Linda Nguyen

Linda Nguyen ◦ Asian American Mental Health Therapist
◦ Focuses on domestic violence and s*xual assault

I have officially joined the provider network for the Asian Mental Health Collective’s (AMHC) Lotus Therapy Fund! It is ...
10/09/2025

I have officially joined the provider network for the Asian Mental Health Collective’s (AMHC) Lotus Therapy Fund! It is importnat for me to remove financial and logistical barriers to mental health services for the Asian community.

With working with the The Lotus Therapy, I will be able to provide Asian identified clients with 8 free sessions of therapy over a three-month period.

For those in need of financial assistance for therapy, please visit the Asian Mental Health Collective’s website for official announcements regarding the next application cycle. Their website is: https://www.asianmhc.org/free-therapy-funds/.

10/06/2025

Why I left a group practice

I am now accepting Providence Health Plan insurance!
09/25/2025

I am now accepting Providence Health Plan insurance!

I am now accepting Aetna insurance!
09/06/2025

I am now accepting Aetna insurance!

Here’s a list of thoughtful and strategic questions you can ask a potential employer as a Clinical Social Work Associate...
08/08/2025

Here’s a list of thoughtful and strategic questions you can ask a potential employer as a Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) or therapist!

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗖𝗦𝗪𝗔 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁
Do you provide clinical supervision that meets Oregon Board of Social Work requirements for CSWAs?
How often is supervision provided, and by whom?
Is the supervisor a LCSW approved by the board?
Is supervision paid for by the agency or do I need to arrange/pay for it separately?
Do you help with documentation required for CSWA licensure and renewal (e.g., supervision logs, evaluations)? 

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵
What kind of training or continuing education opportunities do you offer?
Are there opportunities to work with diverse populations and clinical presentations?
What type of clinical cases would I typically see?
How do you support associates in growing their skills and confidence as new clinicians?

𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱, 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
What is the expected caseload for a CSWA?
How many client contact hours per week are typical?
Are there productivity requirements? If so, what are they?
Is there flexibility in scheduling to support work-life balance or burnout prevention?

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀
What is the pay structure (salary/hourly/fee-for-service)?
Are benefits (health insurance, PTO, sick leave, CEU reimbursement) included?
Is there paid time for supervision or documentation?

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗦𝗪?1–3 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻- Start your job search before you of...
08/07/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗦𝗪?

1–3 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
- Start your job search before you officially graduate! Many agencies, clinics, and nonprofits will consider applicants who are about to finish their MSW, especially if you're on track to apply for your CSWA (Clinical Social Work Associate) in Oregon.

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗦𝗪𝗔
- You don’t need to wait until your CSWA is fully approved to apply for jobs—many positions will accept “pending licensure” applicants, meaning you're eligible to start once your application is in process.

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗦𝗪𝗔-𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀
Search for jobs that include terms like:
“CSWA eligible”
“Associate level therapist”
“Supervision provided”
“MSW graduate encouraged to apply”

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗦𝗪 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀
Outpatient therapist (agency or nonprofit)
Case manager (with therapy component)
School-based or youth services therapist
Crisis response worker
Hospital social work (especially behavioral health)
In-home or community-based services

Before becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I was a Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA)! A CSWA is the f...
08/07/2025

Before becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I was a Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA)!

A CSWA is the first step toward becoming a (LCSW) in Oregon.

As a CSWA, you can provide therapy under supervision while working toward your LCSW. You’ll need a Board-approved supervision plan, and you must complete 3,500 total hours of supervised experience—including 2,000 hours of direct client work and 100 hours of supervision (at least 50 of those must be individual). This credential allows you to gain clinical experience, build your skills, and move closer to independent licensure as an LCSW in Oregon.

08/05/2025

Schooling and Becoming an LCSW

To become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oregon, you need to complete both undergraduate and graduate educa...
08/05/2025

To become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oregon, you need to complete both undergraduate and graduate education in social work or a related field. Here's a breakdown of the educational path:

Bachelor’s Degree
- Preferred: Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Alternative: Any other bachelor’s degree (psychology, sociology).

Master’s Degree
- Must earn a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
- 2 internships
- Advance track

My educational path included getting my Bachelor's of Science in Psychology and Community Mental Health and Master's of Social Work at Portland State University.
During my MSW Program, I completed two internships at the Sexual Assault Resource Center and Clackamas Women's Services.

The MSW Program also included an advance track. I choose advance clinical track in order to provide therapy to clients.

This information is specific to my education path, but it also varies depending on state and school.

Edit: Typo in graphic :) *

When you're meeting a therapist for a consultation, it's important to ask questions that help you assess if they are the...
08/04/2025

When you're meeting a therapist for a consultation, it's important to ask questions that help you assess if they are the right fit for your needs and goals!

Here are some questions that might be helpful to ask a therapist!

The prefrontal cortex (PFC) helps with focus, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and impulse control.After trauma, i...
08/04/2025

The prefrontal cortex (PFC) helps with focus, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and impulse control.
After trauma, it can shutdown.

Harder to Think Clearly
When triggered, logic takes a backseat.
- Example: Freezing or going blank during a conflict or stressful moment.

Trouble Regulating Emotions
It’s harder to soothe yourself or put feelings into words.
- Example: Feeling overwhelmed by emotions or reacting more intensely than you’d like.

Impulsive Reactions
When the PFC is underactive, it's easier to act before thinking.
- Example: Snapping at someone or shutting down quickly.

Difficulty Making Decisions
The brain may struggle to weigh options or trust your own judgment.
- Example: Feeling stuck or anxious even about “small” choices.

Disconnect from the Present
Trauma can pull you out of the now. The PFC helps ground you—but when offline, you might feel spaced out or detached.
- Example: Dissociating during stressful moments.

Hi everyone! I am accepting new clients. I am also accepting new CSWA supervisees for clinical supervision as well. I be...
08/04/2025

Hi everyone! I am accepting new clients. I am also accepting new CSWA supervisees for clinical supervision as well.

I believe therapy to be a collaborative process in order to create an opportunity for clients to heal. In this collaborative process, I strive to provide a safe and non- judgmental environment for you to experience insight, growth, feel heard and seen, and make progress within your healing journey.

My speciality is providing therapy to clients who have experienced or are currently experiencing domestic violence, dating violence, s*xual assault, s*xual harassment, stalking and s*x trafficking.

If you are interested, please reach out on my website www.lindanguyentherapy.com.

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