MFT

For exam #1 I used Gerry Grossman materials, and about 20 minutes into the exam I felt as if I didn't know what test I was taking. Somehow I still managed to pass, but I didn't want to replicate that experience for exam 2. Many colleagues and former colleagues recommended your materials, and I'm so glad they did. I actually enjoyed the study process, I felt confident going into the exam, and using the frames and the VV/V/?/X grid were SO SO helpful. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!

I’m grateful to report that I passed the MFT SWE. I felt ready for the test, but was not at my sharpest due to a case of insomnia the night before. I questioned my ability to function well for the 4 hour marathon.  It was tough, but I am convinced that the TDC strategies saved me.  At the halfway point, I was behind the clock; and spent the 2nd half rushing through to catch up. I was feeling that I was not passing, and tried to take comfort in the knowledge that this is what other people reported.

Therapist Development Center was thorough but concise as a review and excellent in framing test taking strategy. I was especially appreciative of the support on the Mock exams which helped me on how to approach the test.  Many thanks!

Thank you so much to TDC for the wonderful preparation for the SWE! I truly feel like the strategies of the program were the most helpful component to passing. I heard Amanda's voice in my head as I read the questions and I felt very calm and prepared. I felt that the questions were truly reflective of Amanda's belief that the test is NOT trying to trick you.

I loved Amanda's approach: simple, practical, and effective.  Not only was I encouraged to learn the most essential information covered on the exam but, more importantly, I felt confident knowing how to approach the exam based on neuroscience.  This system covers important non-exam material (e.g. self-care, attitude, organization) that may be even more important than the content that is on the actual exam.

I just passed my MFT SWE this morning! I'm so glad that I had TDC to get me through the studying process. The studying experience felt manageable and like I was actively learning vs. feeling overwhelmed. A huge thank you to Amanda and my coach Asya. The reasoning strategies, fruit/juice fuel were key and "tolerate uncertainty" was very real which made me so glad I was prepared for that feeling. The time went very fast and I was worried about timing, but "kept on marking" and made it. Ready to start studying for the CVE now!

Every opportunity I had while preparing for the first exam, I listened to Amanda's lecture material -- in the kitchen, living room, getting ready for work, etc.  I felt I needed to absorb as much as I could -- this is my learning style.  Yet when it came down to test day, I followed the test strategies, including "put things in order," "breathe," "read every word of the stem" and it worked. I am so grateful and look forward to the next step in this process. 

Your program is outstanding Amanda. All I can say is...I went through each step, took all the mock exams and did it in 5 weeks total and wasn't sure I was ready. I even ran out of time in the actual exam and couldn't finish all the questions...I was sure I failed. But I didn't and couldn't be more pleased. Thank you for creating the perfect study system!

Even though I awoke the morning of my CVE exam with a migraine, I fought through and passed!  This study program offers such grounding and it organized my thinking, so that my confidence was way higher than it would have been without it!  The structure of the frames and ways to interact with the questions, almost like a game, felt attainable.  I am relieved and thankful!  I have recommended the program to colleagues and will continue!

I don't typically have high test anxiety, but with these exams there is so much on the line! I put a lot of pressure on myself to pass on the first try because I wanted to get licensed ASAP! Amanda Rowen is amazing and I absolutely recommend the TDC study system to everyone! From teaching me how to manage my time, to explaining the difference in theories, I felt completely prepared for these exams. Honestly the first exam was a bit difficult, but the second one I just knew I was going to pass thanks to feeling so prepared! Thank you TDC and Amanda!!!