Reviews

I took the test previously and did not pass. I recent took the exam for the second time after using TDC to study. Going in I felt very prepared. The audios helped me know how to think. I was able to use that during the test. I was able to think through each step like in the audios. The confidence I had helped reside the test taking anxiety. I would definitely recommend TDC to any therapist looking to past the exam.

Would absolutely recommend!

I think the material was very good preparation. It was absolutely worth it to go through it the second time. I appreciate that you gave me an extension when I had some unforseen delays in becoming approved to take the exam.

The lectures were really helpful. The information was well summarized. There were excellent test taking strategies and tips included.

I graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 2004. I had not seen a lot of this material in 15 years. In PA license is not required, and in VA where I lived there is a license prior to the clinical. When I moved to California in 2011, the BBS was not administering the National Exam, so I spent a lot of time study an entirely different process. Once the ASWB was incorporated, I shifted my studies and purchases AATBS and was given 5 large books to surf through with mock test that only show you how your doing, but not how to engage the material, or answer questions. My husband said you need a study plan, a strategy, so you can relearn the material, and OH My God, I found Therapist Development. I repeated the material twice in its entirety and then one more time S1 thru S5. I felt very prepared. I was confident. The what to do First really did the job, going over the 50 topics Quick studies are amazing, and all the material is just phenomenal. The use of the coach Heidi was awesome even answering questions during the Holiday. Thank you Heidi. Amanda I could go on and on, just know that I took you in the exam a few different times.. and your two year old to get through some of the "normal development". I was not allowed to eat although i called and asked in advance. At question 90, I got up and drank water. I was truly feeling the difference. At question 120, I felt like given up. I actually said just quit, your not doing well. I felt like a panic attack, and I remember Amanda said people think they are having a panic attack, but it is sugar level being low. The next thing I heard was Amanda saying stay with it~push through and get through this EXAM!! and My God I did it~~ thank you and your staff. A glass of Red Wine & Chocolate well deserved!

I found the clinical exam to be a breeze after working on all the mock exams provided by The Therapist Development Center. I only had to take the exam once. The tutorials were invaluable. I highly recommend this program especially for nervous test takers. Follow the program as it was designed and you simply cannot fail!

I was told about TDC from a co-worker who took the exam and failed and then used the TDC program and passed. I had never taken the exam before so a couple of days before I got really anxious. I have always been told I was not a good test taker. I started thinking that maybe the program will not cover what I will need for the exam. I could have NEVER been more wrong. I would advise anyone that will be taking the LCSW exam to use this program. When I read the first question I smiled. It was just like being in one of the TDC mock exams. I am telling every person I know that will be taking the exam that they need to purchase from TDC. AMAZING!

After being out of school for a few years, I took the clinical exam and failed by 3 points. I wasn’t mad, I realized I needed to study and figured out what areas I needed to work on. I purchased other study materials that were overwhelming and didn’t give any recommendations on what to study specifically. It was a book and a mock exam. I couldn’t focus, had no clue as to what areas I should really focus on and I just felt lost. I didn’t even want to look at the book because it was information overload. After my colleague purchased the TDC material, she passed her exam and it motivated me even more to try it. Once I started the study materials, I felt like I had a plan. I stuck to it and the day I took the exam...I felt confident! The material is easy to follow and really helps you stay organized. I passed the exam and I’m really grateful! It’s definitely worth it.

It's a great program.

I really could not have passed the ACSW test without TDC. The course is so organized and structured, making it so much easier to keep on track and study in a very intentional format. An applicant can really get overwhelmed by all the material there is to learn but TDC really prepares you for what your really need to know to be a competent clinical social worker. Amanda really understands the human learning process and prepares you to study in the most efficient way AND maintain your regular life. I had to balance studying with a lot of other responsibilities, and honestly, if I had concentrated only on studying all the time, I probably would not have passed. Heidi was very patient in answering all my questions and reassuring me that non of my questions were dumb questions. I am amazed that I passed on my first try!! Thank you, TDC!!