How do social workers establish what theories or methods to utilize in practice?

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Becoming knowledgeable and effective as a social worker begins with a familiarity with and an understanding of the commonly used and well-established theories and methods used in social work practice. Once this knowledge is established, the social worker can assess a situation and determine which theory, method, or combination of theories or methods is most appropriate for the client, the situation, and the social worker. Often, social workers favor particular theories or frameworks as they align with the ethos of the social worker or the agency/organization in which they work.