Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions, and as a social worker, understanding how to support clients with depression is vital. This episode of Social Workers, Rise! explores everything new social workers need to know about depression, including key symptoms, risk factors, treatment options, and how to recognize it in clients (and ourselves).

From emotional and physical symptoms to evidence-based therapeutic interventions, you’ll learn how to address depression through a holistic and trauma-informed lens.

🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What depression is and what it isn’t
• Prevalence rates and who is most at risk
• Common symptoms of depression

• Effective treatment options and when to refer

• How social workers can support clients with depression

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Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world—and as new social workers, it’s essential to understand how to recognize it, support clients dealing with it, and manage it in ourselves.

In this episode of Social Workers, Rise!, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, breaks down everything you need to know about anxiety from a clinical and practical lens. Whether you’re in supervision, just graduated with your MSW, or supporting high-risk populations, this episode is for you.

🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What anxiety is—and what it isn’t

Prevalence stats you should know as a clinician

Who is most at risk for anxiety disorders

Common emotional, physical, and behavioral symptoms

Effective treatment options (including therapy, medication, and holistic supports)

Whether you’re in a hospital, school, or private practice setting, this episode gives you real-world tools to improve your skills as a trauma-informed social worker.

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RISE Directory for Clinical Supervision

What’s the difference between mental health and mental illness? As new social workers, understanding this distinction is crucial—not just for our clients, but for our own well-being as we step into emotionally demanding roles.

In this episode of Social Workers, Rise! Podcast, host Catherine Moore, LCSW, breaks down the definition of mental health vs. mental illness, shares current mental health statistics, and explores which populations are at the highest risk. You'll also learn how to recognize signs of a mental health problem, both in your clients and yourself, and explore evidence-based treatment options.

Whether you’re in clinical supervision, preparing for licensure, or starting your first job after earning your MSW, this episode will help you build a strong foundation in mental health literacy.

💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

-The key difference between mental health and mental illness

-Mental health prevalence rates you need to know

-High-risk populations every social worker should understand

-Common symptoms of mental health concerns

-Treatment options and how social workers play a vital role in access and advocacy.

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