Best NASW Podcasts (2025)

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EP 126: Established and Emerging Practices in Public Defender Social Work 44:45

7d ago44:45

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In NASW’s latest episode of Social Work Talks, sponsored by Illinois Department of DCFS, we converse with the Maryland Office of Public Defenders about their Office of Reentry Services. With the help of social workers on staff, it focuses on helping incarcerated individuals re-enter society—and provides them with resources so they can get a fresh s…

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Ep. 87 Supporting Clients in this Political Climate 25:43

15d ago25:43

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into how social workers can support clients during heightened political times, including by talking about politics, stepping away from western individualism & empowering collective and community action. Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build communi…

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Ep. 86 Family Building & Navigating Adversity with Adoption ft. Julie Ryan McGue 39:03

20d ago39:03

39:03

Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we speak again with author & adoptee, Julie McGue, talking further about experience with adoption, having a twin, infertility, family building & more! A very insightful conversation for everyone to listen to. Julie Ryan McGue is an American writer, a domestic adoptee, and an identica…

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EP 125: Forever Family for Children in Foster Care 22:31

2M ago22:31

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For more than 30 years, Rita Soronen, President and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption has worked on behalf of abused, neglected and vulnerable children, providing leadership for local, state and national efforts working to improve the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. Leading the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, a nationa…

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EP 124: Fractured Families: When to Stay and When to Go 42:36

2M ago42:36

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Imagine this scene. You are sitting in your office when a call comes in. A man and his wife are on the line. The wife says she was given your name from someone who thought you could help. Their adult children have not spoken to them for 10 months. They have pleaded, cajoled, and apologized for all past transgressions hoping they can make amends and…

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EP 123: Mass Deportation: Unjust and Harmful to the Nation 47:37

3M ago47:37

47:37

Wendy Cervantes is the Director of Immigration and Immigrant Families at the Center for Law and Social Policy. In this episode, she and Mel Wilson, NASW's Senior Policy Advisor focusing on social justice issues, discuss what mass deportation would look like under a potential Trump Administration and why such policies are harmful to children and fam…

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EP 122: Something's Really Wrong Here: What Social Workers Should Know About Families with Adult Children With Mental Illness 40:53

4M ago40:53

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Dr. Judith R. Smith, LCSW is author of the new book, Difficult: Mothering Challenging Adult Children Through Conflict and Change. We chat with her about her research and the impact of having a “difficult adult child” on aging mothers and explore how social workers can best support these parents in navigating both the emotional and practical challen…

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Ep. 85 Being Outspoken in Social Work & Challenging Saviorism 30:33

4M ago30:33

30:33

Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we talk about a couple articles I read about social workers needing to be more outspoken & about a social worker that is dealing with compassion fatigue. Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community and a hub of helpful resources and support for social…

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Ep 121: Voting Information Day with Vot-ER 43:57

4M ago43:57

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Vote ER and NASW on mobilizing for the extremely important 2024 presidential and down ballot elections. It goes without saying that the upcoming election is one of the most important elections in terms of preserving America's democracy since the Civil War. Hopefully, this podcast will be able to share some important information about what is at sta…

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Ep. 84 Sides Hustles & AI Listening to Sessions 31:39

4M ago31:39

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into sides hustles that won't drain social workers, using AI to listen to sessions and write notes, finding a therapy office space & explaining our job to others. Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community an…

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Ep 120: Getting Real with Relationship Expert & Author Terry Real 39:20

5M ago39:20

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In our latest podcast we chat with Relationship Expert, Author and Social Worker Terry Real! An internationally recognized family therapist and best-selling author, Real is dedicated to helping couples build lasting, loving relationships. With a revolutionary approach known as Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Terry equips individuals and couples with…

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Ep. 83 The Social Work Interstate Licensure Compact 101 26:41

5M ago26:41

26:41

Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we dive into the latest developments and overview of the Social Work Interstate Licensure Compact, what this entails and pros/cons for social workers! Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community and a hub of helpful …

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EP 119: Update on the EAP Landscape 23:12

5M ago23:12

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Dr. Dale Masi is a pioneering social worker renowned for her work in Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). Dr. Masi, who recently edited the Fifth International EAP Compendium, is Professor Emeritus at the University of Maryland, where she taught and directed the Employee Assistance Specialization for 22 years. With 16 books and over 70 articles to …

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Ep. 82 Dual Relationships in CPS, Getting into Admin, & Imposter Syndrome 23:06

5M ago23:06

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are diving into conundrums faced by fellow social workers and providing insight on their dilemmas on Reddit, including a CPS worker having a child in class with a former client, transitioning from direct work to administration, and not feeling confident after starting at a new job…

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Ep. 81 NASW Sucks, Changing Careers & Setting Boundaries in Social Work 43:48

6M ago43:48

43:48

Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are diving into conundrums faced by fellow social workers and providing insight on their dilemmas - From not seeing the point of the NASW, considering what other career they could have, and releasing the emotional burdens of social work. Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based the…

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EP 118: Career Pivots — It’s Never Too Late to Become a Therapist 58:49

6M ago58:49

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In this NASW podcast episode of Social Work Talks we examine why it’s Never Too Late to enter the field of therapy. Our host NASW member Elisabeth Joy LaMotte, LICSW chats with chef Karey Swartwout, and political organizer and journalist Dr. Brooke Stroud, now a clinical psychologist, and author Daniel Duane (who today is featured in an article in …

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Ep. 80 Embracing AI & VR in Therapy ft. Amity Cooper 42:16

6M ago42:16

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Amity Cooper, Therapreneur to dive into how therapists can reject fear & lean into using AI and VR to support their practice! Amity Cooper is a seasoned entrepreneur, trained mental health professional, and entrepreneurial coach. For over 20 years, Amity has run a va…

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Ep. 79 Making Money in Social Work! ft. Teddy Nguyen 44:48

6M ago44:48

44:48

Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Teddy Nguyen, a social worker & financial coach to dive into the widely held negative beliefs about money that social workers hold & to get into strategies to support financial wellbeing! Teddy Nguyen is a Texas-based social worker and Financial Coach. He brought his…

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Ep. 78 How Social Work School Needs to Change! ft. Emma Yeager, MSW 41:01

7M ago41:01

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Emma Yeager, a recent MSW graduate to dive into her experiences with social work education, gaps in our education, feeling unprepared, and how we can better support social work student interns! Emma Yeager recently graduated with her Masters of Social Work (MSW) and …

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EP 117: Why Social Workers Make Great Leaders 26:50

7M ago26:50

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Dr. Michael Kaufman, MSW, PhD., author of the new book, Doing Good & Doing Well: Inspiring Helping Professionals to Become Leaders in Their Organizations, has managed countless crises that have needed quick, level-headed thinking and tough decisions delivered with empathy and heart. Board chair of Premier Education Partners he has seen other helpin…

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EP 116: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy 51:32

8M ago51:32

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Mary Cosimano, LMSW, has been with the Department of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research since 2000 when they began research with psilocybin. She is currently a Psychedelic Session Facilitator and has served as Director of Clinical Services and as a research coordinator.…

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Ep. 77 Coworker Bullying & Overwhelming First Days in Social Work 24:12

8M ago24:12

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, Laura reviews a prompt from the Anti-Burnout Card Deck on mindful eating during the work day, and gives advice to fellow social workers experiencing bullying from a coworker and being overwhelmed with their first job post-grad. Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based therapist that b…

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Ep. 76 My Road to Clinical Licensure! 44:34

9M ago44:34

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, Laura shares her recent experience studying & passing the ASWB's LCSW exam! Stay tuned for information on the application process & fees, tools I used to study, and what's next as an LCSW! Laura Swanson, LCSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to…

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EP 115: Social Workers in Public Healthcare - Is it the career path for you? 32:33

9M ago32:33

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Jasmin Saville, RN, MPH, MSSW, is whole health and equity director for Amerigroup, a health insurance and managed health care provider that covers older adults, low income families, state and federally sponsored beneficiaries and federal employees in 26 states. Saville talks about how she combined social work and nursing, why public health care cou…

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Ep. 75 Social Workers In it For the Money & Wearing Expensive Items 30:38

10M ago30:38

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into a mindfulness prompt from the Anti-Burnout card deck, and diving into Redditors issues with public opinions on social workers and money, and if it's okay for us to wear expensive items. Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in…

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EP 114: Marijuana reform policies and their impact Black and Brown communities 55:45

10M ago55:45

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As of April 20, 2024, recreational use of marijuana has been legalized in 24 states, three U.S. territories, and Washington, D.C. But how have marijuana reforms affected Black and Brown populations that were heavily impacted by marijuana criminal prosecutions before legalization? NASW Senior Policy Adviser Mel Wilson sits down with Maritza Perez Me…

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Ep. 74 The Basics of Cognitive Behavior Therapy 37:53

10M ago37:53

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into cognitive behavior therapy, one of favorite modalities! I talk all about the cognitive triangle and specific ways we can support clients in changing thoughts and behaviors. A great framework to see if you'd be interested in pursuing more training, or getting to know some …

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Ep. 73 Good Supervision: What is it & Why It's Important! ft. Francesca Sternfeld 58:40

10M ago58:40

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Francesca Sternfeld, LSCW, SIFI, to dive into all things supervision! Francesca shares her incredible passion & insight into supervision, including the importance of it, skills supervisors can use, how students can use it to evolve in their work and more! Francesca S…

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EP 113: Student Initiated Confrontations' Impact on Social Work 25:43

10M ago25:43

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Social Work Instructor Dr. Thalia Anderen, MSW, RCSW, LCSW, and Social Work Talks Podcast Host Lorrie Appleton, LCSW, dive into the concerning trend of student-initiated confrontations (SIC) in universities. With over 20 years of experience as a therapist, Anderen's research sheds light on the impact of these behaviors on both educators and the fie…

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 6 Giving Advice to Fellow Social Workers on r/socialwork & r/therapists 36:37

10M ago36:37

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we dive into Reddit forums r/social work and r/therapists to give advice to other professionals on leaving the field, starting a private practice, and staying present and engaged with telehealth sessions. We also do a mindfulness prompt from the Anti-Burnout C…

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Ep. 72 How to Keep Growing as a Social Worker, EFT Tapping & Other Learnings 34:28

10M ago34:28

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by me, myself, and I, diving into strategies I've learned post-burnout to keep growing as a social worker, having passion for the field again, some interventions I've learned about, and going over a prompt from the Anti-Burnout Card Deck. Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New Yo…

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Ep. 71 The World of School Social Work Coaching ft. Jocelyn Sailor 41:27

11M ago41:27

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Jocelyn Sailor, LCSW and District Social Work Coach. Jocelyn shares her journey in social work, describes the ins and outs of her role as a school social work coach, effective interventions, collaboration skills, and highlights the planners & resources she offers at …

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Ep. 70 Entering Private Practice & Latinx Mental Health ft. Andrea Rodriguez 43:19

11M ago43:19

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Andrea Rodriguez, LMHC! She talks about leaving the nonprofit world to enter private practice, including how to make that decision and navigating starting a business. Andrea also highlights some mental health struggles for Latinx people - important considerations for…

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EP 112: Social Work is Everywhere Campaign 43:49

11M ago43:49

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During Social Work Month 2024, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work is celebrating with the campaign "Social Work is Everywhere." The college is seeking to raise awareness that social workers help millions of people each day and work in a variety of settings, including many people may not be aware of such as sports and financial planni…

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Ep. 69 The Ins & Outs of Transplant & LVAD Social Work ft. Beats By Social Work Podcast 45:58

11M ago45:58

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by the hosts of the Beats by Social Work Podcast, Tiffany & Kristin, to dive into the essential and interesting world of transplant & LVAD social work. We get into a typical day, the power of advocacy, biggest challenges, essential skills & more! Tiffany Coco is an LCSW…

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Ep. 68 Supporting Others During Life's Hardships ft. Jordan Arogeti of SupportNow 31:04

11M ago31:04

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by the co-founder and CEO of SupportNow, Jordan Arogeti. Jordan details her journey to starting SupportNow, and online registry to offer money, meals, errands, and more to those experiencing some of life's most difficult moments. We also touch on how social workers are …

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Ep. 67 The Essential Skills of Cognitive Rehab ft. Liz Ramdas 30:23

12M ago30:23

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Liz Ramdas, a social worker that has found passion in cognitive rehab work! Liz discusses actual skills all social workers can use, the importance of screening for brain injury & shines light on this essential social work role that is often overlooked. Liz Ramdas, MS…

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Ep. 66 Healing Adoption Wounds & Finding Family ft. Julie McGue 39:58

12M ago39:58

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Julie McGue, a domestic adoptee and author. Julie shares her experience as she processed adoption, search for birth family, and the social workers that supported her along the way! Julie Ryan McGue is an American writer, a domestic adoptee, and an identical twin. In …

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 5 A chat about not feeling fulfilled, social justice, burnout prevention, and saying "I don't know" 26:56

12M ago26:56

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text On this bonus episode, Laura chats about feeling not fulfilled doing only therapy sessions, and how there is a lack of typical social working that. She also details the importance of advocacy and social justice as we call to support those suffering in Palestine, Sudan, and the Congo. We then review two prompts…

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EP 111: Ending our nation's gun violence epidemic - a Brady campaign update 28:40

12M ago28:40

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Gun violence remains a serious public health issue in the United States. About 46,000 Americans died due to gun violence in 2023, with half using guns to die by suicide. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a partner with Brady, a campaign to end our nation's gun violence epidemic. In this episode of NASW's Social Work Talks podcast…

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EP 110: Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Services Payment Update 8:04

12M ago8:04

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Mirean Coleman, LICSW, director of clinical practice at the National Association of Social Workers, talks about a new regulation that will allow clinical social workers to bill for Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention (HBAI) Services. Learn why this development is so important for social workers.…

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Ep. 65 Getting Out of Debt for the Social Worker ft. Taylor G., LCSW 54:36

1y ago54:36

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Taylor, the creator of Social Work to Wealth, giving us some tips and insight into her own journey paying off debt and building wealth, and how fellow social workers can do the same! Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and personal finance blogger at Social W…

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Ep. 64 Changing Paths: Child Protection to Hospital Social Work ft. Anna Webster 43:18

1y ago43:18

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Anna Webster, a hospital social worker that details her experience as a rural child protection worker, considering an MSW, and transitioning to hospital social work. An incredible journey that shows the importance of self care and being open and flexible in your own …

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Ep. 63 Social Work with Refugees at the Southern US Border ft. Rosio Mancera 37:51

1y ago37:51

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Rosio Mancera, a social worker that supports refugees crossing the US Southern Border. We have a great conversation on this work, the intricate balance in social work, and disproving myths about refugees. Rosio Mancera, ACSW graduated from the University of Southern …

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 4 Top Tips for Building Rapport & NEW Segments! 29:55

1y ago29:55

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text On this bonus episode, Laura dives into her top tips to build rapport with clients & introduces 2 new segments - a mindfulness prompt and describing an anger management intervention for kids! Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community and a h…

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Ep. 62 Refugee Social Work in Indonesia ft. Elizabeth Hutajulu 34:45

1y ago34:45

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Elizabeth, an incredible social worker from Indonesia, where she works to support refugees through this stressful transitional period. A great episode where we get insight into the highs & lows of this work! Elizabeth Hutajulu is a social worker from Indonesia workin…

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Ep. 61 Therapists Having Therapists & Prioritizing Our Own Mental Health ft. Nechoma Eckhaus 50:13

1y ago50:13

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Nechoma Eckhaus, LMSW to have an open & honest conversation about the reality for therapists that struggle with their own mental health & how we can seriously take care of ourselves in this field! Nechoma Eckhaus, LMSW resides in New York and is currently working tow…

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🔒 SWB+ Ep. 3 Sloth Philosophy Book Review & SMART New Year Resolutions 40:15

1y ago40:15

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text On this bonus episode, Laura reviews a recent read "The Little Book of Sloth Philosophy" by Jennifer McCartney, including key takeaways of mindfulness & self compassion, and dives into creating resolutions and her issues with SMART goals. Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social …

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Ep. 60 The Power of Abolition Work with Incarcerated Girls ft. Angela Montijo 50:10

1y ago50:10

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Angela Montijo, LMSW, talking all about their work with incarcerated girls including the challenges, working within an oppressive system, and using an abolition framework! An essential listen for all social workers! Angela Montijo, LMSW, PPSC (she/they, ella/elle), a…

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Ep. 59 Changing Internalized Stigma in Mental Health Professionals ft. Naziat Hassan-Ahmed 40:03

1y ago40:03

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Send us a text On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Naziat Hassan-Ahmed, LMHC, LPC, NCC, to dive into the world of internalized stigma in fellow professionals, how this shows up, & how to best support those doing the work! Naziat Hassan, LMHC, LPC, NCC (she/her/hers) a Bangladeshi-American, Muslim woman living in Quee…

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