Matthew Cohen, MSW Archive
The hardest part about life is counter-transference. You might think I am talking about life as a social worker, but really I mean just our everyday life. The concept of transference isn’t unique to social work. Whenever we listen to someone else …
From my new favorite website, the League of Ordinary Gentlemen. I am not sure whether it because of their opinions or because of their uber cool name. They reveal that today’s elections are decided by only roughly 10% of swing votes and …
A question and answer session with Dr. Mark Epstein about the parallels between psychotherapy and Buddhism. Having practiced both, I can say that they certainly have much in common. They both approach examination of the self in a scientific way which is what makes …
By Matthew Cohen SJS Staff Writer It just occurred to me that the structures and motivations necessary to promote global coordination are in effect. This comes as I stand outside watching a hurricane pass through, knowing that all that can be done to keep people safe,has …
It is by meeting the needs of others that social workers find their meaning in life. I mean this generally of course, not being in a position to speak for all social workers. We are on to something though. People …
By Matthew Cohen SJS Staff Writer Forward and back, that is the nature of our lives. It does not have to be. I used to think there would be a stage where I would be, or I would find people …
I was just going to report the changes that were published and head off to class, but something got under my skin. For anyone who follows me specifically, this will not be something, new. Two out of the three changes …
Submitted by Kristin Lee Johnson: In the winter of 1999-2000 I had been a child protection social worker for nearly six years, and I felt I was beginning to develop some wisdom about my (somewhat) chosen career. I had survived …
Post and video submitted by: Victoria Brewster, MSW Healthcare for every American and Canadian is very important especially for those that are of lower income. Basics are covered here in Canada, but anything above? Everyone is entitled to a GP, but …
Post Submitted by Victoria Brewster, MSW This is a huge issue facing social workers in the U.S. and Canada; licensure/certification for professional social workers. Many posts are up on Linkedin along with others sites and blogs that focus on this issue. …
