First Day of School, Context is Key & New Routines
Today is the first day of my DSW program! The program begins with some wonderful cohort building, a thorough explanation of what is to come ahead through our formal onboarding…
Author: Dr. Matt
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Starting my Doctor of Social Work Degree & Reducing the Feedback Loop
Today was the first day of DSW orientation for what is going to be the second cohort of students (Class of 2023!) for the UB School of Social Work’s Doctor…
Preparing For Quiet in the Heights
I have always loved living in University Heights. From my first forays as a visitor making my way to Amy’s Place, to my first apartments it held a special place…
A Solution Focused Brief Therapy Note (Updated)
This is an updated entry from my previous discussion on the topic, which can be found here. The genesis of this is that I was discussing recently with a friend…
Personal Statement on Today’s Rally of Social Workers and Human Service Professionals in Support of Black Lives Matter
Friday, June 12, 2020 Personal Statement on Today’s Rally of Social Workers and Human Service Professionals in Support of Black Lives Matter THE VIEWS EXPRESSED HEREIN ARE ENTIRELY MY OWN…
On Being in Awe
As I began to complete treatment plans for my patients (while currently suspended as a necessity by the Office of Mental Health, I had decided I’d rather keep them current,…
A SFBC/SFBT Note
In my public practice (which is clinical at an outpatient community behavioral health clinic and under LCSW supervision), I practice therapy, in my private practice I practice counseling (there are…
Dealing With Trauma/To Grieve or Not to Grieve
I loved dancing: I cannot currently move.
Heading to Campus
I’m heading to campus, to get in at least three good hours of study time, before Arabic… I’m also wearing my Lucky Underwear… Today, is going to be a good…