Meditation and Gratitude: Why are they important? How do we implement them into our daily routine? Today we are covering the benefits of meditation and gratitude, how you can utilize them, and why we as social workers need to make sure we're ta

Part 1 of Social Work Month 2021

Mar 7th, 2021 20m 1s

Happy Social Work month to all my fellow social workers and social work students! Today we are uncovering and discussing common myths about social workers, the field, and the profession. I'm excited to dive deep into these with you and offer so

My Work As a Child and Family Therapist

Nov 9th, 2020 20m 31s

Here is a general overview of what it is like to be a community-based child and family therapist! Due to confidentiality I did not go into specific cases, but gave an idea of what my day to day work looks like. Thank you!--- Support this po

Episode 2: Texas, What Are You Doing? Part 1

Oct 24th, 2020 23m 29s

Texas legislation recently changed the Code of Conduct, which allows social workers to refuse services to people of the LGBTQ+ community. This has caused a major uproar in the field of social work, and it needs to be talked about. Join me as I

How Are You, Really?

Oct 16th, 2020 12m 36s

How are you really doing? And it’s ok if you don’t say “fine” or “good” or great! Let’s talk about what’s going on in the world, validate yours feelings of uncertainty, and address ways to combat some stress --- Support this podcast: https:

Episode 11: Imposter Syndrome

Sep 4th, 2020 12m 2s

Have you ever felt like you're a phony? That you don't know what you're doing and you'll be figured out by your peers and colleagues? That is what experts call Imposter Syndrome. In this episode, we dive into the definition and types of imposte

Does Your Social Media Dictate Your Professionalism?

Aug 11th, 2020 18m 51s

Does your social media dictate if you're truly "professional"? Listen in as I discuss a recent study that says otherwise, and why it caused an uproar. I'm always down to listen to other peoples' take on it, so find me on Instagram at @the.socia

Episode 9: It's Been a Minute, Let's chat

Jul 24th, 2020 15m 30s

Why does it feel like the world will NOT slow down? The last few months are crazy, so I wanted to catch up and let you all know what I've been up to! I also remind everyone to take care of themselves mentally and emotionally during such a whirl

Episode 8: Mental Health Awareness Month Guest

May 7th, 2020 25m 49s

Welcome to Episode 8 of The Social Work Student! I had the pleasure of interviewing Emily Lebaron, a fellow social work student and mental health advocate. She has her own clothing line on Etsy called "Therapy is for Everyone". We discuss schoo

Episode 7: 20 Lessons I've Learned as a Young Social Worker

Apr 29th, 2020 11m 7s

Hey everyone! Welcome back to the Social Work Student! In today's episode, I talk about the lessons I've learned being a new social worker. In the three years I've been practicing, I've learned quite a bit, and wanted to share them with you in

Episode 6: What you DONT need to do during a global pandemic

Apr 6th, 2020 7m 40s

The news is exhausting, going outside is considered dangerous, and you can’t hug your loved ones. Too many people try telling you what you should be doing, but I’m here to tell you what you DONT need to do. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast:

Episode 5-Social Work Month!

Mar 9th, 2020 23m 18s

Happy Social Work Month everyone! Did you know that social workers hold 700,000 jobs in the United States alone? Today I interviewed 1 of those 700,00”. I interviewed Kylie Oversen, a graduate from University of North Dakota who went on to have

Episode 4- Burnout and self care

Feb 25th, 2020 9m 52s

Welcome back! It’s been a minute, but I’m offering TWO episodes in one week! Today we are talking about compassion fatigue, burnout, and self care. It’s so critical we talk about this, especially in the field of social work. I hope you enjoy!

Episode 3- How to study for your licensing exam!

Feb 7th, 2020 12m 58s

Welcome back to The Social Work Student! After a week of technological complications I’m back! In this episode we will talk about tips and tricks to help prepare you for your licensing exam! Follow me on Instagram for more information at @the.s

Episode 2 REBOOT

Jan 27th, 2020 17m 15s

Hey everyone! Welcome to Episode 2 Reboot! I wanted to go more into my story of why I wanted to go into social work and why I felt this was my calling, while also talking about graduate school. Head over to my Instagram page for updates, new ep

Episode 2-WHY GRADUATE SCHOOL?

Jan 20th, 2020 9m 14s

Here is a short synopsis of what you can expect when deciding to go to graduate school. I give personal testimonies to what my program looked like and how it differs from others. I kept it short, sweet, and to the point in order to give a gener

Episode 1-What is the Social Work Student?

Jan 17th, 2020 8m 34s

Welcome to my first ever PODCAST! This is "The Social Work Student", a podcast to shed some positivity in the field of social work while also bearing down the truth about what we can endure. Although this podcast will focus mainly on social wor

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