Becoming an AMHSW - The Podcast

Money touches every part of our lives, yet so often it’s the thing we avoid talking about. In this final episode of our money mini-series, Marie Vakakis and I wrap up our reflections on the money stories and money blocks that shape how we live, work, and relate. For listeners of today's episode, we are offering an EOFY discount of $50 off The AMHSW Roadmap - use EOFY25 at checkout, when using...

In this episode, Marie and I explore the money myths and blocks that show up for social workers in private practice. We share our own experiences, unpack where these beliefs come from, and talk about how shifting them can open up new possibilities in our work and lives. For listeners of today's episode, we are offering an EOFY discount of $50 off The AMHSW Roadmap - use EOFY25 at checkout, whe...

In this episode, Marie and I unpack the belief that charging for our services makes us less caring. We talk about fee transparency, the real costs of running a practice, and how the expectation of free or underpaid labour undermines both social workers and clients. Open letter to Anthony Albanese as referenced in today's session - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-accredited-mental-health-so...

In this episode, Marie and I talk about where you can actually save money when you’re just starting out, the investments that are worth it, and our biggest money blunders (spoiler: ring lights and training we never finished). For listeners of today's episode, we are offering an EOFY discount of $50 off The AMHSW Roadmap - use EOFY25 at checkout, when using this link -  ⁠⁠⁠⁠The AMHSW Roadmap V3...

Why do social workers feel guilty charging our worth? Money is often the thing we’re told not to talk about. Yet for social workers, it’s at the heart of so many challenges in our profession. For listeners of today's episode, we are offering an EOFY discount of $50 off The AMHSW Roadmap - use EOFY25 at checkout, when using this link -  ⁠⁠⁠⁠The AMHSW Roadmap V3 (2025) » Powered by ThriveCart⁠⁠⁠...

What’s been the hardest parts of this work, what does it look like now? What are the great things? Social work doesn’t follow a straight line, it’s often what we call a squiggly career. Along the way, there are challenges, shiny distractions, and moments of doubt. But there are also incredible rewards. For listeners of today's episode, we are offering a special discount to listeners off our Pr...

In this episode, Marie and I talk about the moments where self-doubt almost stopped us from saying yes to opportunities and how we found ways to push through. For supervision services please email  ⁠⁠⁠⁠info@ashtonhayesconsulting.com.au⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 3 of our mini-series, Marie and I reflect on how our work, values, and lives have evolved in ways our 25-year-old selves could never have predicted. From unexpected career shifts to the courage to take up space, we explore the surprises that come with time and experience. For social workers interested in supervision and private practice support please visit www.ashtonhayesconsulting.com...

In this episode we share what ours look like now and how they keep evolving, Marie and I talk about where that journey has taken us and the work we’re doing now. For listeners of today's episode, we are offering an EOFY discount of $50 off The AMHSW Roadmap - use EOFY25 at checkout, when using this link -  ⁠⁠⁠⁠The AMHSW Roadmap V3 (2025) » Powered by ThriveCart⁠⁠⁠⁠ For supervision services ple...

In this first episode of our 10-part collaboration series, I sit down with Marie Vakakis (host of Inside Social Work ) to share our journeys into social work. Interested in learning more about becoming an AMHSW? Come along to our FREE lunch and learn session today 7th October at 12.30pm AEDT - use this link to register - https://ashtonhayesconsulting.thrivecart.com/free-amhsw-session-lunch-and-lea...

Leigh is an AMHSW in regional NSW. For listeners of today's episode, we are offering an EOFY discount of $50 off The AMHSW Roadmap - use EOFY25 at checkout, when using this link -  The AMHSW Roadmap V3 (2025) » Powered by ThriveCart For supervision services please email  info@ashtonhayesconsulting.com.au

Simon is an AMHSW in private practice with Mindful Men in Queensland - www.mindfulmen.com.au For social workers wishing to access The AMHSW Roadmap - please do so here -  ⁠⁠AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting⁠⁠ Supervision -  ⁠⁠Social Work Supervision - Ashton Hayes Consulting⁠⁠ Becoming an AMHSW - The ULTIMATE Online Course - use code podcast100 at checkout for $100 off regular price

Emma is a senior clinician and clinical supervisor with Ashton Hayes & Co Consulting. She focuses on supporting new graduates up to 5 years post qualifying and sessions can be booked with her here: https://ashtonhayesconsulting.com.au/social-work-supervision-amhsw/ For social workers wishing to access The AMHSW Roadmap - please do so here -  ⁠AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting⁠ Supervis...

Her website is:  www.yaleelatorrenssocialwork.com.au The AMHSW Roadmap can be accessed here:  AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting Yaleela is available for supervision via this link:  Social Work Supervision - Ashton Hayes Consulting

Kellie is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker in Bunbury, WA. She is the owner of Holistic Lifestyle Practice - https://www.holisticlifestylepractice.com.au For social workers wishing to access The AMHSW Roadmap - please do so here -  ⁠AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting⁠ Supervision -  ⁠Social Work Supervision - Ashton Hayes Consulting⁠ Becoming an AMHSW - The ULTIMATE Online Course -...

Alys is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker in Sydney NSW and the owner of Maykosha Healing - www.mayakoshahealing.com For social workers wishing to access The AMHSW Roadmap - please do so here -  AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting Supervision -  Social Work Supervision - Ashton Hayes Consulting Becoming an AMHSW - The ULTIMATE Online Course - use code podcast100 at checkout for $100...

Karen is an AMHSW and owner of Stable Pace Therapies. She is a trauma and equine therapist in Maryborough QLD - www.stablepace.com.au Karen is also a clinical supervisor with Ashton Hayes & Co Consulting and can be contacted here Social Work Supervision - Ashton Hayes Consulting For social workers wishing to access The AMHSW Roadmap - please do so here AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting

Today's question is about who you should be seeing for supervision as you work towards mental health accreditation

Nicole is the owner and principal therapist at The Dawn Therapeutic Services in Sydney - The Dawn Therapeutic Services The Pomodoro Technique - www.thepomodorotechnique.com The AMHSW Roadmap - AMHSW Resources - Ashton Hayes Consulting

Today's question is about the work you do in the lead up to mental health accreditation

Anita is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Director of Insight Therapies Counselling and Consulting in Wodonga, Victoria, a clinic that specialises in trauma informed care and Animal Assisted Therapy. Anita shares her story of her journey to mental health accreditation and reflects on her experience, and what she learned about herself after receiving her accreditation.

Today I am joined by Evanthea Magnisallis, an AMHSW in private practice who also holds a Master of Counselling. Ev supports people through the NDIS, Victims Services and is an Approved Medicare Provider. She has a podcast called System Error which can be listened to here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3b6JKHIJtAEvokrWdyAbTo?si=g2QTdt0CTYetizpTYSDVjA&nd=1&dlsi=81c3387146484bc6

In this episode I answer a question about the elements required in your role to meet criteria for mental health accreditation.

Today we continue our meet the supervisor series with Joy Herman Social workers seeking supervision with Joy can be connected with her by emailing info@ashtonhayesconsulting.com.au

Today I answer one of the most frequently asked questions - when is the best time to submit the accreditation application