FREE for EBCAMFT Members!
Partners & Children Welcome!

Join us for a relaxed and fun opportunity to connect with fellow therapists, eat some food, play some games, win raffle prizes, build your professional network, and enjoy the fresh air with family and friends.

More details coming soon—stay tuned! We can't wait to see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Please join us as three chapters come together to enact some self care. Enjoy the beauty of the Bay and network with therapists across the bridge.

This year EBCAMFT, Marin CAMFT and SFCAMFT are collaborating to create an opportunity to come together as a larger community. This is the first of three hikes of which our chapters are joining together in order to create new opportunities to meet others.

We will meet at 9:30am and the hike will begin at 9:45am. Craig Toonder, LMFT, is coordinating this event. Please email him at ctoondermft@gmail.com with any questions. For day of hike issues or problems, please call Craig at 510-499-7137.

Difficulty: Easy, Wide trails, little elevation

Estimated Distance: 3.3 miles
Allow for 3-4 hours.

Trails:

Unnamed trail from parking lot, Camp Trail, West Ridge Trail, Baccharis Trail, Dunn Trail, Graham Trail, West Ridge Trail, Camp Trail, unnamed trail to parking lot

For Trail Map, go to: http://www.ebparks.org/parks/redwood

Google Maps for Parking Lot:

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Redwood+Bowl+Staging+Area/@37.8167712,-122.1807599,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x808f87d7549c84c5:0xc6cbcd732657c5e0!8m2!3d37.8167699!4d-122.1799944!16s%2Fg%2F11bycfd3dt?entry=ttu

Parking: FREE

Dogs allowed

There is a gate at the trailhead at the far end of the parking lot. Look for the white EBCAMFT flag.
 

Join us on the trail!

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Let us head into summer together with a baseball social!

Please join us for the 2025 Oakland Ballers Baseball Social.

The Ballers are a minor league team located in West Oakland. Come join us down the street from the stadium at Prescott Market Hall, for a bit to eat, a drink, or just the game. Friends and family are welcome to join! Please feel free to bring your loved ones.

In order to secure a special group ticket price of $20, we need people to register and prepay for this event. This is non-refundable. Register here to reserve your seat. Deadline is April 24th!

Pre-event networking at Prescott Market Hall at 5:00 PM, game starts a 6:35 PM. Prescott Market Hall is an indoor/outdoor food court that recently opened in Oakland near the ballpark. It hosts the following vendors:

• Almanac Brewing
• Fast Times Burgers
• Highwire Coffee Roasters
• Pizzeria Violetta
• Prescott Meats & Delicatessen
• Woo Can Cook

For more information http://oaklandside.org/2025/03/19/prescott-market-opening. (Be advised, Google and Prescott Market Hall’s website have not been updated and so the photos are inaccurate.)

There are also food and beverage vouchers available if you want to eat or drink at the park. Please contact Craig Toonder if you are interested in purchasing one. 

Coordination

Craig Toonder is coordinating this event. Email Craig at ctoondermft@gmail.com with questions about the event. For day of event issues, please call Craig at 510-499-7137.

Deadline to register is Thursday April 24th by 1pm. 

Ballpark Policies

We have a clear bag policy.  One large clear bag 14" x 6" x 14" or smaller will be allowed. There are some exceptions for small clutches (4.6" x 6.5" x 2"), medical bags, breast pumps, ADA needs, and diaper bags for guests accompanied by infants/toddlers. All bags are subject to search. All customers must go through our security screening.

The park is cashless. Pay for parking, food, drinks, merch., etc., with a Credit or Debit card. To read more about the park and the team go to: www.oaklandballers.com

Presented by  Bradley J. Muldrow, Esq. CAMFT Staff Attorney

Includes 3 CE credits for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs. A recording will be made available for all registrants for 3 months. If you can't attend live, you can watch the recording, pass a test, and receive the CE credit. 

EBCAMFT members:  $60
CAMFT members:  $65
Non-members:  $85

REGISTER HERE

Although elder and dependent adult reporting is one of the most common legal issues therapists navigate in practice, it tends to receive much less focus than child abuse reporting. This workshop will provide a detailed overview of the mandated reporting procedures outlined in California’s Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act, including the different types of reportable elder and dependent adult abuse, the types of California agencies that receive mandated elder and dependent adult abuse reports, and how much time mandated reporters have to make these reports.

The workshop will also address some of the most complex reporting issues therapists face, including: how the reporting requirements differ when alleged elder or dependent adult abuse victims reside outside of California, how to determine if a patient constitutes a “dependent adult,” and the types of abuse for which elder and dependent adult abuse reporting is mandated (as opposed to optional).

Educational Goals

Participants will become familiar with the categories of reportable elder and dependent adult abuse, under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. Participants will understand the procedures for making mandated and optional elder and dependent adult abuse reports, under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. Participants will further understand how much time California mandated reporters have to complete and submit mandated and optional elder and dependent adult abuse reports.

Measurable Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

About the Presenter

As a CAMFT staff attorney, Bradley J. Muldrow, Esq. takes member phone calls regarding law and ethics issues and contributes articles on those subjects to CAMFT's publication, the Therapist. Prior to joining CAMFT’s legal team, Brad worked on litigation and regulatory matters as an attorney for San Diego Gas & Electric Company. 

Since becoming an attorney, Brad has given law and ethics presentations to attorneys and judges as a member of the J. Clifford Wallace Inn of Court. He has also served as a board member for the Earl B. Gilliam Bar Foundation, a San Diego-based nonprofit.

TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

MORE INFO

Presented by Jeffrey Gianelli, LCSW

2 CE Credits

Last day to register: Friday, June 6, 2025

A review of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Parts Informed Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Protocol developed by Jeffrey Gianelli and Ashley Swinson. This presentation will provide an overview of the standard 8 Phase protocol of EMDR and an overview of parts work (ego states, IFS) and will demonstrate how parts work can be incorporated into EMDR. It is appropriate both for those warning to learn more about EMDR/ Parts work in general and for those already practicing EMDR who want to develop skills to incorporate Parts work into their practice. This workshop is not intended to be a substitute for EMDR basic training, which is highly recommended before attempting to use EMDR as a modality. Some skills that come from EMDR such as Phase 2 resourcing are safe to use without having completed basic training provided the clinician fully understands and feels comfortable using them.

About the Presenter

Jeffrey Gianelli is an LCSW and has been practicing as a therapist for over eight years. He is the owner of the group practice Onward Leading Therapy with offices in Oakland, CA. He is a fully certified EMDR Consultant and has also completed IFS Level 1 Training. Jeffrey has co-developed a Parts Informed EMDR Protocol with his colleague, Ashley Swinson. Jeffrey specializes in treating Trauma/ PTSD, Anxiety, and helping clients improve their sense of self worth. He is a Trained Teacher of the Mindful Self Compassion Program and has completed a two year training as a Buddhist teacher. He is currently in training to become a Holotropic Breathwork Facilitator.

Educational Goals

1. Understand the 8 Phases of EMDR
2. Understand the basic about parts and parts work
3. Understand the integration of Parts work and EMDR

Measurable Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

Course Outline

TARGET AUDIENCE: Licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage & family therapists, and pre-licensed professionals.

CE Credit Certificates

Course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

East Bay Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #52488) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. East Bay Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

Please note: Certificates of Completion will be awarded after the completion of the workshop to those who attend the workshop in its entirety and complete the course evaluation form.

Consider Joining East Bay CAMFT

We invite non-members to consider joining East Bay CAMFT.
Member pricing:
Licensed Membership/Community Partner Fee: $75/annually
Pre-Licensed Associate/Student/Retired Membership Fee: $50/annually

**IMPORTANT REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

You may cancel for a 50% refund between 5 and 15 days in advance of the event. No refunds for cancellations within 5 days of the event or for no-shows or failure to attend due to emergencies. Unused funds cannot be applied to future events. NO EXCEPTIONS! If the event is canceled for any reason, you will receive a full refund.

**By registering for the event you agree to the terms of the Cancellation/Refund Policy**

For general information, special needs, ADA accommodations, or grievances: Please contact Sandy at admin@ebcamft.org. You will receive a response within 24 hours. Note: Deadline for requesting ADA accommodations is two weeks prior to the workshop so that we may have time to properly accommodate you.

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Presented by Stephanie Kollar, MA, LMFT

2 CE credits


This event will be recorded and distributed to registrants.  If you are unable to attend live, you can earn 2 CE credits by watching the video and passing the post-test. Please register by Thursday, July 17, 2025.

Last day to register: Thursday, July 17, 2025

Overview of Presentation

Led by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been diagnosed with autism, this presentation guides clinicians through a deep exploration of neurodivergence, trauma, and the challenges in recognizing and understanding neurodivergent clients. Drawing from both lived and professional experience, the course provides a framework to reduce ableist perspectives, enhance therapeutic rapport, and apply an anti-ableist, affirming worldview to clinical practice. The presentation will delve into the nuances of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and Complex PTSD (CPTSD), highlighting how these conditions intersect and how therapists can more accurately identify and support neurodivergent clients. Participants will leave with practical tools to navigate sensory processing needs, adapt existing evidence-based practices, and reframe their approach to neurodivergence for more inclusive and effective care.

Educational Goals

Identify and understand the lived experience of neurodivergence, while reducing ableist identification of neurodivergence. By reframing neurodivergence through an anti-ableist, affirming worldview, clinicians will be equipped to enhance their approach to trauma-informed care and adapt their practices to better serve neurodivergent clients.

Measurable Objectives

• Differentiate 3 differences between Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Complex PTSD (CPTSD), identifying the key similarities and differences between these conditions.
•  Recognize and address 3 common areas of misdiagnosis, especially in clients of color, and understand the implications of such misdiagnoses.
•  Explore 3 strategies for adapting existing evidence-based practices to meet the unique needs of neurodivergent clients.

About the Presenter

Stephanie Kollar, MA, LMFT, has a diverse background in mental health work, including field-based family therapy with families living in poverty and navigating high levels of intersectional identities. Specializing in neurodivergence, trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges, Stephanie developed a keen ability to differentiate between subtle diagnostic distinctions and recognized the importance of honoring neurodivergent differences. She has also provided short-term, evidence-based  care for adults and now runs a private practice focused on anti-ableist, affirming care for neurodivergent individuals. As a professor in the Master’s of Clinical Psychology program at Antioch University Santa Barbara, her alma mater, Stephanie specializes in the intersection of neuroscience and anti-ableist mental health care. Identifying as both autistic and ADHD (AUDHD), she integrates her lived experience into her work, helping students and colleagues better understand and engage with the neurodivergent experience. 

Course Outline

• Understanding Neurodivergence: Breaking Down the Key Differences Differentiating ASD, ADHD, and CPTSD: A Venn diagram to explore key similarities and distinctions.
• The Neurodivergent Experience: A Deep Dive into Autism, ADHD, and CPTSD Autism Spectrum Disorder: A closer look at the lived experience of individuals on the spectrum, with an emphasis on sensory processing and trauma.
• Reframing Neurodivergence: Moving Beyond Ableism
• The Harm of “High and Low Functioning” Labels: Understanding how these labels harm clients and contribute to an ableist worldview.
• Practical Application: Enhancing Therapy with Neurodivergent Clients.  Nervous System Basics and Sensory Processing: An overview of the nervous system’s role in neurodivergence and the importance of sensory processing in Therapy.  Practical tools and techniques for creating a sensory-friendly environment
• Adapting Evidence-Based Practices for Neurodivergent Clients.  Existing Therapies and Neurodivergence: Identifying the overlap between evidence-based practices and neurodivergent needs.
• Building Rapport: Creating a Strong Therapeutic Alliance with Neurodivergent Clients.  Effective Communication Strategies: How to adapt communication styles.  Establishing Trust and Safety.

Target Audience

Licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage & family therapists, and pre-licensed professionals.

CE Certificates

Course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
East Bay Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #52488) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. East Bay Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.
Please note: Certificates of Completion will be awarded after the completion of the workshop to those who attend the workshop in its entirety and complete the course evaluation form.

Consider Joining East Bay CAMFT

We invite non-members to consider joining East Bay CAMFT. Licensed Membership/Community Partner Fee: $75/annually Pre-Licensed Associate/Student/Retired Membership Fee: $50/annually

REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

• Cancellations made between 5 and 15 days prior to the event will receive a 50% refund.
• No refunds will be given for cancellations within 5 days of the event, no-shows, or failure to attend due to emergencies.
• Unused funds cannot be applied to future events.
• No exceptions.
• If the event is canceled, you will receive a full refund.
• By registering for this event you agree to the terms of the Cancellation/Refund Policy.

Accommodations

For general information, special needs, ADA accommodations, or grievances: Please contact Sandy at admin@ebcamft.org. You will receive a response within 24 hours.  Note: Deadline for requesting ADA accommodations is two weeks prior to the workshop so that we may have time to properly accommodate you.

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Presented by Lisa Larsen, PsyD

2 CE Credits

Last day to register: Friday, August 22, 2025

This course provides a foundational understanding of traumatic and prolonged grief, distinguishing these conditions from acute grief. Participants will explore key risk factors, comorbid disorders, and the complexities that can complicate the grieving process. The course covers screening and assessment tools essential for identifying traumatic grief and discusses evidence-based treatment approaches to support affected individuals. Additionally, it examines resilience, posttraumatic growth, and the role of cultural and gender considerations in shaping grief experiences. Through a review of treatment objectives and modalities, clinicians will gain practical strategies for addressing grief-related distress in diverse populations.

About the Presenter

Lisa S. Larson, PsyD, has been a licensed cycle psychologist for over 20 years, starting in the San Francisco East Bay until she and her husband moved to the Antelope Valley in 2009. Her work in community mental health and substance abuse showed her the need for trauma-informed treatment, as well as the impact of unresolved grief on people's mental health in substance use. She has been in private practice since 2004, where she helps children, teens, adults, and couples cope with a variety of mental health concerns. She has narrowed her field of interest to grief, trauma, and LGTBQ+ minority stress. She currently works online throughout California, working with adults, teens, and couples.

She has been quoted in various periodicals, including Psych Central, Readers Digest, and Bustle Magazine. She has also presented on traumatic grief to various agencies, including the Iranian American Association, Trauma and Beyond, and the Los Angeles County Psychological Association. Lisa has also taught an on-demand course for the Zur Institute.

Educational Goals

1. Learn the difference between traumatic/prolonged grief and acute grief
2. Name risk factors and how to assess for complications in the grief process
3. Choose treatment options that help people with traumatic/prolonged grief suffer less and heal more expediently

Measurable Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

Course Outline

TARGET AUDIENCE: Licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage & family therapists, and pre-licensed professionals.

CE Credit Certificates

Course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

East Bay Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #52488) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. East Bay Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

Please note: Certificates of Completion will be awarded after the completion of the workshop to those who attend the workshop in its entirety and complete the course evaluation form.

Consider Joining East Bay CAMFT

We invite non-members to consider joining East Bay CAMFT.
Member pricing:
Licensed Membership/Community Partner Fee: $75/annually
Pre-Licensed Associate/Student/Retired Membership Fee: $50/annually

**IMPORTANT REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

You may cancel for a 50% refund between 5 and 15 days in advance of the event. No refunds for cancellations within 5 days of the event or for no-shows or failure to attend due to emergencies. Unused funds cannot be applied to future events. NO EXCEPTIONS! If the event is canceled for any reason, you will receive a full refund.

**By registering for the event you agree to the terms of the Cancellation/Refund Policy**

For general information, special needs, ADA accommodations, or grievances: Please contact Sandy at admin@ebcamft.org. You will receive a response within 24 hours. Note: Deadline for requesting ADA accommodations is two weeks prior to the workshop so that we may have time to properly accommodate you.

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Presented by Alain Montgomery, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

Includes 3 CE credits for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs. A recording will be made available for all registrants for 3 months. If you can't attend live, you can watch the recording, pass a test, and receive the CE credit. 

EBCAMFT members:  $60
CAMFT members:  $65
Non-members:  $85

REGISTER NOW!

Event Details

Working with minors requires an understanding of the laws and ethical standards that pertain to minor consent and the authority that minors, and/or others, have over the minor’s clinical information. Additionally, working with minors may involve the need to interact and share information with third parties. During this three (3) hour presentation, CAMFT Staff Attorney Alain Montgomery will review California minor consent laws and common issues related to the confidentiality of the minor’s healthcare information.

Educational Goals

Participants will gain a better understanding of the applicable laws and the CAMFT ethical standards that relate to minor consent, the release of a minor’s health care information, and conflict of interest issues related to the treatment of minors. As a result of the workshop, participants will be better equipped to make informed and legally and ethically sound decisions when working with minors.

Learning Objectives

TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

MORE INFO

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Presented by Sara Jasper, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

Includes 3 CE credits for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs. A recording will be made available for all registrants for 3 months. If you can't attend live, you can watch the recording, pass a test, and receive the CE credit. 

EBCAMFT members:  $60
CAMFT members:  $65
Non-members:  $85

REGISTER NOW!

Event Details

California’s Medi-Cal system is complex and ever-changing. During this three-hour presentation, CAMFT Staff Attorney, Sara Jasper, will provide an overview of the Medi-Cal Behavioral Health system, including information about CalAIM and BH-Connect. Ms. Jasper will review Medi-Cal’s requirements for telehealth services, provider addresses and how providers who offer “remote-only” services can apply for an exemption from Medi-Cal’s place of business requirements. Ms. Jasper will offer practice tips and resources Medi-Cal providers may use to strengthen their recordkeeping practices in anticipation of audits. Finally, Ms. Jasper will offer general resources to support providers as they navigate the Medi-Cal system, including resources for those providing care to dual eligible patients and caregivers.

Educational Goals

Participants will review the pathways to behavioral health care services within the Medi-Cal system. Participants will learn about the laws and policies that pertain to their work within the Medi-Cal system. As a result of the workshop, participants will be able to identify the requirements for rendering telehealth services and recordkeeping. The tips and resources provided will prepare and assist Medi-Cal providers with responding to audit requests. Providers will also be empowered by receiving resources they can use when addressing more complex issues such as billing for services rendered to dual eligibles or caregivers.

Learning Objectives

TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

MORE INFO

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

EAST BAY CAMFT invites our members to sign up to volunteer to help with events, committees, or other volunteer opportunities!

Please register to add your name to our list of volunteers for EB CAMFT activities.  

This is a great opportunity to get more involved with your chapter, connect with other therapists, give back to your profession, and make new friends by helping on an occasional or a regular basis with chapter activities and needs!  You an select the category you might be interested in, and you will be contacted by a Board member when an opportunity arises.

Volunteer Categories are:

1.  Help organize or work at an In-person event(s)

2.  Volunteer for an EB CAMFT Committee

3.  Volunteer for either of the above options

4.  Volunteer for other occasional jobs

  

Register your interest here: 

https://ebcamft.org/event-5365036

For more information contact: Sandy at admin@ebcamft.org.