Exam Prep Blog: March 2019

Substance abuse disorders affect millions of individuals. There is a need for trained clinicians to work with individuals struggling with alcohol and drugs. Addiction counseling can be one of the most challenging and rewarding fields of specialty. The nature of addiction, recovery, and continued sobriety is life-altering. Just because there are many drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers offering services, doesn’t mean there aren’t difficulties seeking treatment. Here are a few common barriers that clients face when seeking addiction counseling. Judgmental clinicians A potential client

This week, our free MFT exam practice question is going to focus on the topic of psychotic disorders. It’s quite possible you have not had any exposure or intentions to work with people who suffer from psychotic disorders. Yet, the BBS still wants to make sure that you are aware of the unique issues that arise 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 on the MFT exam. How might this topic be tested? Whether you

This month’s free law and ethics practice question will focus on a topic that could appear on your exam, but one you may not have encountered yet in your clinical practice. It is not uncommon to receive questions relating to the topic of conservatorships, along with comments such as, “I have never worked with a conservator, so this topic is confusing for me.” Here are some common questions: Who can be a conservator? What is the process of becoming a conservator? Why would someone need a conservator? What rights do a conservatee/conservator hold? Let’s test your knowledge on the subject of

One of the questions I am frequently asked as a coach (sometimes several times a week!) is this: what is the age of consent is for therapy? Can minor’s consent to their own therapy? Do parents have a right to access their child's record? The most important thing you need to know regarding this topic for your ASWB exam is this: the age of consent varies state to state. In some states, a child as young as 12 can consent to their own therapy. In other states, however, even a 17-year-old minor cannot be seen for therapy without parental consent. Age of Consent What many people are unaware of is