Ep. 93 Finding Purpose in Adoption Recruitment! ft. Kristy Ashley

Ep. 93 Finding Purpose in Adoption Recruitment! ft. Kristy Ashley

Author: Laura Swanson October 20, 2025 Duration: 33:39
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I speak with Kristy Ashley, and adoption recruiter with the Children's Home, as she details her journey in this field, what her role typically looks like, and meaningful moments she has experienced as an adoption recruiter. Kristy Ashley is an Adoption Recruiter based in Binghamton, NY, with nearly 22 years of dedicated service at The Children’s Home. She holds an associate degree in Early Childhood Education and has spent he...

Hosted by Laura Swanson, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Central New York, The Social Work Bubble Podcast is an ongoing conversation meant to fortify the community of care providers. Laura started this podcast out of a recognized need for more connection and shared dialogue within the profession, moving beyond isolated practice to a collective space. Each episode delves into the real, often unspoken, aspects of social work. You’ll hear frank discussions about navigating complex clinical decisions, the nuances of ethical intervention, and the practical realities of licensure and MSW programs. The show also explores detailed case studies, not as abstract lessons, but as lived experiences from the field. This podcast is designed as a resource for both seasoned professionals and those just considering a career in social work, covering the vast terrain in between. It’s more than an informational listen; it’s an invitation to a supportive network. By sharing knowledge and personal reflections, Laura aims to create an audio hub where social workers can find solidarity, reduce professional burnout, and ultimately thrive together. Tune in to be part of a community that understands the unique pressures and profound rewards of this essential work.
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Ep. 102 Why & How I Became a Social Worker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:53
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I share my personal social work journey, including why I entered social work, changing my major from nursing to human services, and what ultimately led…
Ep. 101 6 Grounding Exercises to Prevent Burnout! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:18
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I use the Anti-Burnout Card Deck to walk you through six different prompts yo can use to ground, prevent burnout, empathize with clients, and get throug…
Ep. 100 Top Lessons I've Learned 6 Years a Therapist [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:57
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, we are celebrating the 100th podcast episode with a breakdown of the biggest lessons I've learned in my first 6 years as a therapist & social worker! Th…
Ep. 99 Stepping Up to Nonprofit Leadership! ft. Kathy Archer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:29
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I speak with Kathy Archer, an incredible coach for women leaders in the nonprofit world! Kathy gives great insight on leadership, her observations on ho…
Ep. 95 7 Lies that Social Workers Believe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:48
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I get into 7 lies that social workers, and break down these myths so that we can be the best social workers we can be! Laura Swanson, LCSW began The Soc…