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11/21/2025

Why the 2026 ASWB Exam Will Expose Your Weak Study Habits

The 2026 ASWB Exam is NOT playing with y’all. 😅
New structure. New competencies. Less memorizing… more APPLYING.

If your study habits were shaky before?
This new format is gonna bring all of that to the light REAL quick.

In this reel, I break down why the 2026 exam will expose every gap in your prep — and how to fix it now so you can walk in ready, not rattled.

🔥 Here’s what you’ll learn:
• Why memorizing alone won’t save you
• How the new applied-knowledge focus changes EVERYTHING
• What study habits will get you stuck
• What habits actually raise your score
• The REAL strategy you need to pass on the first try

If you’re taking your LMSW/LCSW in 2026 or later…
This is your wake-up call.

Let’s fix your foundation so you step into that exam with confidence — not chaos.

Follow for more ASWB tips, strategies, and FNBM-style breakdowns. 💪📚

11/17/2025

Tackling Crisis Questions on the Exam in Less Than 60 Seconds

If crisis questions keep tripping you up — this is your video. ⚡️
I’m breaking down EXACTLY how to spot a crisis, what the exam expects you to do FIRST, and how to move through these scenarios fast, confidently, and correctly. No fluff. No overthinking. Just strategy.

This is a quick breakdown to help you think like the test — especially when you’re stressed, anxious, or second-guessing yourself. Watch this before your exam!

If you want more high-impact trainings, coaching, or full exam strategy support, join the LCSW Vibes community or check out the E.L.I.T.E. Test Prep Program at: www.ariszahillman.com

11/13/2025

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11/13/2025

Ever wondered who Your Favorite Coach really is? 👀
In this short series, I’m answering the most common questions I get — from how I started in social work, to building multiple six-figure businesses, to helping hundreds of future LCSWs pass their exam.

This is Part 1 , and we’re kicking it off with the real story behind my journey.

💬 Drop your questions below — your question might be featured next!
👇 Don’t forget to like, comment, and follow for Part 2!

11/11/2025

🚨 ASWB Exam Changes Are Coming in 2026! 🚨

Big updates are on the way — new domains, more ethics, and a bigger focus on application over memorization. Don’t wait until the changes hit!

💡 Get prepared today with our Bootcamps, Courses, and FNBM Method so you can test with confidence — before or after the transition.

👉 Join the community & start your prep now: ariszahillman.com

11/10/2025

OCD Explained in 60 Seconds: Obsessions vs. Compulsions

🧠 Ever wonder what really separates obsessions from compulsions?
Obsessions are the unwanted thoughts or fears that keep looping in your head — “What if I left the stove on?” 🔁
Compulsions are the actions you take to quiet those thoughts — like checking the stove over and over again. 🔥➡️🚪

In this quick breakdown, I’m showing how the cycle keeps anxiety alive and what real treatment focuses on instead.

💡 Remember: OCD isn’t about being “neat” — it’s about feeling trapped in a mental loop you can’t turn off.

11/06/2025

Don’t skip the assessment — it’s the foundation of everything we do as social workers. 🧠 Before you act, you’ve got to understand.

On the exam — and in real life — that means: gather data, explore the problem, then intervene.

Remember: Assessment before Action isn’t just a phrase… it’s a test-saver. 🚨💯

11/03/2025

Bipolar I vs Bipolar II — What’s the Real Difference?

In this quick breakdown, we’re cutting through the confusion between Bipolar I and Bipolar II. Both involve mood swings, but the intensity and type of episodes set them apart:

Bipolar I = at least one manic episode (can be severe, even requiring hospitalization).

Bipolar II = hypomania + depression — not full mania, but still disruptive.

10/30/2025

Check out the full video Defense Mechanism. If you want the cheatsheet/Quiz: Join the channel at: www.youtube.com//join

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10/29/2025

🧠 Defense Mechanisms Explained — What Every Test Taker or Therapist Should Know!

In this video, we’re diving deep into defense mechanisms — those unconscious strategies people use to protect themselves from anxiety, conflict, and uncomfortable emotions. Whether you’re studying for the LMSW/LCSW exam or just want to understand human behavior on a deeper level, this breakdown will make it click.

You’ll learn:

The most common defense mechanisms (and how to spot them in clients)

Key differences between mature, neurotic, and immature defenses

Real-world examples and how they show up in therapy sessions

What the ASWB exam really wants you to know about this topic

Perfect for:
🎯 Social work students, therapists, and anyone preparing for the ASWB exam
🎯 Clinicians who want to strengthen their assessment and conceptualization skills

✨ Stay tuned till the end for a quick quiz to test your knowledge!

10/23/2025

🎥 Displacement vs Projection — Know the Difference! 🧠
Ever wonder why someone yells at their partner after a bad day at work? Or accuses others of what they’re actually feeling? That’s displacement and projection in action!

In this quick breakdown, we’re clearing up these two classic defense mechanisms so you never confuse them again:
➡️ Displacement = redirecting emotions to a safer target (mad at boss ➡️ snaps at spouse).
➡️ Projection = attributing your own feelings to someone else (“They’re so angry” when really, you are).

Perfect for and prep — and honestly, for everyday life.
💡 Know the difference, pass the test, and understand people better while you’re at it!