American Board of Clinical Social Work

American Board of Clinical Social Work American Board of Clinical Social Work (ABCSW) is the online home for clinical social work. Whatever your setting and interests, you have a home at ABCSW.

Come join your friends and colleagues in a national community for the profession. ABCSW is both a community and a membership organization for all Clinical Social Workers. It puts you in touch with your peers and helps you advance your clinical career and understand the marketplace. It has online forums for learning, discussion, advice, and support, for reinforcing your professional identity and im

proving your practice skills. ABCSW is the creation of the Center for Clinical Social Work, the national policy and advocacy organization which also operates the standard-setting and credentialing American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work. ABCSW is of, by, and for Clinical Social Workers.

What happens when separate parts come together to create something stronger and more balanced?In “How Integration Change...
09/03/2026

What happens when separate parts come together to create something stronger and more balanced?

In “How Integration Changes Relationships,” Jana Edwards, LCSW, BCD, explores the idea of integration and how finding balance among different elements can influence connection, relationships, health, and well-being.

Read the full blog post to explore how integration can shape the way we relate to one another: https://bit.ly/3S7II87

⏰ Reminder: Join ABCSW TODAY from 12:00–1:00 PM ET for “Centering the Whole Person: Integrative Approaches to Treating T...
09/02/2026

⏰ Reminder: Join ABCSW TODAY from 12:00–1:00 PM ET for “Centering the Whole Person: Integrative Approaches to Treating Trauma and Chronic Health Conditions.”

Presented by Brittany L. Maxshure, MSW, MPH, LCSW, this session will give you practical tools to better support clients navigating trauma and chronic health conditions.

You’ll explore EMDR adaptations, grounding strategies, cultural humility, and collaborative approaches that can strengthen your clinical practice.

Plus, earn up to 1 continuing education credit.

FREE for ABCSW members.

Register: https://bit.ly/4h5BT0z

Culturally affirming mental health care matters year-round 💙While BIPOC Mental Health Month is recognized each July, the...
08/29/2026

Culturally affirming mental health care matters year-round 💙

While BIPOC Mental Health Month is recognized each July, the conversations it brings forward shouldn’t end when the month does.

Black, Indigenous, and people of color may face unique experiences and barriers in mental health care, reinforcing the importance of creating spaces where those experiences are understood and respected.

Mental Health America’s 2026 BIPOC Mental Health Month toolkit offers resources to help continue meaningful conversations, encourage community connection, and support mental health throughout the year.

Explore the resources and learn more: https://bit.ly/3GaC4YU

Meet your new ABCSW Officers! 👋We’re proud to welcome the officers stepping into leadership for ABCSW’s new term.With de...
08/28/2026

Meet your new ABCSW Officers! 👋

We’re proud to welcome the officers stepping into leadership for ABCSW’s new term.

With decades of experience across clinical practice, academia, behavioral health, federal service, and the military, this team brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective to the organization.

Please join us in welcoming:

President: Tosha Ellis, Ph.D., LCSW, BCD, NBC-HWC

Vice President: Joel L. Carr, Ph.D., LCSW-S, BCD

Treasurer: Michelle Dixon George, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Secretary: Charu Stokes-Williams, Ph.D., LICSW, BCD

Past President: Bryan L. Pyle, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Learn more about each officer and read their full bios through the ABCSW Board of Directors: https://bit.ly/4gxUn8m

Join us on Wednesday, September 2, from 12:00–1:00 PM ET for the ABCSW September Speaker Series! 🎓“Centering the Whole P...
08/27/2026

Join us on Wednesday, September 2, from 12:00–1:00 PM ET for the ABCSW September Speaker Series! 🎓

“Centering the Whole Person: Integrative Approaches to Treating Trauma and Chronic Health Conditions”

Presented by Brittany L. Maxshure, MSW, MPH, LCSW, this session will explore trauma-informed, integrative approaches that address the physical, psychological, and systemic experiences of clients living with chronic health conditions.

Participants will explore practical tools including EMDR adaptations, grounding strategies, cultural humility, and collaborative approaches to bridge mental health and medical care.

Earn up to 1 continuing education credit.

FREE for ABCSW members.

Register and learn more through ABCSW: https://bit.ly/4y5fsyl

Need to renew your BCD certification or ABCSW membership? Here’s how to get started: 1 Log in2 Select your renewal optio...
08/22/2026

Need to renew your BCD certification or ABCSW membership? Here’s how to get started:

1 Log in
2 Select your renewal option
3 Complete & submit
4 Update your member profile

You can also select My Profile to review and update your contact information and clinical practice details.

Save this post for your next renewal!

To every social worker who continues to lead with compassion, integrity, and purpose: your work matters 🤍
08/20/2026

To every social worker who continues to lead with compassion, integrity, and purpose: your work matters 🤍

Make the most of your ABCSW membership resources!As summer winds down and schedules begin to pick back up, it’s a great ...
08/19/2026

Make the most of your ABCSW membership resources!

As summer winds down and schedules begin to pick back up, it’s a great time to explore the resources available through ABCSW membership. From professional publications and educational discounts to member directories, newsletters, clinical resources, and liability insurance options, there are tools to support you throughout your career.

Whether you’re a student, early-career clinician, experienced practitioner, or professional in a related field, there’s a membership option designed for you.

Explore your membership options and find the resources that can help you start the fall strong: https://bit.ly/4i2xEAc

Considering becoming a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work? Here are 3 benefits of becoming board certifie...
08/15/2026

Considering becoming a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work? Here are 3 benefits of becoming board certified:

✨ Professional Credibility: Distinguish yourself through a nationally recognized standard of advanced clinical practice.

🤝 Client Confidence: Demonstrate your commitment to experience, competence, and continuing clinical education.

📈 Visibility & Recognition: Increase opportunities to be identified by employers, healthcare organizations, insurers, and potential clients.

Learn more about the benefits of BCD certification and what it can mean for your clinical career: https://bit.ly/3SvGX4U

What does it really mean to “make connections” in couples therapy? 🧠Sometimes, the most important connections are the on...
08/14/2026

What does it really mean to “make connections” in couples therapy? 🧠

Sometimes, the most important connections are the ones we make within ourselves. Past experiences can become disconnected as a way of protecting us, but therapy can create a safe space to reconnect those memories, emotions, and experiences.

Explore how Neurodynamic Couples Therapy helps partners uncover deeper patterns and support greater integration.

Read the full blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/3S7II87

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