Events


SBCAMFT hosts four quarterly CE luncheons (currently due to COVID they are held on zoom) that take place throughout the year to provide educational opportunities for licensed members and networking opportunities for the greater membership. 

In a normal pre-COVID times, SBCAMFT hosts a summer mixer as an opportunity for SBCAMFT members and the community to meet, network and connect. In addition to our summer mixer a yearly holiday party is hosted in early December is also a SBCAMFT memberships favorite event. 

The pre-licensed community also holds bi-monthly meet ups (typically in the format of a rotation of either mid week happy hour or a weekend morning coffee and pastries get together). The Director of Pre-Licensing also hosts our yearly Road to Licensure event where a State CAMT attorney will come and present a lecture on any updated rules, guidelines or resources for students, trainees and associates pursuing licensure. 

In addition to SBCAMFT’s quarterly CEU opportunities, SBCAMFT also hosts a free to SBCAMFT members yearly Law and Ethics training. This 6 hour training is a mandatory requirement for renewal of the LMFT license and is a benefit that many members have expressed gratitude and appreciation for. The Law and Ethics training typically is held in the fall of each year.

Alongside our current offerings, our Director of Community Events is always looking for ways to engage our membership in community opportunities, whether hosting fireside chats, networking opportunities, tabling events or connecting with local agencies and companies that will enhance our memberships visibility and enrichment in our community.

Our Diversity Director role which was founded in 2021 also seeks out opportunities to amplify voices in our community, cultivating resources, conversations and impact to better serve our membership.

Sponsorship opportunities are available if you are interested in partnering with SBCAMFT in hosting an event, providing resources for our membership or being a part of the impact we are making in our community. For more information contact sponsorship@sbcamft.org.

Interested in hosting your own CE Event? Please fill out this application to apply to present at an SBCAMFT CE Luncheon (or Zoom event) to provide SBCAMFT membership with continuing education learning and professional development.

SBCAMFT Physical Liability Waiver


Upcoming Events

    • October 25, 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Paradise Springs Tasting Room (In the Funk Zone), 210 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    Register

    SBCAMFT Pre-licensed and Licensed Clinicians Happy Hour

    Who: SBCAMFT members and Non-SBCAMFT members  (Join now!)

    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!






    • November 01, 2024
    • February 07, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Zoom
    Register

    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

    Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health 

    • November 15, 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Law and Ethics: Subpoenas

    Who: SBCAMFT members and Non-SBCAMFT members  (Join now!)

    Where: Zoom

    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.  Register through the CAMFT website linked below!

    Cost: $60 for SBCAMFT members, $65 for non-members

    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.


    Register here!

    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.


    • November 22, 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Leadbetter Beach
    • 8
    Register

    Surfing Meet Up: Sponsored by Lightfully Behavioral Health

    Who: SBCAMFT members (Join now!)

    Where: Leadbetter Beach

    When: Friday, November 22 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.

    Description: 

    Who is this event for? Anyone who is a member of SBCAMFT and has an interest in surfing. You do not need to have surfed before, and if this is your first event — this is the one to attend!! It's such a generous sponsorship by Lightfully Behavioral Health and an opportunity to have a free lessons to get your feet wet (literally and figuratively!). 

    Not a surfer but still want to come for the community and connection? All are welcome. 

    *If for some reason you can no longer attend, please contact past-president@sbcamft.org so we can ensure each paid lesson spot is taken! This event is capped due to the nature of it being a complimentary paid event by Lightfully Behavioral Health and we want to ensure that we have an accurate headcount!

    We are excited to see you there! Keep an eye out for the orange and white umbrella and feel free to reach out to Claire with any questions.

    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!

    Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health and Lightfully Behavioral Health



    • December 03, 2024
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Brass Bear Brewery & Bistro Funkzone
    • 84
    Register

    SBCAMFT Holiday Mixer

    Who: SBCAMFT members and Non-SBCAMFT members  (Join now!)

    Where: Brass Bear Brewery & Bistro Funkzone: 28 Anacapa St. Unit E, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    When: Tuesday December 3, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

    Description: Come and connect with other clinicians in the community over food, drinks and fun! Our SBCAMFT Holiday Party tends to be our most well attended event of the year and is filled with networking opportunities and a vibrant evening of connection. We look forward to seeing you there! Appetizers and drinks will be provided.

    Cost: Non-SBCAMFT member (intern/pre-licensed): $40; Non-SBCAMFT member (student): $40SBCAMFT member (inter/pre-licensed): $20SBCAMFT member (licensed): $35SBCAMFT member (student): $20Non-SBCAMFT member (licensed/community member): $40

    Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health 




    • December 13, 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Leadbetter Beach
    Register

    Surfing Meet Up

    Who: SBCAMFT members (Join now!)

    Where: Leadbetter Beach

    When: Friday, December 15 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.

    Description: 

    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!

    Sponsored by Mission Harbor Behavioral Health 



Past Events

October 23, 2024 Law & Ethics: Telehealth: The Fundamentals of Legal and Ethical Practice
October 18, 2024 Working With OCD: It's Not What You Think!
October 18, 2024 Navigating the Road to Licensure
October 18, 2024 Coffee with SBCAMFT
October 16, 2024 State of the Profession (SOP) 2024
September 27, 2024 September Surfing Meet Up
September 21, 2024 🧘‍♀️ SBCAMFT Presents: Yoga for Therapists with Cara Behan, LMFT 🧘‍♂️
September 20, 2024 Law & Ethics: Working with Suicidal Clients
September 18, 2024 SBCAMFT CE Event: Caring and Advocating for Transgender Families
August 30, 2024 Surfing Meet Up
August 20, 2024 Summer Mixer
July 21, 2024 Pickleball with SBCAMFT
July 12, 2024 Coffee with SBCAMFT
June 26, 2024 SBCAMFT CE Event: Somatic Techniques for Higher Functioning Autism in Adults
June 05, 2024 Law & Ethics: Creating Clarity, Focus, and Reasonable Expectation at the Outset of Treatment and Beyond
May 03, 2024 SBCAMFT Prelicensed Happy Hour
April 24, 2024 SBCAMFT CE Event: Trauma Therapy that Works: Introduction to Brainspotting
April 20, 2024 SBCAMFT Yoga Event at La Mesa Park
April 19, 2024 Coffee with SBCAMFT
April 17, 2024 Law & Ethics: Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
April 13, 2024 Pickleball with SBCAMFT
April 12, 2024 Navigating the Road to Licensure
March 27, 2024 RESCHEDULED - SBCAMFT CE Event: The Early Trauma Protocol: Healing Trauma from the Roots Up
March 08, 2024 Connect & Grow Gathering: Celebrating Our SBCAMFT Community
February 16, 2024 Coffee with SBCAMFT
December 19, 2023 SBCAMFT Holiday Party
November 03, 2023 Coffee with SBCAMFT
October 27, 2023 2023 Law & Ethics Webinar
October 11, 2023 State of the Profession (SOP) Webinar
October 06, 2023 Coffee with SBCAMFT
September 22, 2023 Navigating the Road to Licensure
September 20, 2023 SBCAMFT CE Event: Anti-Racism in Clinical Practice and Supervision
August 11, 2023 Tea with J.T.
August 10, 2023 SBCAMFT Summer Mixer
June 23, 2023 Coffee with SBCAMFT
June 21, 2023 SBCAMFT CE Event: Introduction to Medical Trauma
April 21, 2023 Tea with J.T.
April 12, 2023 SBCAMFT CE Event: Making Sense of the Neurodiverse Child
March 24, 2023 Navigating the Road to Licensure
March 24, 2023 Coffee with SBCAMFT
February 15, 2023 SBCAMFT CE Event: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. An Overview
December 01, 2022 SBCAMFT Holiday Party
November 12, 2022 Tea With J.T.
October 28, 2022 Free Online CEUs: 2022 Law & Ethics CE Presentation
October 21, 2022 2022 Law & Ethics CE Presentation
October 15, 2022 Tea With J.T.
October 10, 2022 Free Virtual CEU Event: CAMFT State of the Profession
October 05, 2022 CAMFT State of the Profession October 5, 2022 Noon – 1:30 pm
September 30, 2022 Coffee with SBCAMFT
September 17, 2022 Tea With J.T.
September 16, 2022 Navigating the Road to Licensure
September 14, 2022 SBCAMFT CE Event: A Single Session Therapy Approach
September 08, 2022 SBCAMFT Summer Mixer
June 25, 2022 Tea With J.T.
June 24, 2022 Coffee with SBCAMFT
June 15, 2022 SB CAMFT and Jenn Kennedy, PhD, LMFT Present How Sexuality Influences The Clinical Picture For Female Clients
May 20, 2022 Tea With J.T.
April 22, 2022 Tea With J.T.
April 13, 2022 SBCAMFT and Dr. Andrea Kulberg presents Doubt & Uncertainty? Clinical Methods to Help Clients Find Greater Freedom From Anxiety
March 09, 2022 SB CAMFT Presents TAXES IN PRIVATE PRACTICE EXPLAINED
January 26, 2022 SB CAMFT Presents William Peters, MFT: Extraordinary End-of-Life Experiences & The Clinical Methods to Harvest the Therapeutic Benefits
December 13, 2021 SBCAMFT 2021 Holiday Party
November 13, 2021 CAMFT's 2021 State of the Profession/SBCAMFT's Annual Meeting
November 12, 2021 November Pre-Licensed Mixer
October 30, 2021 *RECORDING* SBCAMFT's Annual *Virtual *Law and Ethics Workshop!
October 22, 2021 SBCAMFT's Annual *Virtual *Law and Ethics Workshop!
October 06, 2021 RECORDING of Navigating the Road to Licensure
October 02, 2021 Navigating the Road to Licensure
September 22, 2021 SBCAMFT Summer Mixer
September 15, 2021 SBCAMFT Presents Dr. Anna Krasno : Assessment and Treatment of Children with Autism in the context of Family and Community.
June 16, 2021 SBCAMFT Presents Max Rorty: Transgender Affirming Practices for Therapists
June 05, 2021 Navigating the Road to Licensure
March 22, 2021 Recording - Navigating the Road to Licensure (limited time recording)
March 20, 2021 Navigating the Road to Licensure
March 17, 2021 SB CAMFT CE zoom event with Angelique Poisson, LMFT, ATR : "Antiracism in Clinical Work: A Mindfulness Practice".
January 21, 2021 Pre-Licensed Event: Traineeships and Practicum Sites: What to Know, What to Ask.
January 20, 2021 SB CAMFT CE zoom event with Vicky Stevens, PhD - "Expressive Arts in Trauma Treatment". Jan 20, 2021
November 13, 2020 *RECORDING* of A Therapist’s Mandatory Reporting Obligations under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
November 13, 2020 A Therapist’s Mandatory Reporting Obligations under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
October 21, 2020 Michael Bolton, MD - Oct 21st CE Zoom Event on The Symbiotic Relationship Between Psychiatry & Therapy
October 13, 2020 *RECORDING* of Critical Legal and Ethical Requirements for Providing Treatment to Minors Who Are Consenting on Their Own
October 09, 2020 Critical Legal and Ethical Requirements for Providing Treatment to Minors Who Are Consenting on Their Own
September 29, 2020 *RECORDING* of What Are Progress Notes?
September 25, 2020 What Are Progress Notes?
September 10, 2020 Pre-Licensed Event: Exploring Private Practice Part 2
July 15, 2020 Shane Bruce, LMFT - July 15th CE Zoom Event on Clinical Conceptualization: How to Navigate the Maddening World of “Behavioral Health” Insurance Billing from Intake to Discharge
July 10, 2020 Deposition Do's and Don'ts
July 10, 2020 RECORDING of Deposition Do's and Don'ts
June 24, 2020 Pre-Licensed Event: Exploring Private Practice
May 30, 2020 ONE TIME VIRTUAL EVENT - Navigating the Road to Licensure
April 17, 2020 POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Navigating the Road to Licensure
April 15, 2020 POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Shane Bruce, LMFT - Luncheon on Clinical Conceptualization: How to Navigate the Maddening World of “Behavioral Health” Insurance Billing from Intake to Discharge
February 10, 2020 February Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
January 15, 2020 Dr. Talal H. Alsaleem - January 15th Luncheon on Introduction to Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy (SART) ™
December 03, 2019 SBCAMFT 2019 Holiday Party
November 06, 2019 November Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
October 16, 2019 Don MacMannis, Ph.D. - October 16th Luncheon on "Keys to Treating Kids with Behavior Problems"
October 11, 2019 Staying on the Good Side of the BBS
September 07, 2019 Fall Pre-Licensed Meet Up at the Mission
July 28, 2019 Summer Beach Walk
July 19, 2019 Building a Successful Private Practice
July 17, 2019 Tracy Thomas - July 17th Luncheon on "Food and Mood: How the Gut Influences the Brain"
June 08, 2019 Summer Pre-Licensed Meet Up
April 13, 2019 Navigating the Road to Licensure
April 10, 2019 Angela Wurtzel - 4/10 Luncheon: Envy & Emptiness: The Psychodynamics of Cosmetic Surgery and Eating Disorders
January 28, 2019 January Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
December 04, 2018 SBCAMFT 2018 Holiday Soiree
November 13, 2018 Fall Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
October 17, 2018 Let’s Talk About Sex: Issues of Desire and Dysfunction in Clinical Practice by Alexandra Katehakis, Ph.D., LMFT
October 05, 2018 “What Does the Phrase ‘Standard of Care’ Mean to You?” Law & Ethics with David Jensen
August 24, 2018 SBCAMFT's Psychotherapists 2018 Summer Mixer
July 18, 2018 Treating ADHD: Using Positive Psychology & The Coaching Model with Shane Bruce, LMFT
April 18, 2018 Buddhist Psychology and Trauma Focused Treatment for Addictions Presented by Stephen Dansiger, PsyD, MFT
January 17, 2018 Developing Secure Attachment: Making Sense of Your Past to Empower Your Future
December 05, 2017 SBCAMFT's 2017 Holiday Soiree: Sponsored by Simple Practice
November 17, 2017 Winter Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
October 18, 2017 The Evolution of Countertransference: A Revolution in the Practice of Psychotherapy, with Dr. Michael Geis
September 22, 2017 "Fun with Subpoenas and the Psychotherapist-Patient Privilege!" presented by CAMFT Attorney, David Jenson
August 29, 2017 Summer Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
July 19, 2017 Creating Metaphoric Stories for Children
July 14, 2017 SBCAMFT's Psychotherapists' Summer Networking Mixer
May 20, 2017 Navigating the Road to Licensure
April 19, 2017 The Five Longings: What We've Always Wanted and Already Have
March 21, 2017 Pre-Licensed Happy Hour
January 18, 2017 In Search of Meaning: Using Self-Compassion and Values Clarification in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
December 07, 2016 Santa Barbara CAMFT's 2016 Psychotherapists Holiday Soiree
November 12, 2016 "Using the Language of the Law to ‘Salt & Pepper’ Your Treatment Records" presented by CAMFT Attorney, David Jenson
October 19, 2016 Using a Nutritarian Diet Style & Mindfulness to Overcome Food Addictions and Emotional Eating
July 20, 2016 An Integrated Approach to Couples Therapy and Treating Relational Trauma
July 09, 2016 Pre-Licensed Picnic in the Park
April 20, 2016 Empowering Teens with PeaceQ: How to use the teen brain to do great things
April 09, 2016 Pre-Licensed Spring Gathering
January 20, 2016 Raw, Well-Cooked, and Burnt to a Crisp: Recovering from Burnout
January 09, 2016 Pre-Licensed New Year's Gathering
December 08, 2015 Santa Barbara CAMFT's 2015 Holiday Soiree
October 21, 2015 Legislative Impact on LMFTs in 2015 featuring CAMFT Executive Director, Jill Epstein, J.D.
September 19, 2015 Law & Ethics: Unprofessional Conduct & Other Trouble Spots for Psychotherapists with CAMFT Attorney David Jenson
July 27, 2015 SB CAMFT Printed Directory Advertising Insertion Payment
June 19, 2015 Psychotherapists Networking Gala hosted by Santa Barbara CAMFT & Antioch University
April 15, 2015 " T Comes Before LGB: Clinical Care for Transgender and Gender Queer Clients," with Max Rorty, LCSW
January 21, 2015 "Current Trends and Treatment Strategies in Addiction, Alcoholism and Recovery: What Every Clinician Should Know," with Peter McGoey, M.A., LMFT
December 08, 2014 Santa Barbara CAMFT's 2014 Holiday Soiree
October 15, 2014 SB CAMFT Presents: "Mindfulness When Working With Children and Trauma" with Dr. Deborah Smilovitz Foster
July 16, 2014 SB CAMFT CEU Luncheon: Treating Addiction, PTSD & Chronic Pain in Clients with. Dr. Joseph Frawley
May 23, 2014 Free SB CAMFT Member Appreciation Event: Happy Hour & Networking
April 16, 2014 Understanding and Working with Relationship Distress Through an Attachment Lens in Emotionally Focused Therapy
May 11, 2012 Legal & Ethical Issues, Part III - David Jensen, JD
April 20, 2012 Networking Brunch & Presentation: Healing the Brain and Body with Food
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