[HumanSer] Trouble finding a practicum site in california

[Serena Cucco]

Hi Armando,

It's quite difficult for many blind people to find practicums and jobs.  I
have my Masters in Social Work.  Both of my practicums didn't work out as
well as I hoped.  One of them because my supervisor only let me observe the
court proceedings, not interact with clients.  Although I'm sure part of
this was because I'm blind, the social worker who worked for this court
retired right before I started there, so it's possible that my supervisor
had never dealt with interns.  At the second practicum, my supervisor gave
me plenty to do, except running therapeutic groups simply wasn't and still
doesn't match my skill set.  To her credit, she let me work with clients
individually my second semester.  That worked out a bit better, but I still
wouldn't have wanted to work there.  Sorry I can't provide more positive
advice.  Good luck finding a practicum!

Serena

On Sun, Aug 24, 2025 at 10:03 PM Armando Maldonado via HumanSer <
humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Hello,
>
> I know this may be a long shot but I'm seeking assistance in the following:
> I'm currently a Master Student enrolled at National University's Master of
> Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) program. I have applied both in
> person and remotely to no avail. I have been the subject of potential sites
> discriminating me as they tend to focus on my visual impairment verses what
> I'm able to do. What are some best places to perhaps secure a practicum
> placement for March of 2026? Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated.
> Thanks and hope you have a good day.
>
> Respectfully,
>
> Armando Maldonado
>
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