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Join us for our next event! Domestic violence, intimate partner abuse, and batterer's intervention programs Hybrid meeting
With Dr. Lisa Cox Romain Co-facilitated by Jeanette Abney, M.S. & Adelina Velasquez, M.S.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Domestic Violence and intimate partner abuse is an epidemic leading to trauma and lasting effects on individuals, couples, and families. Women, men, and children are being verbally, emotionally, and psychologically abused, and experiencing mental health challenges. Couples are being physically, financially, sexually, and spiritually abusive, and minimizing other forms of abuse. Families are being torn apart and children placed in the foster care system. Domestic violence and intimate partner abuse leads to broken homes, unhealthy relationships, incarceration, and death. The workshop will cover the dynamics of domestic violence, power and control in intimate partner relationships, trauma, assessments, batterer’s intervention programs, and provide resources for professionals working with individuals, couples, and families who have been impacted by domestic violence and intimate partner abuse. Pre-Licensed LBSB Chapter Member (Virtual & In-Person)- $5 Licensed LBSB Chapter Member (Virtual & In-Person)- $10 Non-Member (Virtual & In-Person)- $30 Meeting Information: Our presenter will be delivering his session virtually. However, for attendees who value the opportunity to network and connect with other clinicians, we are hosting an in-person gathering where you can enjoy a continental breakfast and watch the presentation together on a large screen. Attendees needing changes in their ticket types (virtual vs In-Person) must request change 48 hours in advance to memberatlarge@lbsbcamft.org We look forward to seeing you there! 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.
On the Horizon from LBSB CAMFT & State CAMFT
Friday, May 9th - Couples Therapy using Gottman with Dana McNeil PsyD, LMFT (LBSB CAMFT Hybrid Meeting) Friday, June 13th - “What Should a Therapist Know about Psychiatric Medications?” with Shawn Barnes MD (LBSB CAMFT In Person Meeting) Friday, October 10th - "Sex & Relationship Therapy" with Liz Dubé LMFT, CST (LBSB CAMFT In Person Meeting) | New in M2M this week:
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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Fee Info: Member: $65 Chapter Member: $60 Non-Member: $85 Earn 3 CE units
"Child Abuse and Neglect"
| Congress is discussing possible Medi-Caid/Medi-Cal cuts to health care. As you are likely aware, Medicaid/Medi-Cal is a vital program that provides over 72 million Americans health care coverage, including mental health care. If you do see Medi-Caid/Cal patients, we are asking you to take a short survey here to help us better understand how potential funding cuts could impact the population you serve.
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) Responds to Recent Executive OrdersClick HERE to view the statement in full
CAMFT ANNUAL CONFERENCE Mark your calendar for an extraordinary professional event! Join us May 2–3, 2025, at the beautiful Hilton San Francisco Union Square for the CAMFT Annual Conference—a premier gathering of mental health professionals from across California and beyond. This year’s conference offers an exceptional opportunity to earn up to 20 Continuing Education (CE) credits by participating in dynamic workshops, inspiring keynotes, interactive sessions, and viewing three on-demand workshop recordings. Enhance your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and engage with a vibrant community of peers who share your commitment to excellence in mental health care. Don’t miss out—San Francisco’s iconic culture and energy make the perfect backdrop for this unforgettable event. Register today and join us in shaping the future of mental health! Click HERE to learn more and register for the CAMFT Annual Conference |
MEDICARE TELEHEALTH FLEXIBILITIES EXTENDED Based on the continuing resolution passed by Congress and signed by President Biden (H.R.10545), Medicare telehealth flexibilities have been extended until March 31, 2025. This means in-person visit requirements would not apply for mental health services provided via telehealth until April 1, 2025. More information about Medicare’s telehealth rules can be found in the Medicare Learning Network’s Fact Sheet on Telehealth services. Letters from Medicare Administrative Contractors Regarding Enrollment Status As of January 1, 2024 MFTs and MHCs (AKA LPCCs) are eligible Medicare providers. For this reason, all MFTs and LPCCs must let their patients know about their Medicare status AND inquire about their patients’ Medicare status. Providers who have not opted out of or into (enrolled in) the Medicare system but are seeing Medicare beneficiaries can expect receive a letter from their regional Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) explaining the following:
For more information about Medicare and how to opt into or out of the Medicare system, visit CAMFT’s Medicare Corner. Providers who have questions about their Medicare status and/or letters they are receiving from Noridian may contact Noridian directly at 1-855-609-9960.
LMFTs have the option to opt in, opt out, or take no action regarding Medicare. If you haven’t checked your Medicare status recently, now is the time! Some providers are now facing penalties such as having to pay money back to Medicare beneficiaries who they were seeing via private pay without opting out AND using a Medicare-specific private pay contract. Visit CAMFT Medicare Corner to learn more.
The California Board of Behavioral Sciences has posted its 2025 Sunset Review Report! | Click the image below to view the latest issue of the CA BBS Newsletter
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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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. |
$40 / $80 / CEUs available Register at https://workingwithADHDcouplesinEFT.eventbrite.com or Email Tingqin@Healbyconnecting.com for questions Join OCCEFT at occeft.com to save on this and other trainings Warmly, Betsy Walli Sadur
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