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EPISODE · Mar 14, 2026 · 33 MIN

Advice for Social Workers Who Want to Become Therapists

from Social Work HQ Podcast · host Mandy Wilcox

If you're thinking about becoming a therapist as a social worker, there are a few things you should understand before choosing this career path.In this interview, I speak with a therapist about what the job is actually like — including the realities of the work, common misconceptions about therapy, and what social work students should know before pursuing this path.Many social workers assume therapy is the most common or most financially rewarding option in the field, but the day-to-day work, expectations, and challenges may not be what people expect.If you're considering becoming a therapist or exploring different social work career paths, this conversation can help you better understand what the role really involves.Watch the full interview to learn more about:• What therapists actually do day to day• Skills needed to become a therapist• Challenges therapists face in the field• Advice for social work students considering therapyFree Social Work Interview Guide + Career Resources:https://stan.store/Mandy-Wilcox-LCSWSubscribe for more interviews with social workers across different specialties and career paths.#socialwork #therapist #mentalhealthcareers #msw #socialworker

If you're thinking about becoming a therapist as a social worker, there are a few things you should understand before choosing this career path.In this interview, I speak with a therapist about what the job is actually like — including the realities of the work, common misconceptions about therapy, and what social work students should know before pursuing this path.Many social workers assume therapy is the most common or most financially rewarding option in the field, but the day-to-day work, expectations, and challenges may not be what people expect.If you're considering becoming a therapist or exploring different social work career paths, this conversation can help you better understand what the role really involves.Watch the full interview to learn more about:• What therapists actually do day to day• Skills needed to become a therapist• Challenges therapists face in the field• Advice for social work students considering therapyFree Social Work Interview Guide + Career Resources:https://stan.store/Mandy-Wilcox-LCSWSubscribe for more interviews with social workers across different specialties and career paths.#socialwork #therapist #mentalhealthcareers #msw #socialworker

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