Clinical Social Work Journal (CSWJ)

This special issue of Clinical Social Work Journal seeks submissions that explore the opportunities, risks, and ethical tensions of AI in assessment, therapy, and clinical decision-making, with a focus on real-world practice and social justice.
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For our new Mindful Monday section we wanted to address that mindfulness and self-awareness can support both clinician well-being and more effective practice.
Taking a moment to pause can strengthen how we show up for those we serve.

Below you can find more information!

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Call for papers: A special issue on su***de in the Clinical Social Work Journal. See link for details: https://link.springer.com/collections/bgcgbiicje

Melissa Grady, Editor in Chief met with faculty at the University of Otago in Dunedin New Zealand on March 12. Thank you to Katheryn Margaret Pascoe for being such a gracious host!

Melissa Grady, Editor in Chief presented to the faculty and students at University of Melbourne's Department of Social Work. She was hosted by Dr. Milena Heinsch, Program Director and Dr. Lynette Joubert, Professor, on March 11 in Melbourne Australia.

For Women’s History Month, we highlight research on how digital technologies can expand psychosocial support for vulnerable women. Virtual therapy can help reduce barriers such as stigma and geographic isolation while improving access to care. If you want to learn more click this link: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10615-025-01003-x

As Black History Month comes to a close, the work does not. We continue to uplift Black clinicians, scholars, and communities whose leadership shapes the future of social work.

Equity is not seasonal. It is foundational.

Our Editor-in-Chief, Melissa L. Grady, PhD, will be speaking in a free online webinar hosted by the University of Melbourne, sharing insights on clinical social work practice in the US and offering an insider’s perspective on publishing in academic and professional journals.

You can regsiter here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/clinical-social-work-practice-and-publication-tickets-1982749440952?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

For Topic Tuesday we will be discussing African-Centered Care and its impact on Black adult mental health. Early findings are promising, but more rigorous research is needed. Here you can find a great article discussing this matter: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10615-021-00825-9

For our new section, "Thoughtful Thursday" we wanted to highlight Black History Month with our own article. It mentions that Black clinicians and Black clients often navigate healing while carrying the shared weight of racial trauma. This reflection centers their lived experiences and the ethical complexities that shape clinical care.

For more information click this link: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10615-024-00957-8

The Clinical Social Work Journal (CSWJ) is celebrating Black History Month by honoring the voices, scholarship, and contributions that continue to shape clinical social work practice and research.

To learn more click the link: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10597-025-01450-3

We are so excited to share that our new issue is out now!

Here is the link: https://link.springer.com/journal/10615/volumes-and-issues/54-1?utm_source=springer_etoc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CONR_10615_AWA1_GL_DTEC_054CI_TOC-230126&utm_content=etoc_springer_20260123