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Locking the Door? The Social Work Licensing Exam

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Cassandra Walker , LCSW. Our guest Cassie Walker, LCSW, has been a consistent advocate, commentator and writer who has worked actively to respond to this injustice. Cassandra Walker , LCSW, CCTP, is a Black queer social worker, trauma therapist, writer, gamer and activist. So, what’s going on, and what is the solution?

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

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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. I have a master’s degree in Social Work and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). By Carla B.

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A Mixed-Methods Study of the Experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color MSW Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic

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About 69% of the sample experienced psychological distress, with higher proportions among those who identified as Latine/Latinx, womxn, straight, first-generation, full-time and part-time students, and clinical students. Harris, PhD, MSW , assistant professor, School of Social Work, University of Washington Ty B.

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Members in the News – August 4, 2023

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Jennifer Kelman, LCSW, a family therapist working with JustAnswer , tells Best Life that it’s also important to put a limit on phone calls from your in-laws. Marshall, LCSW, is director of clinical services and delegate representative for the National Association of Social Workers, Washington, D.C.

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News Items – May 11, 2023

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Talia Filippelli is a member of NASW-NJ: Elevate Your Parenting Psychology Today The theory of emotional intelligence (EQ) was introduced by Peter Salovey and John Mayer in the 1990s, and advanced and brought to the general public through Daniel Goleman’s 1995 book, Emotional Intelligence.

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News Items – January 5, 2023

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Alisa Kamis-Brinda, a licensed clinical social worker and licensed psychotherapist , told The Cut that clients need to “consider your gut feeling to see if it feels right talking to this therapist.” Another question to ask yourself if you’re wondering if your therapist is a good fit is if they mesh with your needs.

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News Items – August 25, 2022

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Haylin Dennison is a member: Mental Health Tips For the 2022 School Year with Haylin Dennison (LCSW). Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Haylin Dennison offers services to Hawaii’s youth preparing for the 2022 school year. My goal is to support the health and well-being of Hawaii’s people,” says Haylin Dennison, LCSW.

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