How to become a licensed social worker in California
Your journey to practicing as a social worker could look different depending on the state in which you reside and practice. Learn more about becoming a licensed social worker in California.
Community psychology builds bridge between social justice and mental health
Bree Cook, Psy.D., explains why community psychology may be especially relevant to African-American students who want to study mental health.
Jobs for marriage and family therapy: African-American studies graduates
An M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy: African-American Family Studies is a degree that may not be well-known to many. This MFT degree provides a firm understanding of the unique mental health needs of the African-American community and the challenges that they face that rise from influences such as racism, poverty, politics, and institutions.
How to practice self-care in social work
Self-care is an essential part of any good social work practice. Learn the importance of self-care and how to integrate it into social work with this guide.
5 Careers that Support the LGBTQ+ Community
Many social workers may choose to specifically support issues within the LGBTQIA+ community. Consider these five career paths that focus on LGBTQ advocacy.
The California MFT Exam: What You Need to Know
Before you begin your career as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), you’ll need to pass California’s MFT exams. The MFT exam process can be time-consuming and stressful—but it doesn’t have to be.
Ways to support parents who identify as LGBTQ+
LGBTQIA+ parents may face discrimination, leading to a decline in mental health and a general need for support. Learn about the resources available to them here.
How does affirmative therapy work?
Therapy for LGBTQIA+ patients has a long, biased history. However, affirmative therapy practices embrace a wide range of patient identities.
10 career paths for graduates with a degree in social work
Explore 10 rewarding career paths for Master of Social Work graduates. Dive into the roles that await those with a degree in social work with Pacific Oaks College.
What is community psychology?
Want to study psychology as it relates to communities? Learn more about community psychology, where community psychologists work, and if it’s right for you.
What do social workers do?
Learn more about the professional field of social work, including what social workers do and the communities they serve.
The psychology of Barbie and Ken: PO’s Dr. Fider consults with Mattel, Inc.
Dr. Carlene Fider visited Pasadena’s Art Center College of Design to work with the college's Designmatters department on "Imagining the Future of the Dreamhouse," a design studio course in partnership with Barbie and Mattel, Inc. Fider’s goal was to help the team learn why diversity, social justice, and the psychology of child play could all be influential factors in the Barbie brand.
