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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, 17, 2025 Dear Friends and Colleagues, What a weekend! I’d like to say it was wonderful watching the rain come down all weekend—but I also know how dangerous it can get on the roads. Still, it was nice that it happened only during the weekend! I hope you enjoyed it, especially the mornings—it was beautiful. I want to take a moment to thank all our military clinicians and/or their family members among us! I felt terrible that I forgot to mention this in last week’s letter. You all deserve acknowledgment for your service. It is not an easy commitment to dedicate one’s life to one’s country and sacrifice civilian life. The military is not for just anyone. Thank you so very much for your courage and strength! Just over one week left before Thanksgiving—can you believe it? How will you be spending that day? With family and/or friends, I hope. I encourage you to start a gratitude journal, or at least something annual where you can track all the great things and people you appreciate in your life throughout the year. Speaking of gratitude, I want to take this opportunity to thank all our members of the Long Beach–South Bay Chapter of CAMFT. This Chapter is supported by membership dues paid by licensed and pre-licensed clinicians, including our affiliates—those who are not necessarily clinical but have strong ties and affiliations with the mental health field. We’re also adding a new type of membership, effective in 2026. It will be for organizations that want to enjoy the benefits of chapter membership but do not meet the criteria to become CAMFT members. These are non-clinical organizations that support the mental health community but are not clinicians themselves. We’ll share more about this new membership in January. The LBSB CAMFT Chapter is also supported by the generosity of donors, members, non-members, and sponsors—individuals, companies, or organizations seeking to advertise to clinicians who are subscribers or members of LBSB CAMFT. We could not operate without all these financial supporters, and we are truly grateful for them. I’m also pleased to introduce two new leaders joining our Chapter! Carmen Maldonado, LMFT, LPCC, who I met at the Long Beach Fall Symposium, will be stepping into the Secretary position. Matt Butler, AMFT, who is currently working toward licensure, will be stepping into the Pre-Licensed Director position. Who better to serve pre-licensed clinicians than someone who’s walking that same path and understands their needs? Both Carmen and Matt will be attending the Holiday Event this year, so you’ll have a chance to meet them there! We are still seeking a couple of computer-savvy people who would enjoy updating the LBSB website with current events and sponsor advertisements. You’d be joining our Promotions Team, and both Claire and Yesenia will be around to train and support you. You won’t be alone! You’ll be given the tools to learn the platforms—no need to start from scratch. Remember, you’ll be editing content, not creating it (though there’s some room for creativity if you’d like!). Another open position is on the Events Team: Director of Programs. You would be the face of the Chapter and the moderator for our Monthly Events, which take place every second Friday of the month except September, November, and December. If you enjoy connecting with people and building a sense of community, this is the perfect role for you! Most positions require a minimum of five hours per month, and full training and backup are provided. Jump in and get involved with the leadership of your professional organization—establish connections, gain new knowledge and skills, and discover strengths you might not have realized you had. Besides, it’s fun to meet new people and reap the benefits of leadership. Help out in 2026 and contribute to the education and support of mental health clinicians in the Long Beach, South Bay, and surrounding communities. Don’t forget to register for the Holiday Event on December 12, 2025, at R&R Therapy from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We’ll have great fun networking, playing bingo, winning prizes, having a gift exchange, and—who knows—you might even take home a Self-Care Gift Basket to get you through the start of 2026! We’re still accepting donations of Self-Care Gift Baskets from individuals and organizations. If you’re in a position to give, please bring a basket to the event to support our hardworking clinicians who serve individuals, couples, and families across Long Beach, South Bay, and beyond. Let’s show them how grateful we are for all they do! Upcoming Events
With much gratitude and hope for a joyful holiday season to all of you, 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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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.
Read below to learn about an upcoming BBS webinar re: Artificial Intelligence... If you are not able to attend this webinar event, the webinar will be recorded and posted to the our website, bbs.ca.gov, for future access to view.
Thank you, Supervision via Videoconferencing Allowance Now Permanent!
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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.
Website Link, Instagram Link, LinkedIn Profile, Facebook
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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