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    • Friday, January 24, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • ONLINE
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    Presented by Juliann Halvorsen


    Includes 1.5 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test.
     

    In this seminar you will learn concepts and practices when it comes to working with cancer patients and their loved ones. This focuses on newly diagnosed to end-of-life issues for adults.Topics include patient advocacy, client/therapist experience,   existential issues and coping skills. Demographics and cultural competency is also included. This seminar is appropriate for anyone entering the oncology field as an advocate or social worker and also for anyone in private practice taking on a client with a cancer diagnosis.

    Program Goal

    Clinicians attending will gain an understanding of their own strengths when a client is faced with a cancer diagnosis, become more aware of their own personal and professional triggers, as well as integrate appropriate skills the client can use in times of stress.

    Learning Objectives

    At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

    1. Incorporate 3 coping skills for themselves in a clinical setting,
    2. Identify 3 aspects of well-being for cancer patients,
    3. Explain the difference between safety and crisis planning,
    4. Gain 4 tools to help increase advocacy skills for clients.

      About the Presenter

      Juliann holds a Masters degree in counseling psychology from Holy Names University and has practiced as a certified massage therapist for 10 years. She has been working at Cancer CAREpoint for the past 5 years, specifically working with cancer patients and their loved ones, exploring the ripple effect it has on one's life. The working knowledge of physical and mental health has provided the chance to work with people at one of the darkest times of their lives, building innate strength, creating mind/body awareness as well as the chance to help people medically advocate for themselves.


      This is an introductory level course.
      TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

      If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs (CEPA 052466). SCV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

      The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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      • Saturday, January 25, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      • Milpitas, CA
      • 5
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      • Friday, February 21, 2025
      • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      • ONLINE

      Presented by Mike Griffin, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

      Includes 3 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test. 

      Discount for Chapter Members
      Members of a local chapter will receive a $5 discount. Be sure to be logged in when you register. 

      Chapter members:  $60
      CAMFT members:  $65
      Non-members:  $85

      Register Here

      Presentation Description

      This three-hour workshop provides a broad overview of the ethical standards found in Part I of the CAMFT Code of Ethics and the procedures expressed in Part II of the Code which govern the actions taken when an ethics complaint is filed.

      The workshop will discuss examples of alleged ethical violations that are reported to the Ethics Committee and offer suggestions to therapists regarding ethical practice. Vignettes will be utilized, as appropriate, to illustrate examples of scenarios which often lead to complaints, and to suggest practices which may be helpful to therapists in avoiding ethical problems. Attendees at this workshop may earn a total of three hours of continuing education (CEU) credit, as required by the Board of Behavioral Sciences for licensed marriage and family therapists, licensed clinical social workers, and licensed professional clinical counselors.

      Topics to be discussed:

      • What is the purpose of the Code of Ethics?
      • What topics are addressed in the Code of Ethics?
      • What is the role of the CAMFT Ethics Committee?
      • What does it mean to say that something is “unethical?”
      • Who is obligated to follow the Code of Ethics?
      • What should I do if someone files an ethical complaint against me?
      • When should I consult the Code of Ethics for guidance?
      • How can therapists avoid ethical complaints?

        Measurable Learning Objectives

        Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

        1. Explain what the Code of Ethics says about “Ethical Decision-Making.”
        2. Utilize the Code of Ethics to locate ethical standards which concern Confidentiality; Informed Consent; Telehealth; Responsibility to the Legal System; Financial Arrangements; Advertising; Dual/Multiple Relationships, and other topics.
        3. Identify one or more ethical considerations when working with clients who are involved with the legal system.
        4. Identify one or more ethical considerations when a client asks you to write a letter.
        5. Describe the functions of the Ethics Committee.

        TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

        • Saturday, February 22, 2025
        • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
        • Milpitas, CA
        • 6
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        • Friday, February 28, 2025
        • 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM
        • Michael's at Shoreline, 2960 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA
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        Presented by Ursula Jorgensen, ATR-BC, LMFT and Kassidy Butterworth, ATR, LMFT

        Includes 2 CE credits. In person ONLY. No online option and no recording. Lunch will be served at 11:15 AM with the presentation starting at 12:00 PM. 

        Presentation Description

        Every mental health professional usually has some experiences both personal and professional that inspires them to work in trauma and the healing of it. We do our best to bring our knowledge, experience, and passion to help others in the work. But Covid has made it increasing hard to use that same compassionate wisdom on own self care or honor the many roles we play in our daily lives. We are the coach, counselor, child, adult, friend, office manager, taxi driver, or partner to many people that we love at home or in our care during office hours. This workshop is to share an overview of art therapy versus art in therapy with a primary focus on self. The participant will gain experiential knowledge about spending time with themselves using a compassionate reverence for the many roles we play to others and ourselves. The presentation is aimed at mental health professionals that could use a little TLC (tender loving compassion) on the self. Free art supplies will be shared at the end of the presentation. 

        You don't need to bring anything - all will provided. No prior experience is necessary, just a willingness to have some fun in a small community setting.

        We will raffle 3 prizes among the first 25 who register - so sign up now!

        1. One 1:1 collage experience at my office, in person or online   

        2. One art consultation

        3. One collage party for up to 4 at your location

        Program Goals

        Compassionate self care through art making with the mental health professional.

        Learning Objectives

        1. Identify four key principles of Art Therapy
        2. Compare the difference between Art Therapy and Art in therapy
        3. Apply Whole Collage to self care or support with clients
        4. Understand the considerations of this art medium for clients
        5. State three resources for additional information on collage or expressive techniques with clients. 

        About the Presenters

        Ursula is a Board-Certified Art Therapist and owner of the group practice Bay Area Art Therapy which has been in service for 6 yrs and has 6 offices in Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont, and San Mateo. She uses a combination of person-centered approach with narrative interventions and existential philosophy. Some people that like food are called foodies, Ursula loves words and is a self-titled Wordie! However, before the words come is usually the art or symbol. My favorite quote is by Edith Wharton. "There are two ways of spreading the light; to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it." A caring attuned therapist can help provide the environment that allows emotions, feelings, and thoughts to externalize and that visual expression or creation becomes the mirror.

        Kassidy is a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and LMFT. Kassidy collaborates with her clients to create a roadmap to their goals while exploring what's not working in their life, and celebrate their strengths! Art therapy allows her to use a relational and strengths-based approach with culturally humble interventions to improve emotional regulation, social skills, coping mechanisms, and self-efficacy.  She is passionate about the transformational power of art as an agent of growth and change.

        This is an introductory level course.
        TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

        If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs (CEPA 052466). SCV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

        The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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        • Friday, March 21, 2025
        • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
        • ONLINE
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        Presented by Theo Villalobos, LMFT

        Includes 2 CE credits. A recording of this event will be available to registrants for 3 months. If you cannot attend live, you can watch the recording and pass a test to obtain the CE credit. 

        In this training, we will be exploring neurodiversity as an intersection of human diversity, as well as the impacts of stigmatization and bias on this population. Additionally we will explore disparities in access and the impacts of assessor bias. Finally, we will explore example cases via an intersectional lens and considering neuro-affirming practices and their applications.

        Program Goal

        The participants will learn tenets of a neuro-affirming model of care within an ecological foundation. The participants will learn some best practices that include awareness of own communication styles and biases that can negatively impact care.

        Learning Objectives

        At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

        1. Identify 3 examples of assessor bias

        2. Analyze 3 ways in which intersections can impact neurodivergent diagnosis and access to care

        3. State 4 tenets of neuro-affirming psychotherapy

        4. Identify 2 ways in which you can acknowledge and address the double empathy bind

          About the Presenter

          Theo is a licensed marriage and family therapist and consultant in the state of California working in their private practice, Arcoiris Therapy. They are nonbinary, Latinx and neurodivergent (autistic and ADHD). Theo is passionate about offering neuro-and-gender affirming care that is trauma informed to individuals and groups in 2 languages (English and Spanish). They are informed by an ecological model of self and are IFS trained as well as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). When not working with clients directly, Theo makes coloring books and offers training on topics like intersectionality, LGBTQ+ affirming practices, and Latinx identities and mental health disparities. They have a BA from Stanford University and a MA from Santa Clara University.

          This is an introductory level course.

          TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

          If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications of 2 continuing education credit for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is a CAMFT-approved Continuing Education Provider (CEPA 052466).

          The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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          • Saturday, March 29, 2025
          • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
          • Michael's at Shoreline, 2960 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA + ONLINE
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          Presented by Valerie Beltrán, LMFT


          Includes 2 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. Continental breakfast will be served at 9:30 AM for in person attendees. The presentation will begin at 10 AM. This event will be in person and live online. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test.
           

          An introduction to psychedelics for clinicians who don’t want to do a full Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT) training, but want to be psychedelically-informed. Be better equipped to answer questions clients might ask about safety, efficacy, contraindications, and use-cases for psychedelics including (but not limited to):

          • Psilocybin (aka magic mushrooms)
          • MDMA (aka ecstasy or Molly)
          • LSD (aka acid)
          • Ketamine

          Psychedelics are becoming more and more mainstream, with frequent local and national news coverage, popular books and documentaries (eg. How to Change your Mind by Michael Pollan & Fantastic Fungi), and generous funding for research studies. States like Oregon and Colorado are decriminalizing some psychedelics. The FDA considered approving MDMA at the federal level (this was rejected in August 2024; we’ll discuss why, and what this means for PAT).

          In this training, you’ll get an overview of:

          • History and the current state of PAT
          • Legality (recreationally and therapeutically), including the difference between decriminalization, legalization, and medicalization
          • Basic principles of PAT, and how it’s different from regular therapy
          • Therapeutic modalities that often work best with PAT (eg. Somatic therapy & Internal Family Systems)
          • Situations when psychedelics might not be appropriate for a client (eg. If they’re taking medications that are contraindicated like an SSRI, lithium, benzodiazepines, etc; or if they have a history of psychosis or manic episodes)
          • Where to refer clients who want PAT
          • Recommended trainings for therapists who want to increase their skills/understanding
          • Recommended trainings for laypeople (such as clients) who want to learn how to hold space for a friend/partner who wants to use a psychedelic

          This is for therapists who want to be better prepared for client questions like:

          • Is it safe? Legal? Effective?
          • Which psychedelic should I take? How much? What about microdosing?
          • Can I take it alone? Recreationally?
          • What if I’m taking an SSRI/benzodiazepine/herbal supplement/etc?

          Program Goal

          Clinicians attending will gain an understanding of their own strengths when a client is faced with a cancer diagnosis, become more aware of their own personal and professional triggers, as well as integrate appropriate skills the client can use in times of stress.

          Learning Objectives

          At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

          1. Explain the difference between legalization, medicalization, and decriminalization

          2. Identify medications, physical conditions, and psychological disorders that are contraindicated or are potential risks for psychedelic use
          3. Identify at least 2 resources to refer to clients seeking PAT
          4. Identify at least 2 trainings for therapists/guides wanting to learn PAT
          5. Explain the difference between microdosing and a therapeutic or recreational dose

          About the Presenter

          Valerie Beltrán, LMFT, is the Director of Outreach for the Zendo Project, a nonprofit that provides psychedelic care at festivals, as well as a psychedelic therapist and supervisor. She completed CIIS’s Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy & Research program in 2019, is a core instructor in the Psychedelics Today Vital psychedelic certification program, and has been a supervisor at Alchemy Therapy since 2020, a sliding scale clinic that offers psychotherapy and psychedelic-assisted therapy to underserved communities in the Bay Area. Valerie was formerly the Head of Operations for the conscious tech startup Consciousness Hacking, a trauma trainer and consultant with WestEd, and an Academic advisor at JFKU. Valerie offers consultation and online courses for licensed therapists and unlicensed psychedelic guides. Valerie's website: https://www.therapywithvalerie.com/

          This is an introductory level course.
          TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

          If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs (CEPA 052466). SCV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

          The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.


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          • Saturday, April 05, 2025
          • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
          • ONLINE
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          Presented by Rachel Holowicki, LEP


          Includes 1.5 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test.
           

          The special education process in schools can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. If a child has a disability that impacts their education, they are entitled to an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 plan. This presentation will discuss the basics of these federal programs and help you understand how to request support for your clients and their families. As community mental health providers, understanding the special education system can help you advocate for clients, children, and their families.

          Program Goal

          This presentation seeks to educate mental health professionals not currently practicing in schools about the special education process. This will help attendees better understand how to support clients and their families with disabilities in the school system. Attendees will understand the different options for support and how to assist families navigating the special education process.

          Learning Objectives

          At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

          1. Identify two differences between IEP's and IEE's
          2. Define two federal rights children and families have under IDEA and Section 504
          3. Describe three steps that will assist families in initiating the special education process
          4. Explain two differences between IEP and 504 plans

          About the Presenter

          Rachel Holowicki, LEP #4257 specializes in helping children facing challenges such as ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and anxiety. She has worked as a Developmental Therapist, School Psychologist, and Licensed Educational Psychologist in Illinois and California. Rachel is dedicated to ensuring that each student receives the tailored support they need to thrive academically and emotionally. Her expertise extends to addressing the needs of gifted learners, ensuring they receive appropriate accommodations and enrichment opportunities. Rachel is currently pursuing continuing education to become a Diplomat in School Neuropsychology.

          Rachel offers comprehensive assessments and specialized support for children facing challenges such as ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and anxiety. With a focus on individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans, Rachel is dedicated to ensuring that each student receives the tailored support they need to thrive academically and emotionally. Her expertise extends to addressing the needs of gifted learners, ensuring they receive appropriate accommodations and enrichment opportunities.

          This is an introductory level course.

          TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

          If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications of 1.5 continuing education credit for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is a CAMFT-approved Continuing Education Provider (CEPA 052466).

          The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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          • Friday, April 25, 2025
          • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
          • ONLINE

          Presented by Kristin Roscoe , JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

          Includes 3 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test. 

          Discount for Chapter Members
          Members of a local chapter will receive a $5 discount. Be sure to be logged in when you register. 

          Chapter members:  $60
          CAMFT members:  $65
          Non-members:  $85

          Register Here

          Sometimes, child abuse or neglect is obvious, and you don’t even hesitate before calling CPS or law enforcement. Unfortunately, most of your obligations as a mandated reporter live in that horrible grey area. Is what your patient reports even something that could trigger obligations to report? Do you have reasonable suspicion that child abuse or neglect may have occurred? What is reasonable suspicion? Have you ever found yourself asking these types of questions? If so, this three-hour workshop will provide attendees with an overview of those obligations outlined in California’s Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) to be more confident when presented with potential reporting issues.

              Measurable Learning Objectives

              Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

              1. Identify the categories of child abuse and neglect under California’s Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

              2. Identify the three entities a mandated reporter is permitted to report to

              3. Distinguish between those reporting obligations that are mandated versus permissive
              4. State the amount of time a mandated reporter has to make an initial verbal report and the subsequent written report

              TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

              • Friday, May 09, 2025
              • 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM
              • Michael's at Shoreline, 2960 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA + ONLINE
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              Presented by Holly LaBarbara, LMFT

              Includes 2 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. Lunch will be served at 11:15 AM for in person attendees. The presentation will begin at 12:00 PM. This event will be in person and live online. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test. 

              Presentation Description

              How many clients walk through your door who remind you of Hannibal Lecter? How about Heath Ledger’s Joker? Probably not many. Yet these stereotypes of mental illness are embedded in our cultural psyche, perpetuating stigma and shame.

              In this interactive presentation, Holly LaBarbera, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, adjunct professor at Santa Clara University, and author, will discuss a genre of storytelling that de-stigmatizes and offers authentic and complex perspectives on mental health struggles. In much the same way as historical fiction engages readers in learning about the past, Holly coins the phrase psychological fiction in referring to novels that entertain while educating about psychological challenges.

              Holly will talk about the treatment of mental health issues in her novel, All I Know, and in other works by authors such as Wally Lamb and Celeste Ng. She will explore the ways in which meaningful, honest representations of characters experiencing depression, grief, addiction, trauma, anxiety and other disorders, can help cultivate empathy and understanding and help individuals with these challenges to feel less alone. She will share a reading list of some of her favorite novels that accomplish this.

              Additionally, you will learn how to bring stories into the therapy room to build rapport and support growth and healing for your clients. Holly will teach you how to use stories to externalize and explore how clients see themselves, make sense of relationships, and move through the world. She will share case studies of sharing books, movies, and TV shows with clients and describe how it has helped move the therapy forward.

              Finally, Holly will lead you in an experiential activity of therapeutic letter-writing, turning the focus from stories others create to writing about your own experience. Kai Martin, the protagonist in All I Know, writes letters as a therapeutic exercise and Holly has used this technique with clients as another variation of using the written word to process their issues.

              Program Goals

                This class will provide clinicians with knowledge and understanding about how fictional stories can be used to promote healing for clients.

                Learning Objectives

                At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

                1. identify two ways in which stories can help de-stigmatize mental health challenges, cultivate empathy and help clients feel validated.

                2. identify specific books, movies and shows that are useful in a therapeutic setting.
                3. implement two interventions for using stories with clients to build rapport, support growth and healing, and explore how clients see themselves, make sense of relationships and move through the world.
                4. State the therapeutic benefits of writing letters.
                5. List three steps used to teach clients how to write therapeutic letters.

                About the Presenter

                Holly LaBarbera received her MA in counseling psychology from Santa Clara University in 2011. She opened her private practice in Fremont in 2014, working with teens, adult individuals, and couples. She has taught as an adjunct lecturer at SCU since 2021. Holly started writing a number of years ago and published her debut novel, All I Know, in June 2024.

                This is an introductory level course.
                TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

                If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs (CEPA 052466). SCV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

                The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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                • Friday, May 30, 2025
                • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
                • ONLINE
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                Presented by Amy Isabella Chalker, RDN, CEDS


                Includes 1.5 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test.
                 

                Join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Amy Isabella Chalker for an insightful presentation as she shares her expertise in guiding parents, caregivers, and professionals to foster emotionally and behaviorally healthy relationships with food, self, and others within a family unit. Are you are concerned that your client is developing disordered eating behaviors? Do you hear about frequent power struggles within the family over eating and other issues? Are you aware of a client's eating autonomy being eroded by well-meaning but over-reaching caregivers within the household? Learn how to navigate all this and more during Amy's presentation, designed to provide relevant, applicable, evidence-based information to address feeding struggles in the home and other group environments.

                Program Goal

                This presentation is designed to help clinicians recognize when feeding issues may be going awry within a family unit and provide practical tools to help correct any imbalances using emotional and behavioral interventions based on evidence-based studies, accepted theory, and clinical practice. Potential positive outcomes of such interventions include a more resilient and cohesive family unit predicated on a clear understanding of care and autonomy, a stronger sense of self among all family members, and a more confident relationship with food as children age.

                Learning Objectives

                At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

                1. List 3 responsibilities of parents/caregivers in the SR-Division of Responsibility

                2. List 2 responsibilities of children in the SR-Division of Responsibility
                3. Identify 3 ways parents/caregivers may erode a child's eating autonomy

                    About the Presenter

                    Amy has been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for 18 years, working in a variety of professional settings. Her focus has ranged from general nutrition to weight management to her current specialities in Clinical Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating behaviors, Child/Family Feeding, and co-occurring gastrointestinal conditions/chronic illnesses.

                    Amy is a member of iaedp (International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals), VFED (Valley Federation of Eating Disorder Professionals), and IFEDD (International Federation of Eating Disorder Dietitians), and maintains her RDN status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration. She is also a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) through iaedp.

                    Amy practices through a Modern Psychoanalytic/ Psychodynamic lens, emphasizing the clinical relationship as central to the healing process.

                    This is an intermediate level course.
                    TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

                    If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs (CEPA 052466). SCV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

                    The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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                    • Friday, June 06, 2025
                    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
                    • ONLINE

                    Presented by Bradley J. Muldrow, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

                    Includes 3 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test. 

                    Discount for Chapter Members
                    Members of a local chapter will receive a $5 discount. Be sure to be logged in when you register. 

                    Chapter members:  $60
                    CAMFT members:  $65
                    Non-members:  $85

                    Register Here

                    Presentation Description 

                    Although elder and dependent adult reporting is one of the most common legal issues therapists navigate in practice, it tends to receive much less focus than child abuse reporting. This workshop will provide a detailed overview of the mandated reporting procedures outlined in California’s Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act, including the different types of reportable elder and dependent adult abuse, the types of California agencies that receive mandated elder and dependent adult abuse reports, and how much time mandated reporters have to make these reports.

                    The workshop will also address some of the most complex reporting issues therapists face, including: how the reporting requirements differ when alleged elder or dependent adult abuse victims reside outside of California, how to determine if a patient constitutes a “dependent adult,” and the types of abuse for which elder and dependent adult abuse reporting is mandated (as opposed to optional).

                    Educational Goals

                    Participants will become familiar with the categories of reportable elder and dependent adult abuse, under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. Participants will understand the procedures for making mandated and optional elder and dependent adult abuse reports, under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. Participants will further understand how much time California mandated reporters have to complete and submit mandated and optional elder and dependent adult abuse reports.

                      Measurable Learning Objectives

                      Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

                      1. Participants will be able to identify the six categories of elder and dependent adult abuse California mandated reporters are required to report.

                      2. Participants will be able to identify the specific California agencies that are authorized to receive mandated elder and dependent adult abuse reports.
                      3. In applicable circumstances, participants will be able to distinguish the amount of time California mandated reporters have to make initial phone reports of elder and dependent adult abuse vs. written follow-up reports regarding elder and dependent adult abuse.
                      4. Participants will be able to state which forms of elder and dependent adult abuse are optional (as opposed to mandated) for mandated reporters to report, under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act.

                        TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

                        • Saturday, October 25, 2025
                        • 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM
                        • Michael's at Shoreline, 2960 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA + ONLINE
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                        Presented by Valerie Beltrán, LMFT


                        Includes 3 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. Continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 AM for in person attendees. The presentation will begin at 9:00 AM. This event will be in person and live online. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test.
                         

                        This 3-hour presentation offers therapists an in-depth understanding of how to apply attachment-based therapy to support adult clients experiencing complicated grief. Participants will explore the relationship between attachment patterns and grief, learning how disrupted attachments can impact the grieving process and contribute to prolonged distress. Therapists will gain practical tools and techniques for integrating attachment-based approaches into their clinical practice. Attendees will learn how to recognize attachment-related issues in grief, foster secure connections, and facilitate healing for clients struggling with loss. This workshop is ideal for mental health professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in grief counseling and enhance their therapeutic skills using an attachment-focused framework.

                        Program Goal

                        To equip therapists with tools and strategies to support clients in processing and resolving grief in a healthy way. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how attachment styles influence grief responses and complications. This will enhance participants’ therapeutic skills and knowledge base, contributing to professional growth and career advancement.

                        Learning Objectives

                        At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

                        1. Identify the four adult attachment styles.

                        2. Explain the connection between attachment styles and grief responses.

                        3. Identify two  symptoms of complicated grief.

                        4. Apply one attachment-based interventions to support clients in processing loss.

                        About the Presenter

                        MaryBeth Lorence holds a Master of Science Degree in Clinical Psychology from Notre Dame de Namur University, and is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Post-graduation, she completed the 1 year Fellowship Program as well as the 2-year training at the Palo Alto Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Training Program. While in grad school, she began developing an interest in grief work volunteering as a co-facilitator for a children’s grief group for Sutter Home Care. As an associate, she worked with caretakers and bereaved adults for Mission Hospice. For several years, MaryBeth trained volunteers at the San Mateo Crisis Hotline on the topic of Grief & Loss. MaryBeth works in private practice in San Mateo.

                        This is an intermediate level course.
                        TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

                        If you miss any of the presentation, you will not be eligible for the CEUs. This course meets the qualifications for 3 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. SCV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs (CEPA 052466). SCV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

                        The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.


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