State of the Profession (SOP) 2024
Who: SBCAMFT members and Non-SBCAMFT members (Join now!)
Where: Zoom (link will be provided with registration)
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.
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 1 hour 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.
Coffee with SBCAMFT
Where: CAJE Arlington - 1316 State St, Santa Barbara, Ca 93101
When: Friday, October 18th, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Description: Connect with other clinicians over a cup of coffee or tea. Stop in on your way to work or stay for a while. We can’t wait to see you!
Cost: FREE! Includes complimentary drip coffee*
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.
About the Presenters:
Dr. Karan Lamb is a Florida licensed psychologist with experience treating children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group therapy. She received her doctoral degree from George Washington University. Dr. Lamb has spent the past 20 years working with families with OCD and anxiety-related issues. She worked as a clinical interviewer for the Johns Hopkins University’s OCD Family study, and transitioned to working in private practice at Alvord, Baker & Associates, before opening a private practice in Tampa, Florida. She is an Adjunct Clinical Supervisor at the University of South Florida in the Psychology Department, and the Past President of the Bay Chapter of the Florida Psychological Association.
Lynlee Olivera is a LMFT in California. She has experience treating children, families and adults in individual, family and group therapy. Lynlee graduated from Chapman University after which she has worked in both nonprofit and county programs. In 2018 she transitioned into Private Practice where she began her journey into understanding and treating OCD.
Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health
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.
Law and Ethics: Telehealth: The Fundamentals of Legal and Ethical Practice
When: October 23, 2024 from 9:00am - 12:00pm
Description: During this three (3) hour presentation, CAMFT Staff Attorney Alain Montgomery, JD will examine issues related to rendering mental health services via telehealth to help providers adopt sound legal and ethical practices around the use of telehealth. The workshop will review the legal standards of practice for telehealth and review sections in the CAMFT Code of Ethics that address telehealth best practices. Additional topics include matters related to rendering services to clients via telehealth who are physically located in other states and/or other countries and discuss the technical safeguards that protect client information when using videoconferencing technology.
Cost: $60 for SBCAMFT members, $65 for non-members
About the Presenter: Alain Lance Montgomery, Esq., is a member of the State Bar of California. Alain received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of California at Berkeley and a Juris Doctor degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Prior to joining the CAMFT legal department, Alain worked in public interest law as a legal advisor for the Superior Court of California where he helped self-represented parties navigate the complexities of small claims litigation. As a member of the CAMFT legal department, Alain has served as part of the support staff for the CAMFT Ethics Committee and has represented the Association at various state regulatory board meetings. After graduating from college and before attending law school, Alain worked as a ski instructor at Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort.
Register here!
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.
9) The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA accommodates attendees with disabilities in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Event is ADA compliant.
Surfing Meet Up
Who: SBCAMFT members (Join now!)
Where: Leadbetter Beach
When: Friday, October 24 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!
SBCAMFT Pre-licensed and Licensed Clinicians Happy Hour
Where: Paradise Springs Tasting Room (In the Funk Zone), 210 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
When: Friday, October 25th, 2024 5:00 PM
Description: SBCAMFT Pre-licensed Happy Hour.
Cost: FREE
You're Invited to SBCAMFT Pre-licensed Happy Hour!
Join us for a special gathering where we come together to show our support and belief in the potential of our pre-licensed members. This event is all about lifting each other up and fostering a sense of togetherness.
Enjoy an evening filled with laughter, meaningful conversations, and the chance to make new connections. This isn't just any social event—it's a chance for LMFTs, Associates, and MFT trainees to share their experiences, offer support, and celebrate each other's successes on the journey to licensure.
Join us!
We can't wait to see you there and continue building our vibrant and supportive community for pre-licensed members!
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!)
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.
Law and Ethics: Subpoenas
When: November 15, 2024 from 9:00am - 12:00pm
Description: As we enter the holiday season, there is no gift less desired by a therapist than being served with a subpoena. In this three-hour webinar, attendees will learn the purpose of different types of subpoenas, how to digest a subpoena, steps to take in responding to a subpoena, and the role of the psychotherapist-patient privilege.
About the Presenter: Kristin W. Roscoe, Esq., CAMFT Staff Attorney, takes CAMFT member phone calls regarding law and ethics issues and contributes articles on those subjects to The Therapist. Before joining CAMFT’s legal team, Kristin represented healthcare systems and professionals in professional negligence litigation at La Follette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames. Since entering the legal profession, Kristin has worked in various capacities presenting to and advocating on behalf of her clients both in and outside of the courtroom. Kristin received her B.A. from The College of Wooster in 2006 and graduated from The American University Washington College of Law with her J.D. in 2012.
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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