From Columbia University to Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Erica Stewart, LCSW, didn’t just pass her exam—she rewrote the narrative for bilingual, first-generation social workers everywhere.

She came to me emotionally drained, balancing two full-time jobs, raising a toddler and a college-aged child, caring for her mother and a sick dog—all while fighting through burnout, test anxiety, and self-doubt.

But behind every setback was a woman who refused to stay down.

She followed her customized study plan, took breaks when life hit hard, leaned on coaching, and trusted her inner knowing.

🧠 Her Columbia degree didn’t make the exam easier.

💥 Her resilience did.

Now she holds the title LCSW, and no one can take that from her.

Erica, you are living proof that your past struggles do not disqualify you—they prepare you to lead.

And to every social worker who feels like giving up—this is your reminder that your breakthrough might be one brave decision away.