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Event Spotlight


Membership Meeting

"Embracing Relationship Diversity in Counseling: Understanding and Supporting Ethical Non-Monogamous Relationships"
with Brandy Seignemartin, MS, APCC

Sunday, July 14, 2024
9:00-11:15 am
In-Person and Webinar Options
Sponsored by Northridge Hospital




CHAPTER NEWS
Shawn LaRe’ Brinkley—President's Message
As we continue through these summer months, I want to focus on our dedication to the invaluable work we do as mental health therapists, I find myself reflecting on the privilege and profound responsibility that comes with our profession. Each day, we have the honor of being entrusted with the most . . .
Read Shawn LaRe’’s full message


Board Minutes—April 2024
Read April’s Board Minutes

Ariel Cohen—CAMFT Legislative Updates
Read CAMFT’s updates

MEMBER COLUMNISTS
Charlyne Gelt—Cinema Therapy: Teacher's Lounge
The Teachers’ Lounge (German: Das Lehrerzimmer) is a 2023 German film directed by İlker Çatak, who co-wrote the screenplay with Johannes Duncker. In the film, we follow Carla Nowak (Leonie Benesch of “The Crown”), a junior high school teacher in her first job, teaching math and physical education. As a Polish émigré, she . . .
Read Charlyne’s full column


Lynne Azpeitia—Embracing the Private Practice Lifestyle: The Journey of Running a Successful Practice
Running a private practice as a psychotherapist and or coach is more than just a business endeavor; it's a lifestyle. It's a journey of personal growth, professional fulfillment, and the pursuit of an integrated life. Today we’ll explore the unique aspects of the Private Practice Lifestyle, the challenges it presents, and . . .
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Kim Scott—Rediscovering Joy: The Importance of Play for Our Older Clients
As summer unfolds, it’s the perfect time to talk about helping our older clients bring more play into their lives. The lyrics from the opera Porgy and Bess remind us, "Summertime and the livin’ is easy," making it an ideal moment to explore how play, or the lack thereof, affects our older clients. In our hard-working, high-pressure society . . .
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Steven Unruh—My Mother wasn’t Perfect!
After the birth of my first son, I felt such joy. I wanted to be the best dad in the world. As a new parent, I took time to reflect on my own childhood, my mother and her ability to parent us 3 kids. “Was my Mother Good Enough?” It’s a question that finds its answers not just in the overt acts of caregiving but in the . . .
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SPONSORS
Northridge Hospital
Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital serving the Northridge community since 1955. Northridge Hospital also provides Behavioral Health Services and crisis stabilization services. They offer inpatient services to Adults of all ages and Adolescents (ages 13-17). Northridge Hospital also provides . . .
Read Northridge Hospital's full profile


OTHER
eBlast Advertisers
These are the companies and individuals we want to thank for advertising with us . . .
June 2024 eBlasts
July 2024 eBlasts

Contact Us
If you would like to contact one of our Board members or Committee Chairs, or inquire about eBlast advertising . . .
Our Board, Committees and Information


SFV-CAMFT Resources
Click on the links for information we hope you will find helpful . . .
Professional Resources

Community Resources



Available Positions and Job Opportunities

Mental Health Clinician
Reseda, CA
Star View Behavioral Health

Pre-Clinical Licensed Therapist - BIPOC Focused (Remote)
Burbank, CA
KCW Psychological Services

For more job listings and other free resources, visit Prelicensed!


Non-members who become members of SFV-CAMFT receive
a 50% discount over the non-member price on a single issue.


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