Ethics continuing education is a common requirement for social work, therapist, and counselor license renewal, but finding free ethics CEUs that actually count can take some research. A course may be free and relevant to mental health practice, but that …
Mahler’s Theory of separation-individuation explains how young children gradually develop a sense of themselves as separate from their primary caregivers. Developed by psychiatrist Margaret Mahler, the theory focuses on early childhood development, attachment, increasing independence, and the formation of an …
Finding a clinical supervisor is an important step for many social workers working toward independent or clinical licensure. The right supervisor can help you strengthen your clinical skills, work through complex cases, think more critically about your practice, and complete …
Some ASWB practice questions are relatively easy to narrow down. Others leave you choosing between two or three answers that all seem reasonable. Those are often the questions that reveal whether you are relying on content knowledge alone or can …
Becoming a therapist usually starts with a graduate degree and professional license, but many mental health professionals pursue additional credentials throughout their careers. Therapist certifications can help you develop expertise in a specific area, work with particular client populations, or …
Preparing for the Masters ASWB exam involves a lot of information, and it can be difficult to know where to focus your time. You need to understand key social work concepts, know how the exam is structured, practice applying what …
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) both provide mental health services, and their roles can look very similar in practice. Both may provide therapy, work with individuals and families, and support clients experiencing mental health …
Keeping up with continuing education requirements is an important part of maintaining your social work license, but the cost of CE courses can add up quickly. The good news is that there are free continuing education opportunities available if you …
The State of Social Work in New York New York offers social workers opportunities across a wide range of settings, including hospitals, schools, community mental health centers, child welfare agencies, substance use treatment programs, nonprofits, government agencies, and private practice. …
Preparing for the ASWB exam comes with a lot of questions. How do you register? What is on the exam? How should you study? What happens if you do not pass? This guide answers some of the most common questions …
