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Crisis Prevention and Intervention in the Age of COVID-19

Relias

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit American shores in early 2020, mental health experts have worried about its potential effects on those they serve — and with good reason. Measures like social distancing necessary to preserve our physical health took a toll on our mental well-being. Domestic Violence.

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News Items – December 22, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Isabel Logan is a member of NASW-CT: Winning Over Skeptics: More Police Departments Enlist Social Workers For Crisis Intervention. Connecticut Health I-Team. Gail Flack is a member of NASW-OK: Mental Health Expert Shares Ways To Find Support During The Holidays. Are you fighting for the rights of others?

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19 Essential Social Work Practice Skills You Should Work on Refining Now

Social Work Haven

Educator – this involves educating clients on issues such as health promotion, mental health, substance abuse and community resources. Clinician – this involves providing direct clinical services such as counseling, psychotherapy and crisis intervention.

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News Items – April 8, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Melissa Webb is a member: 40 Under 40: Melissa Webb, LCSW, Clinical Director, Red Rock Psychological Health. Melissa Webb is on a mission to treat, educate and destigmatize a broad spectrum of mental health disorders , with an emphasis on sexual health and sexual abuse. Las Vegas Sun. Public News Service.