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ASWB Practice Question: Child Abuse and Neglect

By Heidi Tobe on July 9, 2018

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

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Free Practice Question: Privilege Answer and Rationale

By Robin Gluck on July 6, 2018

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

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Free Practice Question: Privilege

By Robin Gluck on July 5, 2018

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

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Test Anxiety: Reducing Anxiety with Exercise

By Robin Gluck on June 20, 2018

Test anxiety is a very common phenomenon, especially for those going through the licensing exam process. And while it’s not unusual to experience it, it is important to manage it. Each month we publish a blog that provides strategies on how to manage test anxiety. Thankfully, there are many

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How to Manage Anxiety Using Mindfulness

By Robin Gluck on May 23, 2018

What emotions arise for you when you think about taking your licensing exam? Take a few moments and consider how you feel, right now, as you contemplate sitting for your exam. What, if any, physical sensations are you experiencing throughout your body? How intense are these feelings? Are they

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Free Practice Question: Confidentiality Answer and Rationale

By Robin Gluck on May 16, 2018

This week, our free MFT Law and Ethics exam and LCSW Law and Ethics exam practice question will focus on the topic of client confidentiality. Confidentiality is a key component of the therapeutic relationship. Without it, therapists would likely learn very little from their clients and it would

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Free Practice Question: Confidentiality

By Robin Gluck on May 14, 2018

This week, our free MFT Law and Ethics exam and LCSW Law and Ethics exam practice question will focus on the topic of client confidentiality. Confidentiality is a key component of the therapeutic relationship. Without it, therapists would likely learn very little from their clients and it would

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ASWB Practice Question: Macro Social Work Answer and Rationale

By Heidi Tobe on May 8, 2018

This week's free ASWB Practice question explored the often dreaded topic of macro social work. Remember: you don’t need to have direct experience in macro social work to answer these questions efficiently and correctly. While macro vs. micro social work questions seem vastly different on the surface

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ASWB Practice Question: Macro Social Work

By Heidi Tobe on May 7, 2018

Much like when we hear about research questions showing up on the exam, seeing the term "macro social work" (or "indirect practice") can send a shiver down our clinically focused, micro social worker spines. I remember dreading these types of questions when I was preparing for my ASWB social work

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How Do You Find a Clinical Supervisor?

By Sharon Greene on May 3, 2018

What do you do if you are an unlicensed therapist and you need hours with a clinical supervisor to earn your license, or if you are licensed and you need consultation to keep you accountable? Many budding therapists have their degrees and now must earn their hours under the watchful eye of a

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Free MFT Exam Practice Question: Working with Elderly Clients Answer and Rationale

By Robin Gluck on May 1, 2018

This week, our free MFT exam practice question is going to focus on the topic of working with the elderly. It’s quite possible you have not worked with elderly clients during your traineeships or internships, and yet the BBS still wants to know that you are aware of the unique issues that arise when

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Test Anxiety Tips: The Week Before Your Exam

By Robin Gluck on April 26, 2018

Do you find yourself biting your nails while wondering, “Am I really ready for this exam?!” Don’t worry; this feeling of trepidation is extremely common and it makes complete sense to feel this way! You’ve been committed to studying hard for a significant amount of time and the anticipation of

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