Social Workers, Rise!

By Catherine Moore, LCSW

We will talk everything social work, on every level from micro to macro. We will hear the stories of social workers who are doing big things, learn new skills, and most importantly, give you actionabl... more

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Number 1: Social Work Is No Longer a "Professional Degree": How This Impacts You
Social Work is no longer considered a "professional degree" by the Department of Education. In this episode, Catherine Moore, LCSW will break down what these changes mean for current and future social workers, including the potential impact on affordability, workforce shortages, and access to social work education. We discuss:The new federal student loan limits for social work studentsWhy BSW and MSW education are not equivalent when it comes to licensure and independent practiceHow these changes may disproportionately affect low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented studentsThe potential effects on workforce shortages, caseloads, and access to servicesWhether these changes could increase demand and pay for social workers—or lead to the hiring of less-qualified professionalsNASW's response and current advocacy efforts As the demand for mental health and social services continues to grow, these policy changes could have long-term consequences for the profession and the communities we serve. If you're a social work student, associate, licensed social worker, educator, or supervisor, this is an important conversation you won't want to miss. Review and sign the petition here. ____________________________________⁠ Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List⁠ Tap Here⁠ to shop career courses for Social Workers. ____________________________________ Thank you to our SPONSORS HPSO Professional liability insurance designed for healthcare providers RISE Directory for Clinical Supervision
May 31, 202614min
Number 2: Social Work vs. Therapy-Focused Degrees: The Identity Crisis No One Is Talking About
If you’ve ever wondered, “What actually makes social work different from other therapy degrees?”—this episode is for you. Somewhere along the way, social work started getting reduced to “just therapy.” And while social workers can provide therapy, that’s only a fraction of what we’re trained to do. In this episode, we’re breaking down the real differences between a Social Work degree (MSW) and therapy-focused degrees, and why this confusion is contributing to a growing professional identity crisis within the field. More importantly, we’re talking about what’s at stake if social workers don’t start clearly defining—and owning—their unique role. NASW Code of ethics- 5.1 Social Workers' Ethical Responsibilities to the Social Work Profession- Integrity to the profession Here. Advocacy Letter Against Social Work Here. ⁠Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List ⁠Tap Here⁠ to shop career courses for Social Workers. ____________________________________ Thank you to our SPONSORS HPSO Professional liability insurance designed for healthcare providers RISE Directory for Clinical Supervision
March 23, 202625min
Number 3: Top 3 Social Work Problems of 2026
We are talking with Marya Wright, DSW MSW BSW, about the challenges plaguing the Social Work industry, demanding more from NASW, her Future Vision, and talking about why she is so passionate about being elected as the next NASW-CA President Elect. Contact Dr. Wright here: Support@MaryaWrightConsulting linktr.ee/maryawrightconsulting ____________________________________ ⁠Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List ⁠Tap Here⁠ to shop career courses for Social Workers. ____________________________________ Thank you to our SPONSORS HPSO Professional liability insurance designed for healthcare providers RISE Directory for Clinical Supervision
March 01, 202632min
Number 4: You Don’t Have to Advocate for Everything: Focused Impact Without Burnout
There’s a growing pressure in our field to speak on every issue, respond to every crisis, and carry the weight of the world. And if we’re not careful, that pressure turns into overwhelm, exhaustion, and burnout. In this episode, I’m giving you permission to step back. We’re talking about the emotional cost of constant advocacy, how chronic outrage impacts your nervous system, and why trying to care about everything can actually dilute your impact. You don’t have to be the loudest voice in every room to be effective. You don’t have to respond to every headline to be committed to social justice. We’ll break down how to understand your capacity, clarify your focus, and engage strategically — so your advocacy is sustainable, aligned, and powerful. This is about protecting your energy. This is about choosing focus over noise. This is about staying called — not overwhelmed. Social workers, you can care deeply without carrying everything. _____________________________________ ⁠Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List Tap Here to shop the Rising Clinical Supervisor Log ____________________________________ Thank you to our SPONSORS HPSO Professional liability insurance designed for healthcare providers RISE Directory for Clinical Supervision
February 23, 202623min
Number 5: 202. Understanding Depression: What Every New Social Worker Should Know
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’tPrevalence rates and who is most at riskCommon symptoms of depressionEffective treatment options and when to referHow social workers can support clients with depression 🎧 Listen now and share with fellow social workers! ____________________________________ ⁠Tap Here to Subscribe⁠ to the Social Workers, Rise! Email Resource List ⁠Tap Here⁠ to shop career courses for Social Workers. ____________________________________ Thank you to our SPONSORS RISE Directory for Clinical Supervision
June 17, 202523min