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Social Worker's Break Room

by Treehouse Sound Inc. · English · Tech & Science

A safe space where we talk about all the unspoken truths of social work and beyond!

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 33 min
Latest: 2 Apr 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

2 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

Social Work Licensing: Our Experiences With the LMSW and LCSW Exams

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we share our personal experiences taking the LMSW and LCSW exams, including what surprised us, what challenged us, and what helped us succeed. We offer practical tips, study strategies, and real talk to support you as you prepare for your own licensing prep. Whether you're just starting or getting ready to test, this episode is here to guide and encourage you. Support the show

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S4 · E1 · 6 Mar 2025 · 33 min
We Are Back! (and better than ever because of work/life balance)
Send us Fan Mail Have you missed us? We’ve missed you. We’re excited to share some life updates that hopefully not only give you a glimpse into what we’ve been up to but also give you some actionable ways to help you find balance. Support the show
S3 · E8 · 21 Jul 2022 · 52 min
Diet Culture and Other Intersections of Social Work and Nutrition
Send us Fan Mail Social workers have a number of intersections that we may commonly think of when it comes to nutrition or diet like eating disorders but there are a number of different ways social workers can positively, or negatively, impact someone’s health and wellbeing when it comes to food. In this episode, we tackle some common questions and perceptions about this relationship so social workers can have a better, more ethical impact on this growing topic of interest and understanding. ...
S3 · E7 · 9 Jun 2022 · 55 min
Sex Therapy: What social workers should know
Send us Fan Mail What exactly is sex therapy and why is it helpful? In this week’s episode we interview Jennifer Monninger, LCSW and AASECT certified sex therapist, to explore how sex is connected to much of the work of social workers and their clients. Support the show
S3 · E6 · 26 May 2022 · 37 min
Balancing Career Growth And Love: Can we do both successfully?
Send us Fan Mail Working on your professional growth often comes with many sacrifices, limited time with friends and family, hobbies often get tossed to the side, and the word “busy” becomes part of our daily vocabulary. In this episode, we share a few things we have learned along the way on relationships and professional growth, is it possible to have both? Support the show
S3 · E5 · 12 May 2022 · 26 min
Travel Social Work: How to see and serve across the country
Send us Fan Mail Did you know that social work has a component like travel nursing? Listen to this episode to understand more about how the field of travel social work functions and how to get involved. Support the show
S3 · E4 · 14 Apr 2022 · 44 min
Art and Creativity in Social Work: Making magic happen in the classroom and the field
Send us Fan Mail Creative and expressive arts can be therapeutic and help promote learning and overall wellbeing. In this week’s episode, we chat with a Licensed Social Worker on how to implement creative and innovative experiences in our professional development and with our clients. Support the show
S3 · E3 · 31 Mar 2022 · 23 min
Special Episode: Journalism around the world, cultural implications of podcasts and broadcasting
Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, we were invited to a conversation via Zoom to speak with journalists from around the world to help them understand a little bit about podcasting as a media platform, how we got started, and for them to share with us their experiences with journalism and media in the new millennium. Support the show
S3 · E2 · 10 Mar 2022 · 45 min
Clinical Social Work: Tips and Tricks on How to Get Your LCSW
Send us Fan Mail Having an LCSW is one of the most transformational things you can do for your career in social work but it's complicated and can seem out of reach for many. Hear from Jennifer, a LCSW and clinical supervisor, on what the journey looks like and how to make it as painless as possible. Support the show
S3 · E1 · 24 Feb 2022 · 37 min
Global Social Work: The cultures and roles of social workers around the world
Send us Fan Mail What does social work look like around the world? What roles can we play as helping professionals in different countries? Join as we explore what it means to be a global social worker with Stacy Moreno. Support the show
S2 · E16 · 4 Nov 2021 · 25 min
Ask Us Anything: An Instagram AMA With Imelda And Jennifer, Part 2
Send us Fan Mail What would you want to know about if you could ask us anything? We left it open, and you responded! Listen to answers about licensure, improving the field (including the scary U word), and how to cope with a hard job. Support the show
S2 · E15 · 21 Oct 2021 · 24 min
Ask Us Anything: An Instagram AMA with Imelda and Jennifer
Send us Fan Mail What would you want to know about if you could ask us anything? We left it open, and you responded! Listen to hear stories of our early career, social work in Costa Rica and Amsterdam, and the difference between counseling and social work. Support the show
S2 · E14 · 7 Oct 2021 · 37 min
The Episode for Social Work Students: 2021 Edition
Send us Fan Mail The school year is back in session and this time, with a lot less COVID and a lot more normal. Hear from your favorite social work professors as they give 5 tips to getting the most out of this school year. Support the show
S2 · E13 · 9 Sep 2021 · 25 min
10 Dos and Don'ts of Social Media for Social Service Professionals
Send us Fan Mail We live in a digital world and whether we like it or not, our behavior online is often a reflection of how we live IRL. In this episode we share some tips we have learned along the way, both for our personal use of social media but also to set healthy boundaries when working with the community. Resources: https://socialworklicensure.org/articles/social-media-social-work/ Do you like our content? You can support by buying us a coffee! https://www.buym...
S2 · E12 · 26 Aug 2021 · 30 min
Well Staffed and Well Paid: How to Negotiate Raises and FTEs
Send us Fan Mail Social service agencies are notorious for underpaying and overworking their staff, here are some tips to get what you and your peers deserve. Resources: Career check up questions Support the show
S2 · E11 · 12 Aug 2021 · 26 min
Contracts and Consulting: How do I start?
Send us Fan Mail One of our most commonly asked questions is: How do I get into consulting or how did you get those contracts? Find out more today on how and where to get started in this field of social work. Support the show
S2 · E10 · 29 Jul 2021 · 33 min
One Year Anniversary! Recap of our most popular episodes
Send us Fan Mail SWBR is one year old and we are so thankful for your support! We want to celebrate this first year with you by doing a compilation of our most popular episodes! If you are fairly new to listening, this will be a great way to check out our most popular content. Support the show
S2 · E9 · 15 Jul 2021 · 27 min
EMDR: What is it and how does it work?
Send us Fan Mail We’ve all probably heard something about EMDR, whether it be that it's the ‘gold standard’ or that it's really expensive. Today we break it down and answer the important questions about what EMDR is and how it works. Support the show
S2 · E8 · 3 Jun 2021 · 17 min
Prevention Programs: Creating long lasting impact in communities
Send us Fan Mail In our profession, we often box ourselves as either clinical or macro social workers, as if these were mutually exclusive. But what If we tell you today, that effective social workers should be a mix of both? In this episode, we talk about the importance of addressing social issues from the source and how prevention programs create sustainable change. Support the show
S2 · E7 · 20 May 2021 · 48 min
New Graduates Survival Guide
Send us Fan Mail You turned in your last research paper, received your final grades, walked with your class (or virtual) to receive your well deserved degree, and celebrated with loved ones… But now what? Venturing out in the SW field as a new professional can be intimidating and a bit stressful, here we share with you some tips that have helped us along the way. Support the show
S2 · E6 · 6 May 2021 · 42 min
How to Totally Ace Your LMSW Exam
Send us Fan Mail Passing the LMSW exam can be a critical step in advancing your career, on this episode we walk through study tips, understanding the exam, and two helpful acronyms to unpack some of the situational questions. Support the show
S2 · E5 · 22 Apr 2021 · 29 min
Women’s Mental Health and the PMHC
Send us Fan Mail Do you have the privilege or an interest in working with the women’s health population? This episode is for you! On this episode we cover the statistics, differential diagnosis, screening and what is and how do you get the PMHC credential. Support the show
S2 · E4 · 8 Apr 2021 · 33 min
10 Tips for Successful Fundraising
Send us Fan Mail 2020 was a challenging year for all, including the social and nonprofit sector. Fundraising strategies had to be reimagined, reorganized, and reinvented. We have learned a lot in a short period of time, and in this episode we share with you our top 10 tips and ideas to kick off and grow your fundraising efforts. Support the show
S2 · E3 · 25 Mar 2021 · 27 min
An Easy Depression Busting Skill for You and Clients
Send us Fan Mail When we or our clients get depressed or anxious, we often stop doing things that we enjoy. In this episode, we go over a depression reducing intervention to start the cycle of positive activities. Support the show
S2 · E2 · 11 Mar 2021 · 37 min
Transitioning from Clinical to Macro SW: Where can I start?
Send us Fan Mail One of the best things about Social Work is the flexibility and wide range of fields we can be a part of, especially since our skills are transferable and adaptable to new practices. If you are looking to make the jump from clinical to macro, here are five tips that might help for a smooth transition. Support the show
S2 · E1 · 25 Feb 2021 · 24 min
How to Choose the Best Trainings and CEUs
Send us Fan Mail We all have to get CEUs and have a commitment to continued learning, but how do you choose between the $50 and $500 training? Which ones will benefit you the most in the long run? What is certification and why is it important? All these questions and more are answered in this episode. Support the show
S1 · E13 · 31 Dec 2020 · 24 min
2020 Season One Finale: Dumpster fire edition
Send us Fan Mail We know that 2020 has been a very different year and it has been made better by fabulous listeners like YOU. Some of those differences may be here to stay so in this episode we highlight some of the successes and challenges we’ve seen in 2020. Support the show
S1 · E12 · 10 Dec 2020 · 18 min
How To Have Yourself (and your clients) A Merry Little Holiday
Send us Fan Mail Like many of us, you are also probably ready to say goodbye to 2020, but we still have a holiday season to survive. Here are some ways to take care of yourself and your clients in this season of giving and receiving. Support the show
S1 · E11 · 12 Nov 2020 · 41 min
3 Easy Stress Management Techniques For Your Daily Life
Send us Fan Mail We know that 2020 has been stressful and with the election and COVID, we figured everyone could use a few new ways to manage stress. On this episode we share some of our favorite grounding and anxiety management techniques that we use with ourselves, our friends, and our clients. Support the show
S1 · E10 · 29 Oct 2020 · 32 min
Activism and Advocacy: Where can I start?
Send us Fan Mail The social work profession is evolving, growing, and slowly but surely going back to its roots of activism and advocacy. Even in our roles as clinicians and micro practitioners, advocating for justice and equal rights for the people we serve should be at the top of our list. Words like activism and advocacy can feel overwhelming, especially when our plate is already full. The key is to find something that works for you and identify areas where you feel your skills and k...

About Social Worker's Break Room

A safe space where we talk about all the unspoken truths of social work and beyond!

Social Worker's Break Room is a English tech & science podcast from Treehouse Sound Inc.. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Treehouse Sound Inc.
Language: English
Category: Tech & Science
New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 33 min
Latest episode: 2 Apr 2026
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