Ep. 15 Using Among Us Game in Therapy Sessions | The Social Work Bubble Podcast

On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by the hosts of the Beats by Social Work Podcast, Tiffany & Kristin, to dive into the essential and interesting world of transplant & LVAD social work.  We get into a typical day, the power of advocacy,  biggest challenges, essential skills & more!

Tiffany Coco is an LCSW in Arizona with 18 years of social work experience, In transplant for over 10 years, specializing in living donor, lung, heart, LVAD, and VCA. Now a Social Work Education Specialist. She is also involved in several professional organizations including AST (American Society for Transplant). She is the social media chair for STSW and a member of many other organizations. Tiffany is on a crusade to elevate the field of social work. 

Kristin Malaer, an LCSW from Texas with 15 years of experience in social work. For the past nine years, Kristin has specialized as a heart transplant and LVAD social worker, advocating for patients facing heart failure. She's also deeply involved in professional organizations, serving as Committee Co-Chair for Social Workers in ICCAC and LVAD Social Work Committee Chair for STSW. Kristin is passionate about promoting trauma-informed care and ensuring social work has a seat at the table in healthcare. 

• Kristin Malaer, LCSW-S CCTSW-MCS CCTP Psychology Today Profile 
• Kristin's LinkedIn

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Other Resources

• LVAD: Left Ventricular Assist Device 
• STSW: Society for Transplant Social Workers
• ICCAC: International Consortium of Circulatory Assist Clinicians 

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by the co-founder and CEO of SupportNow, Jordan Arogeti. Jordan details her journey to starting SupportNow, and online registry to offer money, meals, errands, and more to those experiencing some of life's most difficult moments. We also touch on how social workers are often the one's supporting families and creating a network of resources during these times.

SupportNow was Founded in 2021 by Scott and Jordan Arogeti, out of a desire to offer support and relief to those in tough times.  SupportNow is an online registry where supporters can direct their compassion in meaningful ways.

• Instagram: @supportnow_org
• Website: supportnow.org

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Liz Ramdas, a social worker that has found passion in cognitive rehab work! Liz discusses actual skills all social workers can use, the importance of screening for brain injury & shines light on this essential social work role that is often overlooked.

Liz Ramdas, MS, LMSW is a former New York City school psychologist who pursued her social work degree after many years in the school system. She took an after school job completing psychometric assessments which led her to her true passion, helping clients improve their brain function and health. She now works for Neuropsychological Services of Westchester as a cognitive rehabilitation specialist and licensed master social worker. Using a unique approach of cognitive rehabilitation and psychotherapy, she supports her clients through the process of remediating their cognitive skills after surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury. She hopes that all clients reach their personal goals and become the person they want to be.

To continue to follow Liz's journey, you can follow her below:

• Instagram: @therapistlizram

For more information on cognitive rehab:

• NSW website https://www.nswny.com/

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Julie McGue, a domestic adoptee and author. Julie shares her experience as she processed adoption, search for birth family, and the social workers that supported her along the way! 

Julie Ryan McGue is an American writer, a domestic adoptee, and an identical twin. In her books, essays, and blogs, she explores the topics of finding out who you are, where you belong, and making sense of it. Her award-winning memoir, Twice a Daughter: A Search for Identity, Family, and Belonging, released in May 2021. Her work has appeared in multiple journals, anthologies, and online sites, such as the Story Circle Network Journal, Brevity Nonfiction Blog, and Severance Magazine. Her latest book, a collection of essays titled Belonging Matters: Conversations on Adoption, Family, and Kinship released in November 2023. Her third book, another memoir and a prequel to Twice a Daughter, releases in February 2025. Julie splits her time between northwest Indiana and Sarasota, Florida. 

To continue to follow Julie's journey, you can follow her below:

• https://www.juliemcgueauthor.com
• Award winning author of Twice a Daughter: A Search for Identity, Family, and Belonging
• NEW BOOK - Available Nov 1, 2023 Belonging Matters: Conversations on Adoption, Family, and Kinship
• FB @juliemcguewrites
• IG @julieryanmcgue
• twitter @juliermcgue

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On this bonus episode, Laura chats about feeling not fulfilled doing only therapy sessions, and how there is a lack of typical social working that. She also details the importance of advocacy and social justice as we call to support those suffering in Palestine, Sudan, and the Congo. We then review two prompts from the Anti-Burnout Card Deck, and wrap up with noticing how she kept saying to clients "I don't know" during sessions.

Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community and a hub of helpful resources and support for social workers! Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work!

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Taylor, the creator of Social Work to Wealth, giving us some tips and insight into her own journey paying off debt and building wealth, and how fellow social workers can do the same! 

Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and personal finance blogger at Social Work to Wealth. On her blog, she shares resources and lessons learned on her family's journey to paying off $277,000 of debt and retiring early. Her goal is to empower social workers through financial education and salary advocacy. When she's not working or blogging, you can find her traveling, playing volleyball, or buying too many plants.

To continue to follow Taylor's journey, you can follow them below:

• Blog: https://socialworktowealth.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworktowealth

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Anna Webster, a hospital social worker that details her experience as a rural child protection worker, considering an MSW, and transitioning to hospital social work. An incredible journey that shows the importance of self care and being open and flexible in your own social work journey!

Anna Webster is a 23 year old social worker who worked for child protective services for 2 years after receiving her Bachelor of Social Work and now works as a medical social worker. 

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• Instagram @annweb_  

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Rosio Mancera, a social worker that supports refugees crossing the US Southern Border. We have a great conversation on this work, the intricate balance in social work, and disproving myths about refugees.

Rosio Mancera, ACSW graduated from the University of Southern California in 2016. She has focused her training on children and youth, and specializing in trauma, CSEC, and refugees. She is a dog mom, enjoys travelling and her daily cup of coffee. Rosio also loves escaping to the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland! 

To continue to follow Rosio's journey, you can follow them below:

• Instagram @row.see.oohhh_
• Email rmancera@usc.edu

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On this bonus episode, Laura dives into her top tips to build rapport with clients & introduces 2 new segments - a mindfulness prompt and describing an anger management intervention for kids! 

Laura Swanson, LMSW is a New York based therapist that began The Social Work Bubble in order to build community and a hub of helpful resources and support for social workers! Her aim is to connect fellow social workers and build each other up so we can all thrive in the wonderful field of social work!

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On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are joined by Elizabeth, an incredible social worker from Indonesia, where she works to support refugees through this stressful transitional period. A great episode where we get insight into the highs & lows of this work!

Elizabeth Hutajulu is a social worker from Indonesia working in the field of refugees under the organization of Church World Service (CWS) Indonesia. 

To continue to follow Elizabeth's journey, you can follow them below:

• Instagram @elizabethhtjlu 

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