By Kaynor Heineck, MS Assessment is a major area covered in the social work exams, and it pays to be knowledgeable about what information to gather from clients entering therapy and how to gather that…
Kaynor Heineck, MS Two scenarios: Scenario #1: You’re taking your exam and you come to a question that you have no idea how to answer. You panic. You’re thinking, “I don’t know the answer; I’m…
Kristie Overstreet Ph.D., LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CST Each day, approximately 86 Americans will die by suicide. In the United States, around 45,000 deaths occur each year as a result of suicide, and nearly 575,000 people…
Kristie Overstreet Ph.D., LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CST You already know it’s a good idea to study daily to prepare for your MFT exam. You have researched study tips and asked questions from those who have…
Kristie Overstreet Ph.D., LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CST Congratulations, you’ve made it this far. You have completed your master’s program, you’re gathering your hours towards licensure, and preparing for the Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) exam.…
Throughout the month of March, the NASW will be presenting the Elevate Social Work Campaign. The NASW’s campaign purpose is to educate the public about social workers’ important contributions to the world, as well…
Kristie Overstreet Ph.D., LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CST Whether you love it or hate it, social media is a must for a therapist. There are many social media platforms that you may choose to be involved…
If you’re a social work student, licensure candidate, or LCSW supervisor based in California, it’s important to know that changes are coming to the LCSW licensure and supervision process. The following changes will impact ASWs…
Kristie Overstreet Ph.D., LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CST The idea of having to study for your exam during the holidays can be depressing. People around you are enjoying the holiday festivities, and you feel the pressure…
You’re home from a day at work, and you’re ready to crack open your study materials so that you can pass your licensure exam. But as the time approaches, you find yourself distracted by…