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LCSW Exam Prep: Clinical Documentation

Therapist Development Center

This month’s ASWB LMSW and LCSW topic is one that is important well beyond the exam: Clinical Documentation. Even our code of ethics speaks to the importance of clinical documentation. The post LCSW Exam Prep: Clinical Documentation appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Social Work Advocates Feb–Mar 2023: Ethical Challenges Amid Changing Political Landscape

Social Work Blog

Top stories include: Ethical Challenges: Profession Prepares to Protect Social Workers Amid Changing Political Landscape Social workers across the nation are facing ethical dilemmas as state legislatures enact laws that conflict with NASW’s Code of Ethics, particularly laws related to abortion access and gender identity.

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News Items – December 22, 2022

Social Workers Speak

A lot of our orientation comes from our code of ethics. LCSW , and signed on in the fall of 2021. The lack of light,” Gail Flack , a licensed clinical social worker at Parkside Hospital. The lack of light,” Gail Flack , a licensed clinical social worker at Parkside Hospital explained. “We explained. “We

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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. Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, the founder and executive director of GayTherapyLA , devoted a blog post to gay gym crushes in 2021.

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News Items – August 18, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Similar concerns are being raised by social workers, many of whom believe a prohibition on advising women about abortion services conflicts with their code of ethics that requires them to respect a client’s wishes, said Steven Pharris, head of Oklahoma’s chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Mayo Clinic Health System.

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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. Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, the founder and executive director of GayTherapyLA , devoted a blog post to gay gym crushes in 2021.

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News Items – December 2, 2021

Social Workers Speak

The petition argues Sinema has violated the National Association of Social Workers’ Code of Ethics and shouldn’t be a lecturer at the School of Social Work. Shari Nacson, a clinical social worker from Cleveland , interviewed and evaluated asylum seekers at the privately operated prison. Mahoning Matters.