and creatives , when talking about GAD, it’s important to differentiate between the disorder and anxiety as an emotion.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Licensed social workers, like other mental health and health care providers, are regulated professionals who require a vigorous education, ongoing professional training and adherence to a strict code of ethics. The support they offer ranges from setting up counseling and therapy to housing, job and transportation support.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Licensed social workers, like other mental health and health care providers, are regulated professionals who require a vigorous education, ongoing professional training and adherence to a strict code of ethics. The support they offer ranges from setting up counseling and therapy to housing, job and transportation support.