Law and Ethics: Working with Suicidal Clients
Who: SBCAMFT members and Non-SBCAMFT members (Join now!)
Where: Zoom--Sign up through the registration link below!
When: September 20, 2024 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Description: The workshop will discuss key issues involved when working with suicidal clients, including: The incidence of suicide, statistical and demographic data, avoiding liability, standards of care; identifying risk factors for suicide and undertaking reasonable protective actions, the “Zero Suicide Model,” relevant exceptions to confidentiality, relevant ethical standards and issues involving documentation.
The workshop will discuss key issues involved when working with dangerous clients, including: Standards of care, the “duty to protect” based upon Tarasoff v. Regents of Univ. of Calif., (1976) and Civil Code §43.92, the meaning of “patient communication” based upon Ewing v. Goldstein, Ph.D. (2004) and Ewing v. Northridge Hospital Center, (2004), the “duty to report,” based upon Welfare and Institutions Code §8100(b)(1) and §8105(c), and relevant exceptions to confidentiality.
Cost: $60 for SBCAMFT members, $65 for non-members (MUST REGISTER DIRECTLY THROUGH STATE CAMFT)
About the Presenter: Michael Griffin, Esq., LCSW has been a member of the CAMFT legal team since 2007. A graduate of the USC School of Social Work and Chapman University School of Law, Mr. Griffin earned his LCSW in 1982 and his California license as an Attorney in 2002. He has a broad professional background in various mental health settings (including Western Youth Services in Orange County, California, and Rady Children’s Psychiatry Dep’t in San Diego) as a clinician, administrator, supervisor, clinical case manager, school program coordinator, and outpatient clinic director. In addition to his work for CAMFT, Mr. Griffin is a practicing psychotherapist with adults, adolescents and children in Laguna Niguel, California.
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Additional Notes Pertaining To Our Policy As A CE Provider:
1) This course has been designed for a mental health professional that include LMFT's, LCSW's, LPCC's, and LEP's. Also, Pre-licensed and Associate members may earn hours of experience for attending the Santa Barbara Chapter of CAMFT workshops as approved by their supervisor.
2) Refund/Cancellation Policy: Attendees may cancel registration and request a refund one week from the time of the event.
3) To request accommodations for special needs, please email the Program Administrator at events@sbcamft.org.
4) To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email events@sbcamft.org.
5) Course Completion Certificates will be awarded at the end of the course in exchange for a completed evaluation form.
6) 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.
7) SB CAMFT provider number (57942).
8) Santa Barbara Chapter CAMFT is Approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFT's, LCSW's, LPCC's, and LEP's. Santa Barbara Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and content.
9) The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA accommodates attendees with disabilities in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Event is ADA compliant.
Additional Information:
*This webinar will be available by Zoom. If you do not already have a free Zoom account, sign up for it today. The Zoom link will be emailed in advance of the webinar. The webinar will be a mixture of lecture and also Q&A.
SBCAMFT Presents: Yoga for Therapists with Cara Behan, LMFT
Who: SBCAMFT members (Join now!)
Where: La Mesa Park: 295 Meigs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Description: Reconnect with your mind, body, and spirit at our next Yoga for Therapists event, led by the incredible Cara Behan, LMFT. Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session designed to help you unwind, refocus, and find balance in your professional and personal life.
Minimum donation: $5 (required for all attendees)
Why Attend?
De-Stress: Let go of the daily pressures of therapeutic work in a supportive and calming environment.
Re-Energize: Recharge your energy with guided yoga poses tailored for mental health professionals.
Connect: Network and build community with fellow SBCAMFT members.
Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this session is open to all levels. Cara Behan, a licensed therapist and experienced yogi, will lead us through a series of gentle movements, breathwork, and mindfulness practices to help you find your center.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing
Yoga mat (a limited number will be available on-site)
Water bottle
Important:Please email a signed SBCAMFT physical waiver form to Community@sbcamft.org prior to the event.
RSVP and Questionnaire:Please RSVP and complete the event questionnaire by clicking here by September 15th.
RSVP Today! Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot by September 15th. For more information and to register, please visit the events page.
Take this time to nourish yourself, both physically and mentally. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!
Questions? Contact us at Community@sbcamft.org.
Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health
Surfing Meet Up
Where: Leadbetter Beach
When: Friday, September 27 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Description: Join us for our first monthly drop-in surfing with therapists meet-up group!
This is an informal, laid-back opportunity to connect with other local therapists in a social setting while enjoying time at the beach and surfing! The first half-hour (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM) will include introductions and a few questions to get to know each other better. From 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM, you can choose to surf, swim, or simply relax on the beach and connect with fellow therapists.
All surf levels are welcome. Whether you’re coming alone or with a colleague or friend, this is the perfect chance to meet other therapists in a fun, supportive environment. The more, the merrier!
Important:Please email a signed SBCAMFT physical waiver form to Community@sbcamft.org prior to the event. You can download the waiver form here.
RSVP and Questionnaire:Please RSVP and complete the event questionnaire by clicking here.
Questions?Email: Claire Blakey at past-president@sbcamft.org RSVP to let us know you’ll be there!
Can’t make this meet-up but want to join future ones?Reach out, and we’ll add you to our surfers’ meet-up list. We look forward to seeing you at the beach!
Pre-Licensed Support Group
Who: Pre-licensed SBCAMFT members and non-SBCAMFT members. Click this link if you would like to become a member of SBCAMFT (Join now!)
Where: Zoom (link will be provided with registration)
When: First Friday of every month from 10am-11am (with exceptions)
Description: This virtual event for pre-licensed clinicians is a great place to come together to support one another during your pre-licensed journey. We will have a guest speaker at each meeting who is a licensed clinician who can share their journey and answer questions the group has for them. Peer support groups do not include case consultations.
Cost: FREE
State of the Profession (SOP) 2024
When: October 16 from 11-12:30
Description: Join CAMFT Executive Director, Joy Alafia, CAE for an understanding about events, legislation, and internal association processes that are currently impacting CAMFT members. Designed for Mental Health Professionals, this presentation will discuss general CAMFT issues and the importance of a Professional Will. There will also be updates from BBS, as well as California and Federal legislative updates. Finally, discussion on why it is important to avail yourself of the Legal Consultation service CAMFT provides. There will be ample time for Q&A.
Cost: FREE for SBCAMFT members, $15 for non-members
About the presenter: Joy Alafia, CAE brings more than 17 years of association leadership experience to her new position. She begins her role at CAMFT after her tenure as the President and CEO of the Western Propane Gas Association (WPGA), where she has advocated for renewable propane and equitable access for alternative sources of clean energy. Joy has spoken around the world about the importance of sustainable energy and is credited with transforming the propane industry's focus and shifting its priorities to the commercialization of net zero-carbon energy solutions.
6) Course meets the qualifications for 1 hour of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
9) The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodates attendees with disabilities in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Event is ADA compliant.
Navigating the Road to Licensure
Where: Zoom (the link will be provided after you register)
When: October 18, 2024, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Description: This expanded three-hour presentation will provide attendees with an overview of the laws and regulations applicable to pre-licensees as they work towards licensure in marriage and family therapy. Topics to be discussed include the marriage and family therapy licensing process, supervised experience requirements for applicants, supervisor qualifications, licensing examinations, and common employment issues pre-licensees may encounter with their employers.
About the presenter: Luke Matthew Martin, Esq., a member of the State Bar of California since 2011, joined CAMFT as a Staff Attorney in 2019. He holds a Master of Business Administration with honors and a Juris Doctorate Degree specializing in Child, Family, and Elder Law with honors. Before coming to CAMFT, Luke ran a private practice focusing on civil litigation and represented several businesses with annual revenues in the millions. He has been recognized by the State Bar of California with the Wiley E. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services for his legal assistance in helping victims of domestic violence. In addition to his work at CAMFT, Luke is an adjunct professor for several universities, serves as the adjunct representative on a university’s faculty senate, co-chairs a dissertation committee, and is a member-at-large for two non-profit boards. In his free time, he likes to sleep.
Cost: Free to SBCAMFT members and $15.00 for non-members
Thanks for registering and we are looking forward to seeing you!
Please make sure you registered for the Zoom link through CAMFT. You will then receive a separate email from CAMFT with the login details. If you run into any issues please make sure you registered first and you can always reach out to me at prelicensed@sbcamft.org.
Best regards,
Santa Barbara Chapter of CAMFT
Working With OCD: It's Not What You Think!
Where: Zoom
When: October 18, 2024 from 9:30-11:30
Description: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a complex diagnosis, due to the differences in symptom presentation. We will describe the symptomatology of OCD, and provide an overview of obsessions and compulsions, prevalence of the disorder, co-occurring diagnoses and a case example followed by a question and answer. Then, we will review assessments for both anxiety and OCD, and explain the empirically supported therapeutic interventions and treatment models. There will be time for questions and answers and sharing resources.
This course is designed to enhance therapists’ ability to accurately identify and differentiate between obsessions (intrusive, unwanted thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts). It aims to improve therapists’ skills in assessing and evaluating clients’ obsessions and compulsions, enabling them to distinguish between anxiety disorders and OCD. Additionally, therapists will gain a comprehensive understanding of the available treatment interventions for adolescents and adults with OCD.
Cost: SBCAMFT members: $25; SBCAMFT Pre-licensed members: $15; Non-SBCAMFT members: $30; General admission (no CE credits): $15.
6) 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.
When: Friday, October 24 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
When: Friday, November 15 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
When: Friday, December 15 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
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