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TLC IS HIRING
Therapy Loft Collective (TLC) is hiring for part-time, licensed therapists (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PhD or PsyD) who live in any state to provide teletherapy! We're growing and would love to have client centered licensed clinicians join our entrepreneurial, highly motivated, and passionate team! TLC is a 100% online group therapy practice.
What TLC Offers:
• Free licensure in other states (must be licensed in home state).
• 100% remote work.
• Credentialing, referrals, billing, and claims processing done for you.
• Professional supervision, support and consultation.
• Control your own schedule.
Therapist's Requirements:
1. Work at least 20 hours a week.
2. Willing to be paneled with insurance(s).
3. Willing to use TLC's Electronic Health Record for keeping client's records.
4. Complete all required paperwork in a timely matter.
5. Willing to use TLC's telehealth platform to deliver teletherapy.
6. Must have Microsoft Office skills.
7. Must have a master’s degree with at least 3 years of clinical experience and one of the following licenses: LPC, PhD, PsyD, LMFT, LCSW.
8. An ability to provide therapy to diverse populations.
9. Attend 1x a month zoom TLC staff meetings.
10. Must be client centered and demonstrate quality of self-care in their role as a therapist.
If you're a licensed therapist, committed to the well-being of our client population and are interested in being a part of our mission in providing quality, culturally based teletherapy, send resume to drholly@thetherapyloftcollective.com
What TLC Offers:
• Free licensure in other states (must be licensed in home state).
• 100% remote work.
• Credentialing, referrals, billing, and claims processing done for you.
• Professional supervision, support and consultation.
• Control your own schedule.
Therapist's Requirements:
1. Work at least 20 hours a week.
2. Willing to be paneled with insurance(s).
3. Willing to use TLC's Electronic Health Record for keeping client's records.
4. Complete all required paperwork in a timely matter.
5. Willing to use TLC's telehealth platform to deliver teletherapy.
6. Must have Microsoft Office skills.
7. Must have a master’s degree with at least 3 years of clinical experience and one of the following licenses: LPC, PhD, PsyD, LMFT, LCSW.
8. An ability to provide therapy to diverse populations.
9. Attend 1x a month zoom TLC staff meetings.
10. Must be client centered and demonstrate quality of self-care in their role as a therapist.
If you're a licensed therapist, committed to the well-being of our client population and are interested in being a part of our mission in providing quality, culturally based teletherapy, send resume to drholly@thetherapyloftcollective.com
Matthew Perry and Alcoholics Anonymous: Does the anonymity perpetuate a stigma?
Alcoholics Anonymous was founded in Akron, Ohio, in 1935, and one of its core tenants is its dedication to maintaining personal anonymity. According to its website, this provides protection for all members and especially newcomers, allowing disclosure to remain their choice. The word "anonymous" is an option, A.A. says, not an obligation. It's meant to provide as much privacy as an individual may desire.
There are many reasons why people may opt to keep their addiction a secret. Most commonly, the fear of judgement is often all-encompassing, especially in a culture that still demonizes substance use as a "moral failing," rather than a disease. "A.A. provides safe spaces that people could go to, to identify and talk about their addiction because they may have felt ostracized by family members or society at large," says Holly Sawyer, professor and director of the Masters in Addictions Counseling program at Drexel University. "So when you have this community where everyone can be anonymous, that makes you feel like you're not alone, that you're not being judged."
There are many reasons why people may opt to keep their addiction a secret. Most commonly, the fear of judgement is often all-encompassing, especially in a culture that still demonizes substance use as a "moral failing," rather than a disease. "A.A. provides safe spaces that people could go to, to identify and talk about their addiction because they may have felt ostracized by family members or society at large," says Holly Sawyer, professor and director of the Masters in Addictions Counseling program at Drexel University. "So when you have this community where everyone can be anonymous, that makes you feel like you're not alone, that you're not being judged."
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The 2022 Mental Health Marketing Conference was Nov. 15-16 online, and in-person in Nashville, TN.
Topics included self care, practice management, ACEs in schools and more. All these courses are pre-recorded and available online. The courses are available on demand for 90 days following the conference. |
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Sacred Heart University School of Social Work 2022 Symposium: Creating Anti-Racists Solutions: Our Stories, Our Narratives, Our Collective Healing
On August 10, Dr. Holly spoke at the first annual symposium on anti-racist, anti-oppressive solutions for systemic change hosted by Ph.D. in Social Work students at Sacred Heart University School of Social Work and the Office for Diversity & Inclusion. Dr. Holly's topic was Understanding Microaggressions: How to be Culturally Supportive This symposium was designed to disseminate scholarly and community works addressing some of today’s most pressing issues within higher education, community settings and other social environments. Being anti-racist is not just the work of one individual or organization––this symposium generated and promoted lasting systemic change through connection and collaboration. |
How can you learn from others while following your own path? What are some things to consider when working with diverse populations? Why is harm reduction so important?
In the third episode of the Diverse Clinicians Series, Joe Sanok speaks with Dr. Holly Sawyer about making therapy easily accessible to diverse populations.
In this Podcast:
In the third episode of the Diverse Clinicians Series, Joe Sanok speaks with Dr. Holly Sawyer about making therapy easily accessible to diverse populations.
In this Podcast:
- Making therapy accessible to all
- Stay true to what it is and who it is that you want to serve
- Working with diverse populations
- Racial disparities in dealing with substance use disorders
Topamax: The Silent MAT in Treating Black Clients with Cocaine Use Disorder
Dr. Holly Sawyer presented at the NBCC Foundation 2022 Bridging the Gap Symposium: Eliminating Mental Health Disparities June 4–5, 2022, in the Washington, D.C., metro area. The theme for the Symposium is Elevating Families and Communities, with an emphasis on counseling skills, research, and resources that can improve, strengthen, or enrich the lives of families, communities, and those impacted by trauma.
Microaggressions can affect the mental health and well-being of BIPOC coworkers. It is important to be culturally empathetic and supportive to coworkers of color. BIPOC coworkers who experience on-going microaggressions and overt racism in the workplace often cope with drugs and or alcohol due to not having emotional support or a safe space.
- Participants will be able to identify 3 types of microaggressions, microaggression type language and ways to address microaggressions in today’s cultural environment to ensure diversity and inclusion.
- Participants will learn best practices on ways to eliminate microaggressions and how to be culturally supportive.
- Participants will be able to define microaggressions and understand its psychological impact when they show up in the workplace.
What are some lessons that you've learned from that COVI(D) life? Venture Cafe Philly hosted a conversation with between Tiara Durham and I about how we manage our sanity and make sense of what has happened over the last 18 months.
During the pandemic, we have seen many health challenges and not just due to COVID! Many people have struggled with stress, isolation, mental issues, abuse, and more. Dr. Dee Stokes invited me to join her in helping others understand and learn how to fight against DIS-EASE of all kinds during her Health Awareness series this month. Watch the replay below!
Mental Health & Communities of Color
On Tuesday, February 9th, I was on a panel with other therapists at Slippery Rock University where discussed mental health, the Black community and the benefits of going to therapy. Watch the replay below.
Targeted Self-Care: Redefining Your Approach to Healthy Living
If you missed the event on Targeted Self-Care hosted by Community Health Training Alliance, watch the replay below!
Targeted Self-Care for Uniquely
Stressful Times
Presenters
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Valerie Daniel,
PhD, LCSW |
Holly Sawyer,
PhD, LPC, CAADC, NCC |
On Wednesday, January 13th, Dr. Valerie Daniel, PhD, LCSW and I presented a webinar on Targeted Self-Care for Uniquely Stressful Times. We discussed:
- The PEMSS Model and targeted self-care.
- Untargeted self-care patterns and blocks to implementing targeted self-care.
- Intentional, targeted self-care routines with mindfulness.