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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). People who need help should turn to trusted sources.

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Breaking Barriers from Within

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Appleton, LCSW The theme for Social Work month is descriptive and inspiring – Social Work Breaks Barriers. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. When it comes to snap decisions, we can all benefit by pausing to reflect first By Lorrie R. At our best, Social Workers are analogous to Super Heroes.

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NASW Member Voices: In Search of Transgenerational Office Space

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By Lorrie Appleton, LCSW I am preparing to meet a new therapy client. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies.

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Member Voices: Intergenerational Gaffes or What Goes Around Comes Around?

Social Work Blog

By Lorrie Appleton, LCSW. Appleton, LCSW. This blog was prepared by Lorrie Appleton, LCSW, in her personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect the view of the National Association of Social Workers. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. Mother and son sitting after quarrel at home.

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NASW Member Voices: Eclectics, Rise Up!

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Appleton, LCSW I am noticing a curious trend in the mental health field. Lorrie Appleton, LCSW My initial thought was humorous. Appleton, LCSW specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy. By Lorrie R. A client was referred to me by a colleague. Do you do attachment,” the client asked? I took a moment to think.

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News Items – July 29, 2022

Social Workers Speak

NYC Health + Hospitals will offer psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, and licensed clinical social workers between $30,000 and $50,000 of debt relief in exchange for a three-year commitment to serve the public health system. faces a national mental health professional shortage. Knight five years ago.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This resource from the American Psychiatric Association provides expert responses to common questions pertaining to PTSD. . Denise Johnson, LCSW-C. Department of Health and Human Services. This blog from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence discusses the dynamics of abuse and helpful resources. Prepared by.

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