Exam Prep Blog: July 2018

Free MFT Exam Practice Question: Working with Couples Answer and Rationale

Submitted by Asya Mourraille on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 02:28pm

This week, our free MFT exam practice question is going to focus on the topic of working with couples. It’s quite possible you have not had any couples in your case load during your traineeships or internships, and yet the BBS still wants to know that you are aware of the unique issues that arise when working with this population. Regardless of how much or how little you already know about this subject, the Therapist Development Center’s exam prep, will ensure you know everything you need to correctly answer questions on this topic. What to Expect on the Exam: Whether you are taking the Law

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Free MFT Exam Practice Question: Working with Couples

Submitted by Asya Mourraille on Mon, 07/23/2018 - 04:20pm

This week, our free MFT exam practice question is going to focus on the topic of working with couples. It’s quite possible you have not had any couples in your case load during your traineeships or internships, and yet the BBS still wants to know that you are aware of the unique issues that arise when working with this population. Regardless of how much or how little you already know about this subject, the Therapist Development Center’s exam prep, will ensure you know everything you need to correctly answer questions on this topic. What to Expect on the Exam: Whether you are taking the Law

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Sex Therapy 101: An Overview for Clinicians

Submitted by Kristie Overstreet on Mon, 07/16/2018 - 05:13pm

Are you thinking about developing your clinical skills and specializing in sex therapy? Whether you are working with individuals, couples, or groups, it is likely the topic of sex will surface. Many clinicians have minimal if any clinical training in human sexuality. The one human sexuality class that you may be required to take as part of your program doesn’t adequately cover how beneficial sex therapy is for many clients. But first, what is sex therapy? As a clinical sexologist, psychotherapist, and certified sex therapist, I encourage you to consider expanding your knowledge in the area of

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ASWB Practice Question: Child Abuse and Neglect Answer and Rationale

Submitted by Heidi Tobe on Tue, 07/10/2018 - 02:00pm

Child abuse and neglect are topics that we can say with just about absolute certainty will show up on your ASWB social work licensing exams (whether you are preparing for the LMSW or LCSW exam). That's why this week's FREE ASWB practice question covered this very nuanced and challenging topic. This question has proven to be a difficult one for many-did you get it right? Find out below! Child Abuse Practice Question: A school social worker meets with a 13-year-old girl who begins crying in session as she discusses an argument she had with her parents last night. She explains that after she

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ASWB Practice Question: Child Abuse and Neglect

Submitted by Heidi Tobe on Mon, 07/09/2018 - 03:00pm

Child abuse and neglect are topics that we can say with just about absolute certainty will show up on your ASWB social work licensing exams (whether you are preparing for the LMSW or LCSW exam). These topics can be particularly challenging, especially for those who do not regularly engage in work that involves reporting child abuse or neglect. Our ASWB Social Work Exam programs prepare our users thoroughly in these topics so you can go into the exam feeling confident when these types of questions show up. How Might Child Abuse and Neglect Show Up on the Exam? Specific exam questions may cover

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Free Practice Question: Privilege Answer and Rationale

Submitted by Robin Gluck on Fri, 07/06/2018 - 05:00pm

This week, our free MFT Law and Ethics exam and LCSW Law and Ethics exam practice question will focus on the topic of privilege. This is a topic that many test-takers struggle with as they prepare for the exam. This is in large part because it is more of an abstract concept. While you’ve likely had experiences with the vast majority of subjects tested on the law and ethics exams, most therapists, especially those earlier in their careers, have not dealt with subpoenas or court orders. And while practice makes perfect, or at least makes subjects seem less daunting, your knowledge of this

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Free Practice Question: Privilege

Submitted by Robin Gluck on Thu, 07/05/2018 - 06:41pm

This week, our free MFT Law and Ethics exam and LCSW Law and Ethics exam practice question will focus on the topic of privilege. This is a topic that many test-takers struggle with as they prepare for the exam. This is in large part because it is more of an abstract concept. While you’ve likely had experiences with the vast majority of subjects tested on the law and ethics exams, most therapists, especially those earlier in their careers, have not dealt with subpoenas or court orders. And while practice makes perfect, or at least makes subjects seem less daunting, your knowledge of this

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