Category Archives: Clinical Supervision

Halloween Candy

Posted on October 28, 2023 by msw blog

Is there a healthier way to do Halloween? Only if you want to take all the fun out of it! I’d rather you indulge in a little bit of the real thing than resort to alternatives that me full of … Continue reading →

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Lonely Widow

Posted on October 15, 2023 by msw blog

I lost my husband almost a year ago. After the funeral a lot of promises were made by my friends and fellow church congregants that would always be there for me in whatever way I needed. Those promises were sincere, … Continue reading →

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According to a Therapist: Getting Started

Posted on October 4, 2023 by msw blog

Finding a good therapist is like finding a good coach when you’re learning to swim: They’ll make sure you’re comfortable, teach you different skills and show you how to analyze your strokes so you swim farther and more confidently. Just … Continue reading →

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Renter

Posted on October 2, 2023 by msw blog

Dear Amy: I’m in my early 20s and living at home. I’m paying my parents rent, but the money I pay doesn’t include anything else – just the room. This doesn’t seem fair to me, and I’d really appreciate hearing … Continue reading →

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End-of-Life Care

Posted on September 30, 2023 by msw blog

My 87-year-old mother and 93-year-old father are sharing a hospital room, as he nears the end of his life. My oldest sister (the only child living nearby) deals with everything. During our most recent text exchange, my sister first told … Continue reading →

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