Category Archives: Clinical Supervision

A Day On the Job With a Social Worker

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

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Holiday Boundaries

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
“Can I buy a gift for my client?” “Can I accept gifts?” “Can clients and students give each other gifts?” Some clinicians may say NO giving clients gifts, others may say it’s…

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Newbie’s Time Off

I am graduating college and will soon be starting my first job. My family has an annual beach vacation and reunion, and this year it is scheduled about five weeks after my job’s start date. I am debating whether it … Continue reading

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Use Rejection to Help You Find and Fulfill Your Destiny

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I found the article below (Bound for Better by Minister O.J. Toks )folded in the pages of my career  journal. What I know for sure is  I believe in these 3 points . I …

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Myths of a Therapist

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
“You know when I cried last? Do you know why I cried last? Do you know how it feels to be alone? Do you know why I sleep late everyday? Do you…

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