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Couple Counseling? Maybe in time….

Gary Direnfeld

I recently declined two requests for couple counseling. I always screen referrals for domestic violence as well as substance use. Therein we can develop a risk profile for the likelihood of future violence. Couple counseling can be an intense setting where issues are laid bare.

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When Your Ex is Abusive and Intimidating, Know This:

Gary Direnfeld

Such methods of reply and communication heighten the differences between their messages causing the other to stand out more abusive in comparison. gary@yoursocialworker.com www.yoursocialworker.com for counseling and support. www.garydirenfeld.com – to build your successful practice. Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

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Those Crazy-Making Conflicting Messages

Gary Direnfeld

Help requires untangling the relationships and facilitating transparency in the situation as well as helping folks to communicate more forthrightly. gary@yoursocialworker.com www.yoursocialworker.com for counseling and support. www.garydirenfeld.com – to build your successful practice. Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Mediator : They facilitate communication and resolve conflicts between individuals or within families to promote healthy relationships.

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News Items – February 17, 2022

Social Workers Speak

In her private practice, she primarily treats children and adolescents who have experienced some form of relational or complex trauma, many of whom also struggle with developmental challenges such as autism. Pam Roberts is a member: [Video] FOX5 EXPERTS: Dropping mask mandate spurs anxiety in some teens, adults. Becker Hospital Review.

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News Items – September 30, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Four University of North Texas professors hope to use federal dollars to provide counseling for bilingual Americans who have experienced trauma. Jennifer FitzPatrick is a member: How to Communicate with Frontline Staff at Your Loved One’s Long-Term Care Facility. Denton Record-Chronicle (TX). The project is funded by a $1.5