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CHAPTER NEWS | ||
Shawn LaRe’ Brinkley—President's Message When we signed up to mental health professionals I wonder if we thought about the importance of being advocates for the well-being of all individuals, regardless of gender. As May is Mental Health Awareness Month and June, Men’s Health Month I’d like to address some of the issues around . . . Read Shawn LaRe’’s full message |
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Board Minutes—February 2024 Read February’s Board Minutes |
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Board Minutes—March 2024 Read March’s Board Minutes |
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Ariel Cohen—CAMFT Legislative Updates Read CAMFT’s updates |
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MEMBER COLUMNISTS | ||
Charlyne Gelt—Cinema Therapy: Maudie Based on a true story, Maudie chronicles the unlikely romance between Maude Lewis, a Nova Scotian folk artist, and Everett Lewis, her roughhewn illiterate fish monger ... and curmudgeonly recluse, of a husband Maudie folk art both illustrate and leave a windowed legacy of her simple Nova Scotia country life. Folk art is defined as . . . Read Charlyne’s full column |
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Lynne Azpeitia—Getting Paid: Key Differences in Marketing & Branding Approaches When it comes to seeking out therapy services, a client’s decision-making process can vary greatly depending on the type of practice, the therapist’s expertise, and the payment structure. Research reveals that insurance-based clients generally select a therapist based on who takes their insurance and the convenience of . . . Read Lynne’s full column |
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Kim Scott—Navigating the Complex Landscape of Gray Divorce Recently I talked to a friend I hadn’t seen since pre-covid days. Upon reconnecting I learned that she and her husband had divorced. I was shocked and saddened to hear this. They met in college and were together for 48 years. They have 2 adult children and seemed happy when . . . Read Kim’s full column |
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Steven Unruh—The Truth About Spiritual Abuse Spiritual abuse can occur on a personal level or on a global level, such as a particular religion, or a local church, or in a marriage. Spiritual abuse occurs when someone uses religious beliefs for the purpose of coercion and exploitation. This exploitation always involves . . . Read Steven’s full column |
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SPONSORS | ||
Rogers Behavioral Health Rogers Behavioral Health has been a leading not-for-profit provider of mental health treatment since 1907. With locations nationwide, Rogers has outpatient clinics in Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco East Bay specializing in OCD, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. Residential treatment is offered in Wisconsin . . . Read Rogers Behavioral Health's full profile |
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MEMBER HIGHLIGHT | ||
Julie Brams In the heart of Los Angeles, Julie Brams stands out as a beacon of healing and connection, deeply rooted in Earth-Centered psychotherapy. A certified Nature Therapy Guide, mediation teacher, and soon to be published author, Julie has dedicated her life to nurturing a "love of life on earth," driven by a profound fascination with . . . Read Julie's full highlight |
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Erika Perry-Dutton The journey of a psychotherapist often begins with a constellation of personal experiences and professional encounters that guide their career path and shape their therapeutic approach. For Erika, the worlds of theater and psychology merged to form the bedrock of a fulfilling career dedicated to . . . Read Erika's full highlight |
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