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Event Policies, Protocols & Grievance Procedures can all be viewed any time by clicking HERE or by following the path via the 'Events' tab on our website.
If your practice or agency would like to host a table to connect with pre-licensed and licensed therapists, reach out to Chris McKnight at president@lbsbcamft.org and click HERE to become a Table Host for the Job Fair! See below for more information.
Join LBSB CAMFT in person in Torrance on Friday, August 8th for the presentation, "Disconnected: Supporting Lonely Adolescents in a Hyperconnected World," with Debbie Murad, LCSW and earn 2 CE credits!
Events on the Horizon from LBSB CAMFT & State CAMFT
Friday, August 8th - “Disconnected: Supporting Lonely Adolescents in a Hyperconnected World.” Debbie Murad, LCSW (LBSB CAMFT Hybrid Online/In-Person Meeting) Friday, August 29th - “Why Children Reject Their Parents” Cathay Himlin, LMFT, LPCC (In-Person @ Fusion School, PV) Friday, September 12th - “Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Adults” Rohit Aiyer, M.D (LBSB CAMFT Hybrid Online/In-Person Meeting) Friday, September 19th - "Law and Ethics: Working with Minor Clients: Prepare for Success and Avoid the Pitfalls" with Alain Montgomery (Webinar) Register HERE Friday, October 10th - "Using the PLISSIT Model to Treat Clients with Sexual Problems" with Liz Dubé LMFT, CST (LBSB CAMFT Hybrid Online/In-Person Meeting) Friday, October 31st - “Healthy Ways to Manage Chronic Mental Illness, How You Can Help” Cherie Harper, LMFT (In-Person @ Fusion School, PV) Friday, November 14th - “Updates and Resources for Medi-Cal Providers” Sara Jasper, JD (Webinar) Register HERE For the most up-to-date information, click HERE to access our annual calendar (all events are subject to change).
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A Letter From The President Dear Friends and Colleagues, As most of you already know, we’re hosting a Job Fair for Clinicians at all professional levels—and we’re so excited to bring this to life for our community! We recently sent out an email blast announcing the event and listing the organizations that will be in attendance (and we’re expecting even more to join!). There was only one small error in that email—the day was incorrect. The Job Fair is on Friday, July 11th. Mark your calendars! We want to fill the room (Employers, you can sign up to host a table here), and we know this is something many of you—clinicians and employers alike—have been asking for. We’d love your help spreading the word! Please consider posting the flyer or info on your social media and letting your friends and colleagues know. We’re really looking forward to seeing a great turnout. Did you know this event used to happen every year for 11 years in a row? From what I can tell, the last LBSB CAMFT Job Fair was in May 2018. So we’re hoping to hit the reset button and bring it back as an annual tradition for clinicians across the area! I’ve got to tell you—it’s been so interesting learning how the founders and CEOs of some of these attending organizations got their start. And I’ve been surprised by how many people had no idea about the benefits of joining CAMFT, like free legal advice, insurance coverage, and more. Even fewer knew about the value of joining a local chapter like ours. All 26 CAMFT chapters across California offer their own unique benefits. At the Long Beach South Bay Chapter, we offer advertising opportunities to businesses and mental health organizations—even if it’s just you in private practice! That’s called sponsorship, and we’ve got multiple ways to help you promote your work:
Our platforms reach a contact list of over 1,500 clinicians. That’s a ton of exposure! And as a chapter member, you automatically get two free newsletter ads per month—plus 50% off any email blast. That’s a huge value, especially when regular ad space can get so expensive for business owners. Many of our newest members joined because they’re participating in the Job Fair. Why? Because they see how much they can save and how important it is to be connected to a community of clinicians with shared values and a shared mission to serve. Bottom line: Your sponsorship supports both the mental health community and our chapter’s ability to keep offering resources like this Job Fair. I hope you’ll consider joining us at the Job Fair on Friday, July 11th—and maybe even becoming a member of this incredibly generous, big-hearted chapter. We’re a community of people who care deeply about helping others find healing and peace. With gratitude, Chris McKnight, M.A., LMFT (310) 529-3011 President, LBSB Chapter of CAMFT
Hi LBSB Members, Earlier this year, we introduced the idea of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) as a way to help members connect beyond our clinical roles—around shared interests, hobbies, and ways to recharge. While a few ideas began to take shape, we realized we need more input from YOU to truly make these groups meaningful and enjoyable. As we head into summer, we’re revisiting the idea with a fresh approach: What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Whether it's hiking, reading, meditating, or watching movies—we’d love to create informal spaces where members can gather, relax, and have fun. This short survey will help us shape the next steps. Thank you! Wendy Rodriguez M.A., LMFT LBSB CAMFT - Director of Membership
Do you know someone who might want to join Long Beach South Bay CAMFT? Send them THIS flyer to let them know more about who we are and what we do!
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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The April Newsletter is up! Click HERE to learn the latest from CAMFT.
State CAMFT Newsletters
"Law and Ethics: Working with Minor Clients: Prepare for Success and Avoid the Pitfalls" Presenter: Alain Montgomery, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney Friday, September 19, 2025 at 9:00am Register HERE for the September Webinar |
Presenter: Sara Jasper, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney Friday, November 14, 2025 at 9:00am Register HERE for the November Webinar |
Reminder: The California Board of Behavioral Sciences has posted its 2025 Sunset Review Report!
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Tip: click on the image below and scroll to page 2 for FAQs on the changes to Supervision & License Display requirements
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