Reviews
I am so glad that I found the Therapist Development Center program as I prepared for my ASWB Clinical Exam. I passed on the first test attempt after being out of grad school for almost a decade and having worked in the Criminal Justice Advocate for the majority of my career. Not only did I pass on the first attempt, but I passed with almost 90% accuracy!
I would like to share first : the strategies and lectures were incredibly helpful. The amount of practice exams was also a huge live saver. I would say a few things were a game changer. The advise to know in terms of diagnosis know the time span (that was a huge life saver) where I was 100 % certain I chose correctly even though it could of easily been between 2 options based on symptoms - the duration of symptoms was the KEY I knew I go it correct. Also having recall questions like that where you knew you got right gave you confidence to keep going. Other HUGE help. Hearing your voice in my head - like you will feel like you are failing but don't give in to it - Keep going. There were so many times anxiety tried to get the best of me and I would hear your voice in my head. I really can not thank you enough !!!! I highly highly recommend this course - totally worth it !!!!
I'm dyslexic and have a trauma background, so will be the first to admit, I learn content a little differently than some. I have struggled with test anxiety since I was an adolescent. I first took the LCSW exam right before the Code of Ethics had some changes and missed by 5 points. I truly thought..."I have this", and I clearly didn't. I invested in a weekend seminar that was okay with content, but didn't cover the "You could have 4 right answers", and how to break down the question stem. Today I took my exam for the 7th time. I missed on the 6th time by one point. This time I needed 102 points and scored 116 points! I have never in my life felt so relieved to have mastered something (no pun intended).
I would listen to a module while driving to a patient visit and even recorded myself reading some of the quick studies (I listened to them so many times, I knew when the a/c was going to turn off in the recording). I was stubborn and didn't do the full mocks, so would definitely recommend someone going in completing the FULL course. I found this program before attempt number 5 and wish in hindsight I had dove a little deeper. Take time to enjoy life; it really does make a difference. My mental/physical health took a serious hit due to not taking time to enjoy life. I did things MUCH differently this last round. I am super appreciative of TDC and was worth every penny to me!
In searching for an exam prep course I was looking for one that was well organized and easy to follow. TDC's schedule and system of how to study was exactly what I needed to help me organize and retain the information I needed to help me pass the first time. I loved the confidence I felt going into the exam and I had NO anxiety through the test as I was fully prepared after following the study guide.
I would highly recommend TDC to anyone attempting the ASWB clinical exam. The information was presented in a thorough, concise, and engaging manner. The recommended study calendar was extremely helpful. Knowing that many struggle to pass, I was anxious about the outcome. I’m happy to say, I passed with a score of 128! Thank you for this program!
I am very pleased with this study system. It provides everything you need. I plan on having better luck the next time.
I passed my exam thanks to God and this program. Thank you TDC for staying with me by renewing my account. I always look at these testimonials hoping one day I can post my own. Trust in yourself. You got this! To God be Glory. LCSW
I like the many options of study used throughout the program. It is so hard for me to sit down and study from a book, this felt less overwhelming, easy to access and worked through my pace.
I took the the exam a number of years ago when all that was available was books for study. I also took a 1 day class. The book went over every single theory and every topic in depth which was impossible to remember. The book came from the course which did the same thing. The practice tests ending up looking nothing like the actual test, which was distressing when I went to take it. I failed by 3 questions. This on-line course was user friendly and pointed out the really important points. The practice tests were really similar to what were on the exam and helpful to see where I needed the most help. I passed 9 points higher than was required for the test! I would recommend this to any SW looking for a study guide.
This was a great experience and I feel really prepared me! I ended up scoring well above what I was required to test at the end, and would highly recommend this program to my other colleagues.