Are you a social worker looking to build financial freedom beyond the 9-5?

💸 In this inspiring episode of Social Workers, Rise! Catherine Moore, LCSW, chats with Bas Moreno—Financial social worker, podcaster, Zumba instructor, author, and speaker—about how he’s successfully built multiple streams of income while staying true to his mission of service.

You’ll discover:

- How to maximize your skills to generate income outside of your day job

- The power of becoming an author, speaker, and content creator

- How podcasting opened doors to networking and visibility

- Why Bas added “Zumba instructor” to his income mix

- Pro tips for using LinkedIn and Instagram to network

- Why financial coaching is essential for every family—and how Bas teaches it

Whether you're just starting out or ready to expand your impact (and income), this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-life strategies to help you think big and earn bigger—without burning out.

👉 Tune in now and learn how to diversify your income with purpose!

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 natural disaster

• 🧠 What PTSD really is—plus how it's different from acute stress reactions and complex PTSD

• 😔 Why not everyone develops PTSD from the same traumatic event

• 👀 How symptoms like flashbacks, panic attacks, and avoidance can show up

• ⚡ The critical difference between empathy and unhelpful comparisons

• 💡 Effective trauma treatment options including EMDR, TF-CBT, mindfulness, and more

• 🎯 Why social workers, women, BIPOC, and helping professionals are at higher risk for PTSD

Whether you're a social worker, student, or survivor, this episode will deepen your understanding of trauma and provide insight into how to support yourself and others with compassion.

✨ Bonus: Catherine shares a powerful resource to help new and emerging clinical social workers feel more confident in their skills—her Clinical Essentials for the Future Therapist course.

🎧 Press play to learn, reflect, and rise with us.

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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 therapeutic interventions, you’ll learn how to address depression through a holistic and trauma-informed lens.

🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What depression is and what it isn’t
• Prevalence rates and who is most at risk
• Common symptoms of depression

• Effective treatment options and when to refer

• How social workers can support clients with depression

🎧 Listen now and share with fellow social workers!

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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, or supporting high-risk populations, this episode is for you.

🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What anxiety is—and what it isn’t

Prevalence stats you should know as a clinician

Who is most at risk for anxiety disorders

Common emotional, physical, and behavioral symptoms

Effective treatment options (including therapy, medication, and holistic supports)

Whether you’re in a hospital, school, or private practice setting, this episode gives you real-world tools to improve your skills as a trauma-informed social worker.

🎧 Hit play and feel more prepared to work with clients experiencing anxiety.

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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 populations are at the highest risk. You'll also learn how to recognize signs of a mental health problem, both in your clients and yourself, and explore evidence-based treatment options.

Whether you’re in clinical supervision, preparing for licensure, or starting your first job after earning your MSW, this episode will help you build a strong foundation in mental health literacy.

💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

-The key difference between mental health and mental illness

-Mental health prevalence rates you need to know

-High-risk populations every social worker should understand

-Common symptoms of mental health concerns

-Treatment options and how social workers play a vital role in access and advocacy.

✨ Subscribe, rate, and share with a fellow social worker!

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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. Whether you’re a student, new in the field, or a seasoned professional, this episode will help you sharpen your assessment skills and enhance your practice.

I’ll also be sharing some go-to resources you can use right away to support your trauma-informed work. Tune in and let’s grow together!

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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 Discuss:

✔️ What the Social Work Interstate Compact is and how it works

✔️ The biggest concerns and challenges social workers may face

About our guest:

Lequita Brooks, LCSW, MSW is the Owner of The Social Work Incubator®️ and Author of the Social Work Career Mapping©️ curriculum. She uses her voice and love for writing editorials, blog posts, and social media content to bring awareness to social work licensing standards, career mapping for social work students, and income diversification for therapists. Lequita’s mantra is you can make money and make a difference.

Links from the show:

⁠The Social Work Incubator®️⁠

⁠LinkedIn⁠

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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 Discuss:

✔️ What the Social Work Interstate Compact is and how it works

✔️ The biggest concerns and challenges social workers may face

About our guest:

Lequita Brooks, LCSW, MSW is the Owner of The Social Work Incubator®️ and Author of the Social Work Career Mapping©️ curriculum. She uses her voice and love for writing editorials, blog posts, and social media content to bring awareness to social work licensing standards, career mapping for social work students, and income diversification for therapists. Lequita’s mantra is you can make money and make a difference.

Links from the show:

The Social Work Incubator®️

LinkedIn

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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 you to our podcast sponsor, RISE Directory. Find a Clinical Supervisor near you today www.RISEDirectory.com

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 of setting intentions, boundaries, and taking breaks.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Social Media's Impact on Mental Health

03:24 Behavioral Warning Signs of Social Media Use

07:43 Emotional Warning Signs of Social Media Use

10:08 Social Warning Signs of Social Media Use

15:53 Actionable Advice for Managing Social Media Use

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