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Laura Swanson, LMSW is a therapist in New York City, and began The Social Work Bubble to create more conversations around social work! The podcast is meant as a resource for those interested or in the field, and dives into clinical practice, intervention, ethics, case studies, and licensing, MSW programs, and everything in between!

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Laura Swanson, LMSW is a therapist in New York City, and began The Social Work Bubble to create more conversations around social work! The podcast is meant as a resource for those interested or in the field, and dives into clinical practice, intervention, ethics, case studies, and licensing, MSW programs, and everything in between!

Language:

English


Episodes

Ep. 43 Changing Trauma Treatment with the Family Safe Model! ft. Sanctuary for Families Clinical Team

5/5/2023
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we join the Sanctuary for Families Clinical Team to dive into their approach to trauma treatment using the Family Safe Model, an incredible model that integrates the whole family unit into trauma treatment! Listen in for some ideas you can bring to your work! The guests today included those from SFF's clinical team, including Bushra Husain, DSW, LCSW, Andrea Yeriazarian, LCSW-R, and Ines Cano, LCSW, MPH. Sanctuary for Families is an NYC based organization that provides resources and treatment for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and other forms of gender-based violence. SFF is also offering trainings, in person and video call, to any interested organizations, including the following: Any interested organizations can email us at familysafeinfo@sffny.org to schedule a training! To keep up to date with Sanctuary for Families & see what other supports they offer the community, you can follow them below: https://sanctuaryforfamilies.org/@sffnyIf you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show Support the show

Duration:00:38:00

Ep. 42 A Day in the Life of a Therapist & Finding Balance

4/10/2023
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we get into what a day looks like for therapist in both outpatient mental health and private practice, as well as how you can find balance as a therapist! A great overview for those considering the clinical social work route! If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show

Duration:00:33:20

Ep. 41 Suicide Assessment & Safety Planning with Laura Swanson, LMSW

3/31/2023
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, Laura gives an overview of screening for suicide risk as social workers, as well as safety planning, client examples and when to refer to higher level of care. A must-listen for understanding assessment & planning! *Disclaimer: This is a VERY general overview of suicide risk assessment and planning. Please get supervision and know that each experience is individual. Resources Mentioned: Columbia Suicide Severity Scale Safety Plan Site Laura's Safety Plan Bundle National Lifeline Information (Call 988 to speak to a crisis counselor) If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show

Duration:00:50:05

Ep. 40 Using Yoga in Social Work! ft. Farah Reynoso

3/4/2023
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, our guest, Farah Reynoso, shares her use of yoga in therapy and social work sessions, the benefits of yoga and mindfulness, and beginning steps for incorporating this into practice! Farah is an MSW Student and certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher! You can keep up with her social work journey using the info below! Instagram: @Farahpaloma If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show

Duration:00:35:11

Ep. 39 Teens Aren't That Scary: How to Be the Cool Social Worker ft. Luccas Contreras

1/20/2023
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, a recurring guest, Luccas Contreras, shares his experience as a teenager struggling with mental health, dropping out of high school, and how all of this shaped his empathetic approach in his current work with teenagers. Luccas is an MSW Student at University of Wisconsin-Madison and currently works with teens as a behavioral health facilitator in Wisconsin. Email: lcontreras2@wisc.edu Instagram: @dadboots2 If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show

Duration:00:45:53

Ep. 38 Preventing Burnout as a Highly Sensitive Social Worker ft. Amy Pinnell

1/13/2023
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, our guest, Amy Pinnell, shares her experience being a Highly Sensitive Person and how fellow highly sensitive social workers can thrive in an emotionally draining field. Amy Pinell, MSW, RSW has built an incredible community of social workers to support their emotional and mental wellbeing, including with promoting self care, preventing burnout, and collaborating with other thriving social workers! You can continue to follow her journey here: Instagram: @sensitivesocialworker "Dear Social Worker" Prints and Love Notes for Social Workers Card Deck Email: contact@sensitivesocialworker.com If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show

Duration:00:50:28

Ep. 37 Thriving as a Social Worker with a Mental Health Condition (ft. Luccas Contreras)

11/30/2022
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, a returning guest, Luccas Contreras, joins us to share insight on his mental health journey and how it effects life as a social worker, including helpful tips & knowing when to take a break. Luccas is an MSW Student at University of Wisconsin-Madison and currently works as a social worker as crisis stabilization case manager in Wisconsin and a part time domestic violence case manager. Email: lcontreras2@wisc.edu Instagram: @dadboots2 If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show Support the show

Duration:00:41:31

Ep. 36 The Nitty Gritty of Finding Good Supervision! ft. Catherine Moore (@socialworkersrise)

11/23/2022
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, Catherine Moore, LCSW of Social Workers, Rise! and the RISE Directory joins us to get into all the details of finding a great supervisor & the good, bad, and ugly of supervision experiences & how to find a perfect fit! Catherine Moore, LCSW is a California-based social worker that thrives in uplifting and empowering social workers through education & community. She started the Social Workers, Rise! podcast to do just that, and also began the RISE Directory to help connect supervisors to social workers. To continue Catherine's incredible social work journey, check her out on Instagram @socialworkersrise and LinkedIn. Social Workers, Rise! RISE Directory If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop · Blog · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube · Pinterest · Podcast Support the show

Duration:00:33:10

Ep. 35 An Insider Look at the Life of an MSW ft. Gloria Geeso

11/9/2022
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we welcome our guest, Gloria Geeso! Gloria is an MSW student at ASU and discusses what led her to social work and grad school & vital changes that need to happen in social work education! To continue with Gloria's journey & insight, check out her Instagram at @gloriageeso Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show

Duration:00:47:32

Ep. 34 Gaps in Social Work: Toxic Masculinity & Male Eating Disorders (ft. Luccas Contreras)

5/17/2022
Welcome! Today on the Social Work Bubble, we have a special guest, Luccas Contreras, to talk all about toxic masculinity, eating disorders in men, and how social workers can shape their practice to be more mindful of these intersections. Luccas is an MSW Student at University of Wisconsin-Madison and currently works as a social worker as crisis stabilization case manager in Wisconsin and a part time domestic violence case manager. Email: lcontreras2@wisc.edu Instagram: @dadboots https://www.instagram.com/dadboots/ Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:53:18

Ep. 33 Who Has the Better Social Workers? UK vs US (ft. Vicki @SocialWorkSorted)

5/10/2022
Welcome! Today on the Social Work Bubble, we have a special guest, Vicki, from Social Work Sorted, joining us! We dive into all things social work in the US and UK, including educational pathways, licensing, & HUGE gaps in the social work identity. Vicki is a child protection social worker based in the UK and is the founder of Social Work Sorted. You can follow her Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/socialworksorted/ Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:49:27

Ep. 32 All Things Abolition & Why Social Work is Political (ft. Rebecca Ogle, LCSW)

4/5/2022
Welcome! Today on the Social Work Bubble, we have a special guest, Rebecca Ogle, LCSW joining us! We discuss Rebecca's own journey to social work, the importance of social work being political, and being abolitionist social workers! Rebecca Ogle, LCSW is the owner of Grounded Counseling, LLC and is based in Chicago, Illinois. You can follow her journey @groundedcounseling Books: Websites https://www.bostonliberationhealth.com/https://defundcpdcampaign.org/People to follow on IG: @dopeblack_socialworker@sswuchicago @alandetlaff @socialworkerscankissmyass @socialworksucksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sswunSocial Service Workers UnitedShare your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:47:29

Ep. 31 What it Takes for a 1st Generation Social Work Student to Succeed (ft. Leslie Jimenez)

3/21/2022
Welcome! Today on the Social Work Bubble, we have a special guest, Leslie Jimenez, MSW, joining us! We discuss Leslie's journey in social work including how she succeeded as a 1st generation college student to now support veterans in military social work! Leslie Jimenez in based in Portland, Oregon and is a soon-to-be Clinical Social Work Associate. She has vast experience supporting veterans with PTSD & within military social work. To follow her journey, check out Leslie on Instagram @lesliejiimenez Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:38:19

Ep. 30 Gaps in Social Work: The Impact of Infertility on Mental Health (ft. Steven J. Miller)

2/24/2022
Welcome! Today on the Social Work Bubble, we have our very first guest, Steven J. Miller! We had a great conversation about a big gap in social work education and practice - the impact of infertility on mental health. Steven holds a master's in psychology and is earning his MSW at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He also is on the Mental Health Professional Group at the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM). Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:47:20

Ep. 29 The Slippery Slope of Self-Disclosure in Social Work

2/16/2022
Today on The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we're getting into the nitty gritty of self-disclosure and what this can look like in social work, how to use it, pros and cons, and the ethics of it all! Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show

Duration:00:33:45

Ep. 28 My Year as a Social Worker in Review & 2022 Goals

1/4/2022
Happy New Year everyone & welcome The Social Work Bubble Podcast! In today's episode, we're starting off this new year reflecting on the lessons I learned from 2021 and getting some new, creative goals to improve our social work practice in 2022! Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show

Duration:00:33:45

Ep. 27 Adjusting to Work Life Post Graduation | The Social Work Bubble Podcast

12/8/2021
Welcome to The Social Work Bubble Podcast! In this episode, we go into some helpful tips for adjusting to life post-grad, and how to move through the many challenges that can come with this transitional period! Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:31:44

Ep. 26 The Dire Need for Change in Community Mental Health | The Social Work Bubble

11/24/2021
Welcome to The Social Work Bubble Podcast! In this episode, I share my takeaways & reflections on what needs to DESPERATELY change in community mental health, especially now that I've been working in private practice for a month now. Share your thoughts & perspective in the comments and FOLLOW the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:29:19

Ep. 25 A Social Worker's Frustrations with Life Coaches & Motivational Speakers

11/5/2021
Welcome to The Social Work Bubble Podcast! In this episode, I share my thoughts on life coaches and motivational speakers, including my issues and frustrations with more well known people in this area! *Please note: I think Life Coaches can be very helpful. This is NOT about all life coaches, but just the ones that behave the way I describe here. Do you have feedback, more information and resources, or just want to add to the conversation? Leave it in the comments & share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show (http://paypal.me/lauraseswanson) Support the show

Duration:00:29:26

Ep. 24 Leaving My Job For Private Practice: Burnout, Licensing, and Termination | The Social Work Bubble

10/13/2021
Welcome to The Social Work Bubble Podcast! In this episode, I share my story of why and how I left my job in outpatient mental health clinic to join a private practice in NYC. We dive into everything from my job search process, why I left community mental health, and my process in terminating with clients! Do you have feedback, more information and resources, or just want to add to the conversation? Leave it in the comments & share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: · Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thesocialworkbubble · Blog: https://thesocialworkbubble.com/blog/ · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/ · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkBub · Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialworkbub · YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKNxh8C96_tj6Jcz1FQvYTQ · Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/socialworkbub/ · Podcast:https://thesocialworkbubble.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show

Duration:00:26:34