EPISODE · Apr 24, 2026 · 40 MIN
She Specializes in Grief Therapy… Here’s What She Sees Every Day
from Social Work HQ Podcast · host Mandy Wilcox
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to be a therapist—or what goes on behind the scenes in private practice—this episode gives you a real, honest look.In this episode of Social Work HQ, I sit down with a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in grief therapy, including pet loss and complex grief.We talk about:What a day in the life of a therapist actually looks likeThe emotional reality of working with grief and lossWhy burnout happens in therapy rolesThe importance of boundaries and self-careHow therapists build real connections with clientsThe truth about income and flexibility in private practiceWe also dive into the human side of therapy—what actually helps clients, what doesn’t, and why connection matters more than any technique.If you’re considering becoming a therapist or want to better understand the field of social work, this episode will give you a much clearer picture of what to expect.🎧 Subscribe for more real conversations about social work careers. If you would like some tools to help you in your search for social work jobs, find those at this link: https://stan.store/Mandy-Wilcox-LCSW#socialwork #therapy #mentalhealth
What this episode covers
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to be a therapist—or what goes on behind the scenes in private practice—this episode gives you a real, honest look.In this episode of Social Work HQ, I sit down with a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in grief therapy, including pet loss and complex grief.We talk about:What a day in the life of a therapist actually looks likeThe emotional reality of working with grief and lossWhy burnout happens in therapy rolesThe importance of boundaries and self-careHow therapists build real connections with clientsThe truth about income and flexibility in private practiceWe also dive into the human side of therapy—what actually helps clients, what doesn’t, and why connection matters more than any technique.If you’re considering becoming a therapist or want to better understand the field of social work, this episode will give you a much clearer picture of what to expect.🎧 Subscribe for more real conversations about social work careers. If you would like some tools to help you in your search for social work jobs, find those at this link: https://stan.store/Mandy-Wilcox-LCSW#socialwork #therapy #mentalhealth
NOW PLAYING
She Specializes in Grief Therapy… Here’s What She Sees Every Day
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Mar 26, 2026 ·1m
Jan 2, 2026 ·47m
Dec 21, 2025 ·46m