Recent Mentions of NASW Members in the News
Parents
Main character syndrome (MCS) is a term often used to describe a mindset where individuals view themselves as the protagonist in the "story" of life, sometimes to the point of disregarding others’ experiences, says Shari B. Kaplan, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker and clinical director at Cannectd Wellness.
Psychology Today
Carolyn Karoll, LCSW-C, CEDS-C: "If you are finding this season difficult, that does not mean you are failing at recovery. It means you are human, navigating a time of year that puts intense pressure on food, bodies, and behavior."
AbC10
Much of that work has been led by the San Joaquin County Youth Justice Coalition, which has been connecting victims with services such as counseling and social work. One of those providers is Lecia Harrison, a therapist and clinical social worker with the nonprofit Be Smooth Inc., who said the type of trauma victims are experiencing requires specialized care.
New Jersey Family
How can we begin to create healthier phone habits and be more intentional about giving our kids our undivided attention? We spoke with Allison Devlin, a licensed clinical social worker…, about how to do just that.
River Journal
Gae Savino, a licensed clinical social worker and certified death, dying and loss/grief counselor, reminds us that “Grief drains energy and the holidays require energy so give yourself permission to be wherever you are in your grief and set boundaries.”
ABC10
Kimberly Warmsley, a licensed clinical social worker, chief clinician for Mary Magdalene Community Services and former Stockton vice mayor, said the trauma from the attack is still gripping the community. “Thinking of the kids whose lives were stolen due to gun violence is just so heartbreaking,” she said.
Baltimore Mayor's Office
"The transition to adulthood is difficult for anyone, but for youth who have experienced trauma and instability, the risks are even greater. When housing is uncertain, these challenges multiply," said Baltimore City Department of Social Services Director Brandi Stocksdale, LCSW-C.
WRIC
Jasmine Rose Penter, LCSW, a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker, business owner, and author, proudly announces the continued growth of her counseling, coaching, and consulting practice, Ignite, LLC, based in Eugene, Oregon.
Washington Square News
“What we’re doing is breaking down and targeting the direct practices we want students to learn,” Anne Dempsey, researcher and associate clinical professor at Silver, said. “They get to practice in a low-stakes, non-harmful environment, which reduces harm to actual clients. Because if your social worker is more anxious than you are, that could be very unsettling.”
North Carolina Health News
“Children have expressed deep anger and fear,” said Miriam Espaillat, a licensed clinical social worker. “Parents are hyper-vigilant and experiencing symptoms that can create long-term damage to physical and mental health.”