Social Workers, Rise!

Childhood Grief: How Social Workers Can Support Children and Families

In this episode of Social Workers Rise, licensed clinical social worker and grief expert Anitra J. Green shares practical strategies for helping children navigate grief a

Helping Veterans Heal: PTSD Recovery Through Music and Social Work

In this episode of Social Workers Rise, Marine Corps veteran and social work student Dennis Lester shares how the power of music is helping veterans heal from PTSD. As a

Beyond the Field: Social Work Careers in Professional Football

Did you know social workers are making an impact in the NFL? In this episode, we explore the growing field of sports social work and what it's really like to support prof

Protect Your Career: Social Media Do's and Don'ts for Social Workers

Social media can be a powerful tool for networking, education, and advocacy—but one post, comment, or direct message can create ethical concerns and professional liabilit

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

Advice for New Social Work Graduates Starting a Career in 2026

Graduating with your social work degree is a huge accomplishment but it can also feel overwhelming. Between job applications, uncertainty about the future, and the emotio

A Day in the Life of a Social Worker in Assisted Living

What does a typical day look like for a Social Worker working in assisted living? This episode walks you through the daily duties, responsibilities, challenges, and perks

Post-COVID Mental Health: Impact on Youth

In this episode, we explore what clinicians are seeing across age groups in the aftermath of COVID-19 and how prolonged disruption has reshaped mental health, especially

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 ge

What I Wish I Knew as a New Social Worker About Finding the Right Job

Starting your career in social work can feel overwhelming. With so many paths available—medical social work, schools, nonprofits, private practice, community mental healt

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

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

Clinical Supervision, Income Streams & Generational Wealth in Social Work

In this joint episode with Bas Moreno, host of Social Work Rants, we have a real and honest conversation about the challenges happening in clinical supervision right now

You Need Experience to Get Experience: Real Strategies for Early-Career Social Workers

“You need experience to get hired… but you need a job to get experience.” If you’re an early-career social worker, MSW student, or associate clinician, this frustrating c

5 Ways to Overcome Communication Challenges in your Internship

Does your internship feel chaotic, confusing, or overwhelming? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, we break down common communication

Social Work Salary Transparency

Talking about what Social Work Salaries actually looks like in this profession. This is a collaborative podcast with the hosts of Social Work to Wealth. Between Catherine

What's a Palliative Social Worker? | Medical Social Work Skills, Salary & Insights for New MSWs

In this episode, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, breaks down what it means to be a Palliative Care Social Worker — a role focused on enhancing quality of life for patients wi

Hospice Social Work Explained | Skills, Salary, and Stories for New MSWs

In this episode, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, shares her personal journey as a hospice social worker, including the story of her first hospice patient and the lessons she

How Fitness Reduces Stress and Boosts Mental Health | Stress Management Tips for Busy Professionals

In this episode, I sit down with fitness coach Anthony Briseno to talk about how movement can truly transform your mental health. Whether you’re a social worker, therapis

Why Is Compassion Fatigue Called the ‘Common Cold’ of Helping Professionals?

Compassion fatigue — it’s called the “common cold” of helping professionals for a reason. In this episode, we dive into the signs and symptoms every social worker shoul