Are you thinking about taking a course to help you prepare for the social work licensure exam? Have you wondered how SWTP differs from all the other courses out there? To find out how SWTP differs from other social work licensure exam prep courses, as well as provide you with some helpful studying tips, Social Work Career [Development] […]
Confused by DSM-5? Get Up to Speed!
Got DSM-5? Watch These Free Webinars! Are you having trouble wrapping your head around all the changes from DSM IV-TR to DSM V? No worries. This post will provide you with some excellent handouts, presentations and webinar recordings to help you feel on top of this material. After many years of negotiation and controversy, the […]
Social Worker Living Successfully with Dissociative Identity Disorder
I’m Here by Nancy-Lee Mauger You Can Have Dissociative Identity Disorder and Thrive ! Are you shocked to hear that a mental health professional with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is able to lead a productive life? You need not be. Many individuals with DID live healthy and fulfilling lives (ISSTD, n.d.). However, as a result of […]
The ABCs of Getting a Strong Letter of Recommendation
Learn how to get a strong letter of recommendation: ask professors who know you well, give 1-2 months notice, prepare comprehensive information packets (GPA, goals, courses, resume), and follow up with thank you notes. Includes template for drafting your own letter of recommendation when requested. Complete guide for students and helpful for professors requesting student information.
Core Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: Key Learnings [1 of 3]
What is trauma-informed care and why do we need it? With 90% of behavioral health clients having experienced trauma, understanding trauma-informed care principles is essential for all helping professionals. This post explores the core principles (safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, empowerment) and 7 domains of trauma-informed care based on NYU’s conference. Includes powerful insights from trauma survivor and therapist Nelba Marquez-Greene, who shares what actually helps trauma survivors—from practical support to avoiding voyeuristic curiosity. Part 1 of a 3-part series covering trauma-informed care essentials, evidence-based practices, and neurobiology.
