Category Archives: Clinical Supervision
Therapeutic Notes : Therapeutic Genuineness
The therapy must truly respect and care for the youth and the parent: Suspend judgment – does not mean you must approve of all behaviors Respond carefully Does not mean total honesty (e.g. unexamined biases might reinforce stigma) Advice … Continue reading
Ethical Issues in the Work place
Going through my old clinical supervision bin, I came across a balled-up piece of paper. I read it and the words still break my heart. I share it with you in its entirety as it is a glimpse into the … Continue reading
Therapeutic Notes: Asking Questions
My career journal is filled with scraps of paper, my dreams, countless questions, and thoughts; all of which bring a flood of memories with one powerful statement, which is “I wish someone would have told me this.” So, I’ll be … Continue reading
Excerpt from a Career Journal: Program Coordinator
Yesterday I had an interview for a Program Coordinator position at _______ shelter. It would be so wonderful if I could land this position. The position is two evenings a week and one weekend a month. I feel this position … Continue reading
Therapeutic Notes: When You Have a Bad Therapy Experience
Therapists are all different. In my opinion, the best therapist is one who will let you have input about what you want from them. If they can’t give it to you, they will try to find someone else who can … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 