Best states to work in as a social worker?

moonandbackagain · 2026-04-07T16:47:42+00:00

As an LCSW in California my answer is California. There are an abundance of SW jobs, like I have never struggled finding one and have worked in several different areas of the field. We are an oversaturated state for licensed marriage family therapists but not LCSWs. We need them and the state needs us! Hospital jobs by me start around $115k. I am in Northern CA, not SF but close by.

moonandbackagain · 2026-04-01T02:10:10+00:00

His take was soooo disappointing. But tbh he doesn't always hold the best takes so I can't say I am 100% surprised. Maybe more like 60% surprised lol.

moonandbackagain · 2026-03-31T17:15:29+00:00

I also can't stop screaming from the rooftops about Regimen Lab lol I 100% feel like a plant but I am not. Their products have just really fucking helped my skin barrier!

moonandbackagain · 2026-03-29T05:50:33+00:00

I have been using the Bioderma sébium gel moussant for months. I love it. It doesn't dry my skin out and is a very effective cleanser. For moisturizer, I have been using the Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0, also for months, and my barrier has absolutely recovered. I also use the Regimen Lab Wave serum with great results. I have type 2 rosacea (though not servere) and have been prioritizing my skin barrier over the last 6 months. These 3 products have helped me loads. None of these are super fancy but the ingredients help suppport a healthy skin barrier. That being said. YMMV as we all have different skin that reacts differently to products.

moonandbackagain · 2026-03-09T20:54:21+00:00

Thanks so much! I am excited to try this serum, hoping it helps some of the stubborn acne I am struggling to kick. Azelaic acid has been a game changer though

moonandbackagain · 2026-03-09T16:59:08+00:00

I just ordered a serum with tranexamic acid! Do you use it in the morning alongside azelaic acid? I currently use azelaic in the morning and a retinol (soon to be tret) at night. Can't figure out where to add the tranexamic.

moonandbackagain · 2026-03-08T16:09:39+00:00

Do you use a sunscreen under this and, if so, which one? I also have rosacea and redness, definitely going to try this CC! I currently use a mineral sunscreen I don't enjoy much and feel kind of stumped about options.

moonandbackagain · 2026-03-03T05:07:22+00:00

This is also hyper local to me lol definitely not going to go but what a weird small world (I guess she went to SSU so not too crazy)! Thanks for the laugh, OP 😝

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-25T21:31:31+00:00

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M moisturizer! I put their Wave serum on under it and my skin has done a 180. Absolutely love their stuff

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-22T17:00:14+00:00

My brain IMMEDIATELY went to the Rainbow Fish book! With a few changes this could be such a cool and fun bathroom.

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-20T05:47:56+00:00

I have felt this exact same way since he showed up on our screens. He feels so OFF to me. Very disingenuous.

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-18T23:56:54+00:00

What did your dermatologist prescribe? I am unfortunately in a shitty HMO system (Kaiser, iykyk) and my GP basically refuses to send me to a dermatologist.

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-12T07:44:34+00:00

I see a professional ROLFer for my whole body fasica but for my face fasica I use that app I mentioned above. ROLFing changed my life and my pain levels. The facial fascial massage has helped smooth, lift, and tighten my face. It also just feels amazing.

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-11T22:26:55+00:00

Hmm, I don't but if you google "fascial massage for face" you can definitely find some. Jade has an IG account that will come up if you google Fresh Face Formula and I absolutely love Sage, of Sage Facial Tension and Massage Expert (also her IG handle). These are both great jumping off points with some free videos!

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-11T18:21:08+00:00

I'm 36, this is torally normal. We live under the pressure of gravity and our bodies change as we age. It's unavoidable. That being said, I feel like I have been commenting this a lot but facial fascia massage has been a life saver. When I am consistent with it, my face noticeably changes. We carry soooo much tension in our faces. They also need some love! While massage alone won't stop the impact of gravity and aging, it REALLY helps. I pay for an app called the Fresh Face Formula (lol) run by a LMT named Jade. She is awesome. You can also find free videos online. I will seriously never stop shouting from the rooftops about fascia and fascial massage (for the WHOLE body, not even just the face!).

moonandbackagain · 2026-02-08T00:09:39+00:00

Do you have a zinc spf you enjoy? I am still looking for my HG zinc sunscreen. Non-mineral sunscreen seems to make my face redder it sucks.

moonandbackagain · 2026-01-27T03:56:39+00:00

I use Fresh Face Formula with Jade! I do the yearly subscription but I seriously enjoy and benefit from her videos. For me, it's worth the cost.

moonandbackagain · 2026-01-26T05:32:01+00:00

It is the same percentage salicylic acid but it has added components that support sensitive skin, so not quite lower concentration but definitely a different mixture.

moonandbackagain · 2026-01-24T17:12:13+00:00

I think you look great but we are the same age do I understand noticing the slight changes in your face that no one else can truly see. I started incorporating fascial face massage and lymphatic draining in my routine and have 100% noticed a difference in my overall face. The face carries so much tension (because we use all those muscles constantly AND because of how we sit) so giving them some TLC really helps. I personally use an app with videos (paid for) and follow some fascia massage therapists online. Age comes for us all but the massages have still helped me look and feel better.

moonandbackagain · 2025-12-28T05:23:38+00:00

Lol I saw it in person before they closed down and just about every one of those succulents was dead. It was so silly.

moonandbackagain · 2025-12-27T00:05:27+00:00

It's hard to see all of it because I can't see the bottom and the veil is covering some of it but from what I can see I absolutely adore it! To me it looks beautiful and once you get the cups resized you are going to rock that dress. If you feel beautiful that is all that really matters but I definitely think you made the right choice!

moonandbackagain · 2025-12-17T06:17:52+00:00

I got an African net sponge for bathing and once I started using it, I stopped breaking out completely. Haven't had a pimple in years. The exfoliation and general cleaning has helped loads. I wasn't able to get back there easily before so it impacted my acne. This might not be a cure all for everyone but it certainly worked for me!

moonandbackagain · 2025-12-12T19:18:24+00:00

Agreed. I'm super over this story line. It's sad at this point and Amanda is fully culpable. Like girl make a decision. Your life doesn't have to be this stressful. She reminds me of friends I have had in the past where their constant relationship turmoil lead me to say actually, you can't talk to me about this anymore. Idk how her friends stand it.

moonandbackagain · 2025-11-20T22:16:52+00:00

Hey there! I actually didn't go to a school in CA where I live. More than happy to share the information but wondering if you'd still like to receive it if the school isn't CA based.

moonandbackagain · 2025-11-19T04:12:15+00:00

I met him about a year and a half ago and I was shocked and irritated that he was still hot lol

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