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Join LBSB CAMFT for our next Walk & Connect gathering near the Redondo Beach Pier on Saturday, December 13th. Register (for free!) and learn more details, including where to meet, HERE on our website.
Events on the Horizon from LBSB CAMFT & State CAMFT
Friday, December 5th - "New Year, New Law & Ethics: What You Need to Know for 2026" with Alain Montgomery, JD (Webinar) Register HERE Friday, December 12th - LBSB CAMFT Holiday Party (In-Person at R&R Health in Redondo Beach) Register HERE Saturday, December 13th - Walk & Connect (In-Person near the Redondo Beach Pier) Register HERE For the most up-to-date information, click HERE to access our annual calendar (all events are subject to change).
Support Our Chapter’s Success! We’re excited to offer diverse sponsorship opportunities for our chapter. Whether you're interested in making a Silver, Gold, Platinum, or Diamond-level contribution, your support will play a crucial role in advancing our mission. Sponsorship Levels: Silver: $200+ Gold: $450+ Platinum: $750+ Diamond: $1,500+ Your involvement not only helps fund our member events but also connects you with a dedicated community of professionals. For more details on how to become a sponsor and the benefits of each level of sponsorship, please reach out to our President at President@lbsbcamft.org.
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November, 24, 2025 Dear Colleagues and Friends, As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reminded that gratitude is a daily practice that shapes how we see the world. When we pause to reflect on what’s good, we gain perspective, renew our sense of purpose, and strengthen our relationships. Recent studies confirm what many of us in the field already know intuitively: gratitude has a profound impact on us. Research from Baylor University this year found that expressing gratitude—especially when it involves recognizing specific individuals who have made a difference in our lives—strengthens empathy, builds resilience, and cultivates deeper connections. Another study published in JAMA Psychiatry linked higher levels of gratitude with longer life expectancy, suggesting that a thankful outlook benefits both mental and physical health. Gratitude turns ordinary interactions into moments of connection and care. Perhaps most importantly, it reminds us that we’re part of something larger than ourselves—a community that values character, connection, and growth. All things to be thankful for! Don’t forget to register for our Holiday Party on December 12th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at R&R Health in Redondo Beach. We’ll be hosting it at a new, more home-like venue this year. Lunch will be catered by Chicken Maison, and our non-alcoholic bartenders will serve some fun drinks. We’ll bring back activities from last year—like speed networking, Bingo (with prizes!), and a white elephant gift exchange—plus multiple drawings for Self-Care Gift Baskets. We hope to see many of our subscribers and members of the Long Beach–South Bay Chapter of CAMFT there! Feel free to invite your colleagues to come along. This event is our way of showing appreciation for all the therapists who work year-round, providing mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. Save the Date for Giving Tuesday! On Tuesday, December 2nd, we hope our community will unite for 24 hours of generosity to support the Long Beach–South Bay Chapter of CAMFT. This global movement, following Black Friday and Cyber Monday, is an opportunity to give back and make a lasting impact. Join millions of people worldwide as we give the gift of mental health and wellness! Mark your calendars, share the message, and stay tuned for how you can donate and make a difference in the mental health community. Visit our website to donate or sponsor the Long Beach–South Bay Chapter of CAMFT. You can also contribute by creating a Self-Care Gift Basket to donate at the Holiday Party filled with items you’d enjoy between sessions—like a snack, a favorite drink, a cozy throw, a good book, a scented candle, or a movie pass. Anything that brings calm, comfort, or joy! These baskets are a special way to share love and appreciation with fellow clinicians who carry so much for others. Please contact me to arrange a pickup or simply bring your basket with you on December 12th. We’re Hiring! (Okay, Seeking!) Are You Awesome? Join Our Team! If you can contribute at least five hours a month toward bringing continuing education events, job fairs, and networking opportunities to local clinicians, reach out to me or any of our team members for more information. We’d love to explore how you can get involved! Wishing you all a joyful and restful Thanksgiving holiday break. Warmly, Chris McKnight, M.A., LMFT (310) 529-3011 President, LBSB Chapter of CAMFT
Member Benefits New to your member benefits: The LBSB Job Board! Are you a member with a job opening to offer at your practice, facility or organization? We want to connect you with community members seeking traineeships, associate or licensed positions. Click here to add your job listing!
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The November Newsletter is up! Click HERE to learn the latest from CAMFT.
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Help Provide Information: Medi-Cal Enrollment Issue for Nonprofits Rendering Psychotherapy Services
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit community counseling centers, health centers, mental health agencies, and health clinics that primarily provide psychotherapy (known as non-specialty mental health services) for mild to moderate conditions are getting their applications for Medi-Cal enrollment denied.
- As a result, they are unable to bill and get reimbursed for rendered psychotherapy services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries
- CAMFT is looking to gather more information on the scope of the issue and how these application denials are impacting these organizations.
- Please share this feedback form with nonprofit organizations that provide psychotherapy services and are experiencing enrollment and reimbursement issues with the Medi-Cal program.
"New Year, New Law & Ethics: What You Need to Know for 2026"
Presenter: Alain Montgomery, JD CAMFT Staff Attorney
Friday, December 5, 2025 at 9:00am
Register HERE for the December Webinar
Webinar Description:In this workshop, CAMFT Staff Attorney, Alain Montgomery, JD will explain the new laws that will take effect in 2026 that impact the practice of psychotherapy in California. This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the changes to current laws and the new laws on a state and federal level. Participants will obtain insight into relevant and applicable legal, ethical, and business considerations.
Educational Goals:
Participants will gain an understanding of the changes that will impact the practice of psychotherapy.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Describe the new laws and regulations going into effect.
- Distinguish and explain the new laws and regulations with existing laws and regulations.
- Implement at least one applicable change into their practice.
This event will be recorded and available to watch three business after event has ended.
Supervision via Videoconferencing Allowance Now Permanent!
The Board of Behavioral Sciences announced a new Listserv Subscriber list for supervisors! By joining, supervisors will receive updates, resources, and important information on all things related to supervision. Stay connected and informed—subscribe today by clicking HERE
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Sponsor Annoucements
Located in the South Bay, Blume Behavioral Health offers residential mental health treatment for teens ages 12 to 17, welcoming clients from across the United States. Our program combines structure with compassionate, evidence-based care to support adolescents navigating a range of emotional and behavioral challenges. We work closely with families to create a safe and connected environment where meaningful progress can take place.
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Considering becoming a sponsor? Click HERE to learn more!
Disclaimer: Sponsor announcements have been reviewed and approved for posting by the LBSB CAMFT Leadership Team. However, it does not represent the official views, positions, or endorsements of the Chapter.
Office Space Available in Torrance
Beautiful office with faux hardwood floors and a view of Palos Verdes is available now. Fifth floor of a very well maintained office building, in a six office suite. easy parking, right across from the Del Amo Mall. Large shared waiting room and kitchen. Friendly, professional group of therapists.
Please contact Mindy Fox, LMFT by email mindy@mindyfoxtherapy.com or phone/text 310-314-6933.
If you are an actively registered Member of LBSB CAMFT, you have the opportunity to market yourself, your events, your space, and positions you are hiring for or seeking for FREE! To submit an ad to be posted in M2M, send an email to our Marketing Director, Claire Morrison, at marketing@lbsbcamft.org with a photo and/or brief text and any links to be shared and it will be posted in our next two M2M emails. To apply for membership, click here.
If you would like to have an email sent out specifically dedicated to your ad/business, please email our President, Chris McKnight, about setting up a sponsored e-blast. She can be reached via email at president@lbsbcamft.org. This is a great way to further LBSB CAMFT's mission of supporting local therapists by providing learning and community-building opportunities.
M2M & Sponsored e-blasts are sent out to over 1,100 people! Contact us today to set up your advertisement.
Announcements from Members are approved for posting by the Board but do not constitute endorsement and may not reflect the opinions of LBSB CAMFT.
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