article thumbnail

Even Counselors are Challenged by Narcissists

Gary Direnfeld

Rather than respecting confidentiality and letting the child/teen have a safe place to address their issues, they intrude. There is a greater understanding and empathy for the young client because of the shared experience. It’s almost always the same. They do so for several reasons.

article thumbnail

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. Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality is essential. Empathy and Active Listening 7. Client Assessment 2. Self-Care 13.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

News Items – May 11, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Someone with sociopathic tendencies might, for instance, lack empathy for others, but still be a law-abiding, job-holding individual, she says. “Self-care is not selfish,” says Christine Kotlarski, LCSW, psychotherapist, and founder of High Note Counseling , as she jumps into her exclusive interview with Health Digest.

article thumbnail

News Items – May 11, 2023

Social Workers Speak

Someone with sociopathic tendencies might, for instance, lack empathy for others, but still be a law-abiding, job-holding individual, she says. “Self-care is not selfish,” says Christine Kotlarski, LCSW, psychotherapist, and founder of High Note Counseling , as she jumps into her exclusive interview with Health Digest.

article thumbnail

All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

Why Social Work Is Essential for Supporting Victims of Abuse: This article covers the essential role social workers play in supporting victims of abuse, including assisting with safety planning, connecting them to support services and providing psychological counseling. Counselling clients to make informed decisions that affect their lives.

article thumbnail

Creating a Community of Care: Distress, Impairment, and Ethics

Society of Clinical Psychology

Other barriers include denial of problems, lack of time, financial concerns (especially among younger psychologists), difficulty finding resources, and concerns about confidentiality (including fears about reputation and professional status; Bearse, McMinn, Seegobin, & Free, 2013; Good, Khairallah, & Mintz, 2009). doi: 10.1111/j.2044-8341.2012.02070.x.

article thumbnail

Social Worker Home Visit Checklist to Take Note Of

Social Work Haven

Discussing the possibility of counseling or therapy can be a supportive step to provide them with an outlet to address their feelings and receive professional assistance if needed. Essential social work skills include empathy, authenticity, resilience and respect.