Social Workers & Therapists

How does one navigate asking for a raise (in response to extra duties/responsibilities being added to their job) while working at a non profit where the “mission”/selfless service is primary focus (ak… more

Hello! Im in NC, graduated back in May with my MSW (not interested in getting my license due to a lack of interest in micro work) and most of my experience as a SW has been in macro with analyzing dat… more

Anyone know of good trainings or books to help clients overcome pornography dependence?

For those who work with mix race couple. Looking to have some better understanding. I have a client who is white and his wife is black. They were having a discussion about their future kids being ab… more

Social worker LCSW, and teacher here-
I recently retired (July 24) from a K-12 public school district as a school social worker LCSW, SSW. I’d like to work part-time in a remote position. I’m absolutel… more

I'm in private practice, just started my own office, and in a conversation had another professional recommend I forge some EAPs, suggesting that's an excellent way to increase income. Does any… more

Can’t wait for the weekend to start but I still have two sessions tonight 😬

Does anyone have any good recommendations for contract jobs in Florida? LMHC

Did anyone else apply for the NHSC 2 year loan repayment for LCSWs with the Spanish language award enhancement? I just scheduled my Spanish oral test and I’m wondering if anyone can provide any detail… more

Hello,
I'm currently awaiting the application window to open to apply for my MSW. I currently am a behavior interventionist at a school and was previously a RBT. I do soccer coaching and soccer re… more

I’m trying to change careers from a lifetime career in social work. Any suggestions for jobs that require national or international travel?

Hello, I need help! have a questions to therapist/social workers/counselors here from a parent’s perspective.. Is it ethical to give your minor patient a gift/present without telling or informing the parent of t… more

I’m starting grad school this year to make a career change to an LMFT. I’m in Los Angeles, CA and don’t have plans to move but it’s possible down the road. I’m trying to choose between grad schools an… more

Hello to all! I am seeking any job opportunities for a clinical mental health therapist available in or around Costa Mesa, CA. I have been in the field for 5 years and have completed clinical assessme… more

Hi everyone
I am a current DSW student looking to conduct research in the child welfare field focusing on placement instability in foster care. I am in need of a few field reviewers in the social work … more

I still can’t get over the guilt of a bad session…

Hi everyone

I just quit a high paying job in corporate due to burn out and a very toxic environment. I'm start grad school for family and marriage therapy this summer and I heard one can make good… more

First time filing tax as a 1099 independent contractor.. Why did I do this to myself???

I’m currently trying to get a job at some local hospitals like IHC, university of Utah hospital and a couple others. However I’m struggling to get interviews. The recruiters send messages like because… more

For those in private practice, do you get paid less per hour for family therapy sessions? Please post your state and general location (maybe county?) Particularly interested in hearing from people in … more

working in a private practice setting what realistically would I be able to make at 50 dollars a session? Some people say you can make 80,000 plus but is that actually the case with client turnover/re… more

Welcome new members!! Summer is almost upon us ☀️

How do I break into macro work if my experience is micro work? I've been trying to get into project management or program management but it's hard when I don't have that experience.

I'm looking for some advice about my next steps. I graduated with my BSW and a BA in journalism in 2022. I worked as a family advocate for Head Start for a year and am now doing a year-long job wh… more

I’m really close to submitting my application for licensure for marriage and family therapy. I have experience in both private practice and DMH community mental health. What are some smaller companie… more

I am currently a masters student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have had difficulty trying to find a site for my practicum, as no one replies to my emails. Any suggestions?

I hate dealing with the bureaucracy of the licensing board!!

Happy Monday all,

For folks leaving clinical working looking into more mezzo/macro practice, when looking at roles that fall into a social impact realm, what sorts of search terms (besides social impact and corporate resonsi… more

For any therapists that work in private practice or in outpatient services. I’m wondering what you have found effective in helping mitigate waitlists for clients and getting clients into therapy faste… more

So I'm thinking I want some sort of side hustle that'll allow for personal development, growth, and fun that I can scale up and down as I need.

As crappy as it may sound... I want to be sure it has NOTHING… more

Has anyone found a GOOD way to look for roles out of direct care?

I'm open to a variety of new things, but aside form looking by VERY specific role titles companies... so much of what comes back that still in a related f… more

hi all! Posting a Job referral for (multiple) community based counselor/therapist position in the Metro Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.

- Multiple positions available *****community based but specific setti… more

Bay Area AMFT and LMFT pay transparency?!

I wonder if anyone has added "coaching" to their skill set. I don't know a lot about it, but it seems that it's an interesting side-by-side, maybe for a therapy practice. I know it i… more

Do you stay with a company that you know and love but the role is awful as in boring with no growth but allows flexibility, stability and good pay OR do you look for something else that may not be as … more

Applied for some remote social work jobs at centene, cvs, and Magellan. Anyone work for these companies know how long it takes to hear back?

Anyone here have intel on management from Kaiser Riverside/Moreno Valley. I hear they aren’t good about hiring their temps. I’ve heard about of stuff so just wondering which side (management) is bet… more

I’m coming back from maternity leave soon and feel like my current job is unsustainable long term. I work in a crisis call center with a strict schedule, lots of oversight and micromanaging, and very … more