Social Workers, Rise!

Have you ever wondered what PTSD really looks like from the inside out? In this raw and powerful solo episode of Social Workers, Rise!, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, opens up about her personal journey with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after losing her home in a devastating wildfire at just 16 years old.

Through her lived experience and clinical lens, Catherine explores:

• 🔥 The emotional aftermath of surviving a na...

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions, and as a social worker, understanding how to support clients with depression is vital. This episode of Social Workers, Rise! explores everything new social workers need to know about depression, including key symptoms, risk factors, treatment options, and how to recognize it in clients (and ourselves).

From emotional and physical symptoms to evidence-based therapeuti...

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world—and as new social workers, it’s essential to understand how to recognize it, support clients dealing with it, and manage it in ourselves.

In this episode of Social Workers, Rise!, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, breaks down everything you need to know about anxiety from a clinical and practical lens. Whether you’re in supervision, just graduated with your MSW, o...

What’s the difference between mental health and mental illness? As new social workers, understanding this distinction is crucial—not just for our clients, but for our own well-being as we step into emotionally demanding roles.

In this episode of Social Workers, Rise! Podcast, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, breaks down the definition of mental health vs. mental illness, shares current mental health statistics, and explores which pop...

In this episode of Social Workers Rise, we’re diving into a topic that every social worker needs in their toolbox: Trauma-Informed Assessments.

You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of what trauma is and how it impacts the people we serve. We’ll break down the psychosocial assessment step-by-step and explore how to apply trauma-informed principles to make the process safer, more compassionate, and more effective for clients. ...

The Social Work Interstate Compact is being promoted as a solution to licensure mobility, but is it right for YOU?

In this episode of Social Worker’s Rise!, we take a critical look at the compact and discuss its potential downsides. From concerns about ethical liability and accessibility to its impact on professional standards, we break down what social workers need to know before supporting this initiative.

In This Episode, We D...

Getting supervision at your work is just 1 way to find a clinical supervisor but this may not be the best for everyone; you do have other options.

Social Workers who are in the supervision process or are about to start the supervision process you will NEED to hear this episode. Supervision is a huge investment in your career, you need to be sure you have the best resources available to you, including your supervisor.

Thank y...

In this episode, Catherine Moore, LCSW discusses the impact of social media on mental health, focusing on warning signs to look out for in oneself and clients. She categorizes these signs into behavioral, emotional, and social aspects, providing insights into how social media can affect self-esteem, relationships, and overall well-being. Catherine also offers actionable tips for managing social media use, emphasizing the importance...

In this episode, Catherine discusses the top five high-paying careers in social work, emphasizing the importance of specialized skills, advanced degrees, and strategic career choices to maximize earning potential. She provides insights into various roles, including medical social work, clinical social work, corporate social work, school social work, and travel social work, along with tips for enhancing career prospects and salary.

In this episode of Social Workers Rise, host Catherine, LCSW discusses the top 10 social work trends for 2024, emphasizing the importance of staying ahead in the field. The conversation covers the integration of technology, trauma-informed practices, the demand for geriatric social work, and the focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Catherine also highlights the significance of workforce well-being, hybrid work models, and the...

In this episode of Social Workers RISE!, I sit down with Matt Schaefer to discuss the Social Work Interstate Compact—a game-changer for licensure portability across participating states. We break down how the compact works, its current status, and what advocacy efforts are needed to bring more states on board.

We also dive into the potential impact on mental health care access, telepractice, travel social work, and disaster respon...

In this episode of Social Workers RISE! Podcast, I explore the intricate world of hospital social work, covering the diverse roles and responsibilities that social workers hold in medical settings. I dive into the unique challenges faced in intensive care units, discuss the critical ethical considerations in end-of-life care, and share some of the complexities of working in the birthing unit.

I also highlight the importance of cul...

In this episode, I dive into the pervasive issue of burnout among social workers, sharing my personal experiences and insights. I talk about the symptoms of burnout, how it impacts both professional and personal life, and offer some strategies for managing and preventing it.

I emphasize the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and seeking support from colleagues and supervisors. My hope with this episode is to raise awaren...

In this episode of Social Workers Rise, host Catherine Moore discusses the versatility of social work careers, particularly focusing on private practice. She addresses common myths and barriers associated with starting a private practice, emphasizing the ease of seeing clients without setting up a full practice.

Catherine shares her experiences with the platform Rula, highlighting its benefits, including client choice and insuran...

In this episode, Catherine shares her personal journey into private practice and therapy, discussing her initial reluctance to become a therapist, her experiences with burnout in teletherapy, and the challenges of imposter syndrome. She highlights the importance of finding the right platforms for therapy and shares her positive experience with Rula, a platform that connects therapists with clients.

Catherine encourages listeners ...

In this episode of the Social Workers RISE! Podcast, Catherine Moore LCSW interviews Roopa Cantu LCSW, a South Asian therapist who shares her journey into private practice and her experiences with mental health within the South Asian community.

Roopa discusses the cultural dynamics, stigma, and challenges faced by individuals seeking therapy, as well as the importance of community support and understanding in overcoming these barr...

Financial Social Work. Tomika Flowers is a renowned speaker and seasoned mental health professional with over a decade of experience as a Senior Social Worker with the Department of Veteran's Affairs, Adjunct professor and group facilitator.

Specializing in transformative education, Tomika empowers individuals, groups, and organizations by addressing financial literacy, mindset shifts, and practical self-care strategies. Through ...

In this episode of Social Workers RISE!, host Catherine speaks with Jessica J. Mitchell about the critical intersection of social work and politics. They discuss the importance of political engagement for social workers, the various ways to get involved in political action, and the steps necessary for those interested in running for office.

Jessica emphasizes the need for social workers to advocate for policy changes that affect...

This epsiode with Jennifer Travers, MSW of CHEP talks about versatile the MSW degree is (even without a clinical license), who benefits from tansitional housing, and simple ways you can gain valuable experience if you are interested in pursuing this as a career path.

Jennifer has been in the field for 16 years and during this time has done several different jobs from case management, to program management to run court ordered ...