Social Workers & Therapists

Hello there! I currently work in billing at a medical office. I got my Bachelors in Psychology a few years ago but I couldn’t find a position that seemed like a good option for me that was well paying… more

Do you think social work is a thankless job? Obviously your main goal in the job shouldn't be to gain acknowledgement, but is it wrong to feel discouraged after years of work to get not even a tha… more

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How do they celebrate Christmas/the holidays where you work? Our office has decided to do an ugly sweater competition at our potluck and I can't wait 🤣. Plus we had a guy come and put icicle ligh… more

What is your approach to working with high risk clients who tend to be combative and resistant in your sessions?

I graduated in May of 22. I transitioned from being an intern to being a full time counselor, now for 6 months. I feel like I might be catching my agency at a tough time, but as an employee it doesn’t… more

Any other lonely social workers in here? I mean a lot to some of the people on my caseload but that's about it. Don't have any family near me and it's hard to make friends with non-SW'… more

What do you think about people being "empaths" or having personality traits that make them better at the job? Do people who are already tuned into their own emotions and the emotions of othe… more

Where can I apply for contract social worker jobs for a LMSW? What are some insurance companies I can apply to for contract jobs?

Best way to deal with family members who treat you like the family therapist? Over thanksgiving my aunt disclosed some intense stuff to me and asked me for my help/opinion, and it was uncomfortable. I… more

How do you deal with imposter syndrome? I'm a new therapist and I work with a bunch of women who have been doing this for ages. They're all really sweet, but I can't help feeling like I… more

Do you think all these violent and hate filled attacks are because people aren't getting the emotional/mental support they need, whether it's therapy at any age or help they needed but didn… more

I accepted a job at a oncology outpatient clinic last week! What can I expect?

Does your office or school do any type of charity drive during the holidays? Our office doesn't but I'd love to set something up with a good charity or non profit. Anyone who has experience ru… more

Anyone working in a charter school? Do you like it? How’s the workload and compensation?

I am looking for a referral for a remote case management position for Heath First, Humana or Evalance. I have 15 years of experience and I have my LMSW in NY and SC🙏🥰

Anyone working in SNF/LTC? Are you enjoying it, did you leave it for something else?

Ever quit a job after 3-4months because something better came along?

Hi everyone HELP! I was lucky enough to receive two job offers, one in SNF/LTC one in oncology outpatient setting. Looking for any tips from people that have worked in either setting or both??
Some bac… more

School Social Workers. What’s your salary? Is 65,000 annually a low offer? Should I negotiate and use my experience for more? Thoughts?

Please help fill in the blanks as I am working on a piece regarding the reality of being social worker. All responses are appreciated.

I am a social worker.
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Any oncology social workers out there in Maryland? Or elsewhere, what’s your salary?

Question about changing careers to be a therapist:
I’m in my mid-30s and currently in HR, which I don’t enjoy. I live in a HCOL (Los Angeles) and make about $100k per year currently. I don’t have any k… more

What misconceptions do you think people have about social work? or therapy?
Mine is my family still believes that only "sick" or unhappy people need to see a therapist, so they don't und… more

Anyone work in a school? Or for a third party company that enters schools?? I have an interview for a job on Tuesday, they said I’d have 30 students on my caseload is that manageable?

Might be shifting to a outpatient oncology position from a medical social worker in a hospital setting, any pros/cons major differences?

Can anyone tell me if there are any MCO’s or mental health agencies that try to maintain a realistic case load size for their behavioral health case managers? I’m considering changing companies. I ha… more

Anybody work in SNF/LTC? Pros cons? I’ve been working in a hospital setting and thinking about making the switch over

Am I the only social worker/therapist who doesn’t work well with being assigned to do last minute paperwork? I’m a very organized person, both personally and professionally and this has been challengi… more

Is anyone in any outreach coordinator positions? What is the pay like? I’m seeing $40,000 mark?

Hey everyone! Im an LCSW with 7 years experience in the field. I work full time for Elevance Health but wanting to break into adjunct teaching as a side gig. I loved having interns in my past roles an… more

What is a fair salary for someone who has 3yrs case management, hospital experience, and a LMSW? I’m getting a lot of low ball offers, and feel like I deserve more between the 60-65 salary range.

Welcome everyone! I’m so happy this is being utilized. A little background on me, I got my Bachelor’s when I was 20 and immediately went into both Child & Adult Protection careers. I then worked a… more

So I made this bowl awhile ago and I honestly haven’t been on the app in a minute and I’m so happy to see so many people utilizing this!!! I hope you all take time for yourselves and know that you do … more

What's one thing you wish you knew before becoming a social worker or a therapist?