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How Improv theater is like therapy | NASW Member Voices

Social Work Blog

I’m a mere therapist, but if I could share one piece of life advice with anyone, it would be this: Take an improv class. And, improv teachers and therapists cultivate an environment of support, empathy, validation, and a space to improve skills. There is a shared idea that it’s ok to be vulnerable and experience an array of emotions.

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Reproductive Justice: A call-to-action for Social Work in the Post-Roe World

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She holds a doctorate in clinical social work from the School of Policy and Practices at the University of Pennsylvania and is a licensed clinical social worker. She is also an associate professor at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Show Notes. Episode Transcript Download.

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NASW Member Voices: Considering a career in addiction social work? Here is what you should know

Social Work Blog

When students leave the halls of academia and decide to venture on their first social work job, there is trepidation. Do my skills align with the amount of knowledge I gained in school? Students must decide what type of social worker they want to become, and where they would like to work. Will I be able to cut it?

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News Items – August 18, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Clinicians say their employer, Kaiser Permanente, is breaking state law by taking too long to connect patients with therapists. Marcus Wade is a member: Are East Texans concerned about safety in the upcoming school year? So who’s more concerned, is it the students going back to school or is it the parents? San Angelo Live.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Mikaela Frissell is a member of NASW-TX: Dell Medical School receives gift to promote clinical social work The Daily Texan Social workers provide patient-centered care that accounts for all aspects of a patient’s health. who also served as a community advocate.

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News Items – February 2, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Mikaela Frissell is a member of NASW-TX: Dell Medical School receives gift to promote clinical social work The Daily Texan Social workers provide patient-centered care that accounts for all aspects of a patient’s health. who also served as a community advocate.

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Can You Be a Social Worker with a Psychology Degree Easily?

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So, whether you’re considering a psychology program or an MSW program, or if you’re intrigued by the prospect of a bachelor’s degree in social work, join us on this enlightening journey as we uncover the depths of clinical social work and psychology. The answer is yes.