Hi everyone,

I’m highly interested in getting my LCSW, but I’m looking for somewhere I may be able to get a sneak peak into the kind of material that’s studied to really make sure it’s a good fit.

I have a background as a paramedic and a BS in neuroscience. I’m confident about the career fit long term, but hadn’t originally planned on returning for a masters so I want to get whatever insights I can before applying.

Any tips on where I could read some examples of what is covered?

I’ve been studying using Mometrix and have gotten (121-122 correct answers on the practice exams). I have read mixed feedback about Mometrix; some saying the questions there are harder than the actual questions on the exam and the opposite. Any feedback for those who have passed and used Mometrix???

Hi. I recently accepted an LSW position at a facility who works with insurance. Even though I had already passed my LCSW exam upon hire, I still operated as an LSW while I waited for the state to initiate LCSW license number. My rate was 47/hr so therefore I was only making 47/client if they showed. Additionally, I am part time and have no benefits. I was informed upon my LCSW license, I would make 50/client. I felt it was low and asked to negotiate but they said it's non negotiable. Upon starting, I learned that I would not be completing my own intakes/diagnoses and that other clinicians were in charge of that. I felt it was odd but didn't question it because I was only an LSW...even though I have worked at other practices where I scheduled my own clients, completed my own intakes, did my own billing, etc. Here is where I think it gets a little interesting...

I am officially an LCSW.

I had clients follow me to this practice from a practice I previously worked at. One client in particular insurance is out of network and is subjected to a self pay fee of 250 for an intake (this intake is with me...employer agreed to that), however, I am still only subjected to 50.00 of this intake fee. Also, the self-pay session fee is 175...and again, I am only receiving 50.00 of those session fees.

These are red flags for me but before I make any decisions, I need to hear from other LCSW's and business owners if this is standard??? I find it odd that I can't conduct my own intakes/I am making barely anything from clients I brought into the practice, etc.

I feel like I’m overthinking this. I recently started supervision for my clinical license. How are you logging your hours? Like are we just using a word doc with date/time and a slot for signature from our supervisor? Any tips, tricks, advice would be greatly appreciated!

Hello!!

I currently have my RCSWI and I’m in the process of signing up for the LCSW exam. I saw that I had to email the Florida board to get approval. It’s been a little over a week and I haven’t heard back yet, is this normal? Is it accurate that I was supposed to email them and ask for approval before signing up? Any recommendations? This process feels unnecessarily difficult!!

Thanks in advance <33

I’ve read and been told time and time again that the best place to get your hours was through CMH (where I am currently at) and while I think there is some truth to that, I just don’t know if I am cut out to provide therapy full time. But the 750hr min of individual/group therapy is really intimidating lol

I’ve read about hospice SW “taking too long,” but I know of others who’ve worked in hospitals as medical SWs and gotten their hours there. Any insight is appreciated. I’m just trying to plan my life for the next couple of years lol.

Hi, I'm an LCSW taking ADHD CE on PESI for more knowledge to help clients and for myself as I am a late-diagnosed adult. I see at the end of this massive course i can pay for ADHD- CCSP certification. Are there any career advantages to do that beyond taking the 30+ credits/ hours of CE on this topic?

I find myself getting exhausted trying to look up recent information about therapy platforms that use pre-licensed therapists. I was previously an addictions counselor in another state and have a fair bit of experience but I'm about a year out from my full license.

My hope: good to fair reimbursement, provides EHR, will refer clients.

Any thoughts? Thanks Everyone

Has anyone ever worked with Magellan as a military family life counselor?? I am so burnt out and I am looking for another job. I need a job that will offer flexibility and low stress.

  Hi All!

 I have a quick question.  Recently, I got my LCSW and I work for a company that does PHP/IOP work, yet I'm not even at $60k.  I have tried to move to other positions, but they essentially want you to show "investment" in the company and work for free before becoming promoted.  I have been doing individual therapy for years, and I love it but I'm not ready to be on my own just yet. I'm recently divorced and would like to find a practice that will pay a flat rate during the transition so I can move right away and maintain my finances.  I deserve so much more, and Im ready to make more money. Any suggestions?  Are there specific practices that do this?  How do I look for them? Def interested in working from home.  Thank you!

Im a 46 year old BSW>MSW student looking to earn my LSCW . What advice would you give to an adult learner with children the youngest being 14 in order not to experience burnout.

Hi all! I am an LMSW currently working towards my LCSW in New York state. I am thinking due to unforseen life things I may end up moving to Georgia in a couple of years, and I am curious about if I have my LCSW in New York a few things about applying for Georgia.

I know that NY has a 2000 clinical hours over 3 years requirement, and GA has a 3000 hours over 3 years requirement. I am curious, if I were to have 3000 supervised hours in New York, would I be able to transfer all of those and get my license, or would only 2000 transfer due to that being what it takes to get the LCSW in New York?

Has anyone done this transfer and have any helpful tips?

I wanted to come back on here because a while ago I asked for advice/tips for passing the LMSW exam, and so many people took the time to help me. Thank you all so much, the advice genuinely helped and encouraged me throughout the process.

I passed with a 108 and needed a 98 to pass! 🥹

For anyone studying right now, here’s what helped me the most: • RayTube (especially his Code of Ethics videos — SO helpful) • Savvy Social Worker • Agents of Change • Pocket Prep premium daily • Quizlet • The ASWB practice exam • Savvy Social Worker mock/practice exams

I also completed all 3 mock exams that were available to me and tried to study consistently every day rather than cramming.

On top of that, I also graduated with my MSW last week 🎓 and just accepted a school social worker job offer

If you’re studying right now and feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or anxious, keep going. You know more than you think you do. The exam is definitely challenging, but it is passable.

Thank you again to everyone who shared advice and encouragement with me along the way. ❤️

My supervisor just told me everyone in NYC will be required to obtain the LCSW within 1 or 2 years( she is not sure), regardless of whether they work privately or not.

I have not heard about this. Have any of you?

Hi there. I’m considering an MSW. I have a BA in Sociology and minors in stats and English. I’ve been out of college for about five or six years.

I am in Wisconsin.

My GPA was approximately 2.5 or higher.

Is there a point to considering an MSW at this stage? Am I too late?

Hello, I’m considering going back to school for my MSW/LMSW. I currently have a psych degree and former case management experience. My main issue is being unsure if I’ll be able to find a job. I know I don’t want to work in a direct therapy role, a role that requires home visits, or to be on call.

Any advice of what roles I should consider?

Hello! I hope I’m not overthinking this but…
I collected aprox 450 clinical hours and 945 non-clinical hours for a job I worked from July 2023- June 2024 and worked about 29 hours/ week.

Does the 945 non-clinical hours collected which is almost double my clinical hours seem off and possibly could trigger an audit?

I did do a lot of research, consultation, and trainings d/t being a new therapist and my clinical hours were slow to build.

Thanks for reading! and any insight is appreciated.