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Therapeutic Notes: The Consult

Posted on May 23, 2023 by msw blog

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 →

Posted in Clinical Supervision | Tagged active listening, boundaries, clarity, communication, consult, conversation, details, documentation, ethics, Facts, insight, LICSW, note taking, notes, opportunity, questions, silence, social work, social worker, Storyteller, therapeutic | 3 Comments

Passive-Aggressive: Examples

Posted on April 3, 2023 by msw blog

The origami flower fluttered out of my career journal. When I unwrapped and smoothed it out, it revealed notes from a work shop I had taken during graduate school. The page read: Sometimes people unintentionally inconvenience you. For example, they may find … Continue reading →

Posted in Career Journal, Reflections | Tagged financial values, How did you get here, inspiration, journal, lecture, life lessons, mindfulness, notes, personal development, purpose, Reflections, self care, social worker, support, therapy | 5 Comments

According to Therapists:Waiting for a Crisis

Posted on March 2, 2023 by msw blog

If you think you could benefit from working with a therapist, then that’s reason enough to seek one out. Don’t make the mistake of waiting until you are facing a mental health crisis. The idea of hitting ‘rock bottom’ is … Continue reading →

Posted in Career Journal, Clinical Supervision | Tagged boundaries, credentials, crisis, dating, effectiveness, emotions, experience, expertise, healing, How did you get here, interview, mental health and wellness, mental health crisis, rapport building, social worker, therapeutic, therapist, therapy, urgency, wellness | 3 Comments

According to Therapists: Staying With a Therapist Who’s a Bad Fit

Posted on February 22, 2023 by msw blog

You may need to meet with multiple therapists before you find one who feels like a good fit. To that end, staying with a therapist who doesn’t feel right for you is a mistake. “Finding a therapist can feel a … Continue reading →

Posted in Career Journal, Clinical Supervision | Tagged boundaries, credentials, dating, discomfort, effectiveness, emotions, experience, expertise, healing, How did you get here, interview, mental health and wellness, rapport, rapport building, social worker, therapeutic, therapist, therapy, wellness | 2 Comments

According to Therapists: Not Understanding the Costs

Posted on February 16, 2023 by msw blog

The cost of therapy varies greatly based on your insurance coverage and your therapist’s financial practices. Be sure to do your research ahead of time so you aren’t hit with a surprise bill. “When you first consult or meet with … Continue reading →

Posted in Career Journal, Clinical Supervision | Tagged budget, cost, credentials, emotional development, experience, expertise, finances, financial situation, healing, How did you get here, insurance, mental health and wellness, money, social work, social worker, therapeutic, therapist, therapy | 4 Comments

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