Dear Friends,

I'm hosting our last Cinema Therapy Club screening of the year at my home! I'd love to share this special evening with you on Friday, December 6th. We'll watch a thoughtful film about men's mental health. Just so you know - I have three pets (a friendly dog and two cats). If you have allergies, I'd be happy to share the name of the film privately and connect for a chat after. I'm grateful for all the meaningful evenings we've shared this year.

My exact address will be provided once you register. 

Warmly,
Kusum (& Pooja)

ENTRY IS OPEN TO SCV-CAMFT MEMBERS ONLY.

Facilitated by Jaclyn Long, LMFT and LaDonna Silva, LMFT

No CE credits. Registration is limited to 30 participants.

Description 

These past few months have been challenging for many of us, and you have been offering so much support to so many along the way. Join us for an inspiring journey of accessing the deep wisdom within as you explore your Self and Parts. In this nourishing mini-retreat, Jaclyn Long will treat you to a Somatic IFS-informed yin yoga class - with soothing music, very gentle floor poses and a compassionate invitation to be with all of the different parts of you that arise as we move and breathe together. 

After a short break with a chance to network with other therapists, you'll be invited to flow into authentic movement. LaDonna Silva, MFT will lead you through a lyrical journey of moving with, remembering and reclaiming different aspects of yourself, your body and your inner life. 

Give yourself this opportunity to connect with your deep, wise, loving Self, with your parts and with others!

Flow of Events

12:50pm: Check in, sign waivers, set up yoga mats

1:00-1:10pm: Introductions

1:10-2:45pm: Somatic IFS-informed Yin Yoga with Jaclyn Long, MFT, CYT. The yoga class will include an IFS meditation, chanting, conscious breathing, and Somatic-IFS informed gentle yoga, with modifications for all levels to enjoy. This class will offer gentle, nourishing poses to provide an inclusive experience and promote internal awareness. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Beginners are welcome and encouraged.

2:45pm-3pm: Break to enjoy conversation with your colleagues

3-4pm: Somatic IFS-Informed movement session with LaDonna Silva, LMFT. The movement portion of our time together will explore your relationship to your body, experience listening to your system and the ways your body may want to shift and move while supporting attunement and healing.

After the mini-retreat, you are welcome to linger, chat, and enjoy each other’s company as you integrate this nourishing experience.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Orr at mail@scv-camft.org. Also, let Nancy Orr know if you have any other needs / accommodation requests.

What to bring

• Comfortable clothes - with layers in case you get hot / cold

• Yoga mat (we have some extras if you don't have one)

• Blanket for sitting on and/or warmth

• Journal & pen

• Water bottle / covered coffee mug with lid

About the Presenters 

Jaclyn Long, LMFT (she / her) is a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist, Somatic IFS Therapist and Certified Yoga Teacher.  Jaclyn is also the Founder & Director of Mindful Child & Family Therapy and Collective Self Energy in Los Altos and San Jose. She has been leading international retreats since 2004 and supporting children, teens & adults as a therapist since 2003.  For more information on Jaclyn: https://mcaft.com/staff/jaclyn-long/ 

LaDonna Silva, LMFT, (she/her) is a Process Therapist, a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist, a Somatic IFS Therapist and an Approved IFS Clinical Consultant. LaDonna has a private practice in Campbell working with adults, couples and she facilitates consult and process groups. For more information on LaDonna: https://www.ladonnasilva.com/about-the-therapist.html  

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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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.

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 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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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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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?

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 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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