Testimonials

“The Financial Social Work program has brought me to a place where I can feel confident in speaking with patients, as well as my immediate family, about financial issues. I became more aware about my own attitudes in regards to finances as well as how I communicated with my spouse.” – La Nae Harms-Okins

“Financial Social Work Certification has expanded my practice in more ways that I can list. The program integrates several different therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to discuss with people one of the most difficult aspects of their lives-their finances. FSW certification does more than just “talk to people about money”; it helps practitioners reach their clients on a whole new level of understanding by engaging them around money behaviors.”  - Juliet Keeler LeBien, LMSW

“Learning the material with Reeta’s engaging nature as a backdrop has undoubtedly been transferred to the work that I do with my clients. Empathy is essential in creating change; Reeta knows this and her work continually reinforces this message.” – Paul F.

“I really enjoyed the level of expertise of the program and appreciated that the staff at the Center was always there to help and assist me. This work has given me the hope and fortitude to manage and get my finances back on track. Financial Social work has impacted how I work with client by allowing me to give them a holistic approach on how to better help themselves and their families. It has allowed me to demonstrate how one person can make a difference by taking the first step.” – WL JR.

“The Financial Social Work program has brought me to a place where I can feel confident in speaking with patients, as well as my immediate family, about financial issues. I became more aware about my own attitudes in regards to finances as well as how I communicated with my spouse.” – La Nae Harms-Okins