Category Archives: Clinical Supervision
(Happy) Birthday
“I’m an auntie to 18 nieces and nephews. My sisters say it’s unfair I only buy presents for some of them. I’m doing well financially, but gifts for 18 nieces and nephews add up. I don’t have strong bonds with … Continue reading
Story Time
I love to take my 2-year old granddaughter on Tuesday mornings, which are supposed to have story time. I’ve never seen a story teller – maybe it’s a volunteer position and they don’t show? But you can be sure that … Continue reading
How can I fix my relationships?
I’ve just turned 40 this past year. The last 15 years I was in a horrible drug addiction. I lied and hurt and did terrible things to a lot of people, especially my family. About eight years ago they officially … Continue reading
Achieving a Better Life Experience Act
Last week, this section included a question about how to financially assist someone so that the person doesn’t lose federal benefits. I suggested creating a “Special Needs Trust.” A reader reminded me that people can also use an ABLE Account, … Continue reading
No Visitors Yet
My wife recently passed away and I am doing OK. Several of my wife’s senior children keep wanting to come and visit me. How do I politely say no without hurting their feelings? When they have come before, I was … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 