The Social Work Bubble Podcast

Ep. 102 Why & How I Became a Social Worker

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/879451/fan_mail/new] On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I share my personal social work journey, including why I entered social work, changing my major from nursing to human services, and what ultimately led me to being a therapist in private practice. If you're considering social work, questioning your path, or anything in between, this episode can offer insight into my own journey & how I decided to move on particular paths.  Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community, highlight social work voices, and shed light on the variety that social work offers. Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work! If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: * The Social Work Neighborhood Mentorship: [https://www.socialworkneighborhood.org/] Want to mentor another social worker? Or do you need a social work mentor? Join The Social Work Neighborhood! (Free social work mentorship)  * Follow the podcast on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/] * Need a NY Therapist? Work with Me! [https://www.innercompasspllc.com/get-started] Support the show [https://account.venmo.com/u/socialworkbub]

Ep. 101 6 Grounding Exercises to Prevent Burnout!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/879451/fan_mail/new] On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I use the Anti-Burnout Card Deck to walk you through six different prompts yo can use to ground, prevent burnout, empathize with clients, and get through tough workdays. This is a great episode to put on during your work day, and I share my own experiences and reactions to the prompts. Enjoy! * The Anti Burnout Card Deck [https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/anti-burnout-card-deck-54-mindfulness-and-compassion-practices-to-refresh-your-clinical-work/20349160/item/35596927/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_new_condition_books_high_14637440387&utm_adgroup=&utm_term=&utm_content=545822004371&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14637440387&gbraid=0AAAAADwY45if-T6hzui9_ktLvBTJJsTik&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtfXMBhDzARIsAJ0jp3AM2BF_Ie3D35T5DA0AKx2Bkpa1pOeROHRJpDmEBnXXfFMTHX5PldQaAs6lEALw_wcB#idiq=35596927&edition=21678297] Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community, highlight social work voices, and shed light on the variety that social work offers. Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work! If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: * The Social Work Neighborhood Mentorship: [https://www.socialworkneighborhood.org/] Want to mentor another social worker? Or do you need a social work mentor? Join The Social Work Neighborhood! (Free social work mentorship)  * Follow the podcast on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/] * Need a NY Therapist? Work with Me! [https://www.innercompasspllc.com/get-started] Support the show [https://account.venmo.com/u/socialworkbub]

Ep. 100 Top Lessons I've Learned 6 Years a Therapist

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/879451/fan_mail/new] On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are celebrating the 100th podcast episode with a breakdown of the biggest lessons I've learned in my first 6 years as a therapist & social worker! The highs, the lows, these are my takeaways from these 6 years of work! Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community, highlight social work voices, and shed light on the variety that social work offers. Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work! If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: * The Social Work Neighborhood Mentorship: [https://www.socialworkneighborhood.org/] Want to mentor another social worker? Or do you need a social work mentor? Join The Social Work Neighborhood! (Free social work mentorship)  * Follow the podcast on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/] * Need a NY Therapist? Work with Me! [https://www.innercompasspllc.com/get-started] Support the show [https://account.venmo.com/u/socialworkbub]

Ep. 99 Stepping Up to Nonprofit Leadership! ft. Kathy Archer

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/879451/fan_mail/new] On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I speak with Kathy Archer, an incredible coach for women leaders in the nonprofit world! Kathy gives great insight on leadership, her observations on how people struggle to step into leadership, being authentic, and more! An important conversation for any social workers wanting to progress their career! Kathy Archer If leadership feels heavy and lonely, you're not alone. Leadership coach Kathy Archer helps nonprofit women leaders stop drowning in work, doubting themselves, and carrying it all alone. After 25 years as a nonprofit leader, burnout forced her to figure out a better way, and now she helps you do the same. She's the author of Character Driven Leadership for Women and Mastering Confidence. Connect with her at kathyarcher.com [http://kathyarcher.com/]or tune into her podcast, Surviving to Thriving. * Website: https://www.kathyarcher.com/ [https://www.kathyarcher.com/] * Book: Character Driven Leadership for Women [https://www.kathyarcher.com/character-driven-leadership-book.html] * Book: Mastering Confidence [https://www.kathyarcher.com/mastering-confidence.html] Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community, highlight social work voices, and shed light on the variety that social work offers. Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work! If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: * The Social Work Neighborhood Mentorship: [https://www.socialworkneighborhood.org/] Want to mentor another social worker? Or do you need a social work mentor? Join The Social Work Neighborhood! (Free social work mentorship)  * Follow the podcast on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/] * Need a NY Therapist? Work with Me! [https://www.innercompasspllc.com/get-started] Support the show [https://account.venmo.com/u/socialworkbub]

Ep. 98 Making Money & Other Social Work Myths ft. with Jenna Rodjenski, LCSW

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/879451/fan_mail/new] On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I speak with Jenna Rodjenski, a social worker and group practice founder & owner from Philadelphia! Jenna sheds light on how she challenged some beliefs about social work, making money in social work, being firm with boundaries & what it can look like to really thrive in this work! An empowering conversation that left me with an excitement for social work & a refreshed perspective on what my own work life balance can look like. Jenna Rodjenski, LCSW, is a therapist, End of Life Doula, and co-founder of Take Care Collective - a growing mental health collective based out of Philadelphia and Baltimore. Take Care promotes mental wellness through individual therapy, community events, professional development, and retreats. Jenna earned her BSW and MSW from Fordham University and began her career in community mental health before transitioning into private practice. She is a strong advocate for sustainability and balance in the work we do, advocating for change and development rooted in collective care and creativity. To follow Jenna and Take Care Collective visit www.takecarecollective.org [http://www.takecarecollective.org/] or follow us on IG @takecarecltv.  Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community, highlight social work voices, and shed light on the variety that social work offers. Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work! If you enjoyed today's episode, please 'like' and follow the podcast wherever you're listening! Don't forget to share The Social Work Bubble Podcast with your social worker friends! For More Things Social Work & Therapy: * The Social Work Neighborhood Mentorship: [https://www.socialworkneighborhood.org/] Want to mentor another social worker? Or do you need a social work mentor? Join The Social Work Neighborhood! (Free social work mentorship)  * Follow the podcast on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/socialworkbub/] * Need a Therapist? Work with Me! [https://www.innercompasspllc.com/get-started] Support the show [https://account.venmo.com/u/socialworkbub]