When the final “ber” months roll around, the world wraps itself in holiday cheer. Families make travel plans, calendars fill with festive gatherings, and store shelves overflow with stocking stuffers and seasonal treats. But behind the twinkle lights and snow-covered commercials, the holidays can be a stressful time. According to the American Psychological Association, 41%…
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A young single mother waits nervously outside her clinic, juggling work, childcare, and bills—and she’s just missed her appointment for food vouchers. Instead of being stuck on hold, she reschedules through an app and is instantly linked to support, without ever stepping foot in an office. The digital world has its flaws, but in social…
What compels someone to commit a violent crime—or repeatedly break the law? Is it a mental illness, unresolved childhood trauma, or something else entirely? The FBI reported that in 2017, violent crimes occurred every 24.6 seconds in the United States, including a murder every 30.5 minutes, a rape every 3.9 minutes, and a robbery every…
Statistically speaking, most social work graduates pursue social work careers. But what if you’re not like most people? We’re here to tell you that you can absolutely transform your passion for helping others and hard-earned expertise into another type of career. A social work degree is a broadly marketable credential offering highly transferrable skills to…
A social work degree is your gateway to a world of possibilities, all rooted in the shared mission of helping others tackle life’s toughest challenges. In fact, there are so many career options that narrowing down the perfect fit can feel a bit overwhelming. Don’t let that hold you back. People drawn to social work…
Why do you want to become a therapist or counselor? Is it the promise of a stable, high-paying career with room for growth? (Social workers can earn as much as $94,910 per year, while clinical and counseling psychologists earn a median annual salary of $96,100.) Or maybe it’s something more. Every session with a therapist…
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