CAMFT: California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

07/28/2025

Stay current, stay confident!

Our fall Law & Ethics webinars are the perfect way to stay sharp on your legal and ethical responsibilities. Plus, you'll earn those needed CE credits before the year wraps up.

We’ve got two specialized webinars coming up, each worth 3 CE hours and designed to tackle real-world challenges therapists face today:

📅 Sept 19 – Working with Minor Clients: Prepare for Success & Avoid the Pitfalls
Get clarity on California’s minor consent & confidentiality laws so you can handle complex situations with confidence.

📅 Nov 14 – Updates and Resources for Medi-Cal Providers
Stay audit-ready with the latest on CalAIM, BH-Connect, telehealth, and remote-only service rules.

Save the dates and plan ahead!

Register now to grab your spot: https://www.camft.org/le-webinars

07/27/2025

Are you a provider working with commercial insurance plans in California? Now’s your chance to weigh in!

The Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) is accepting public comment on its provider directory regulations.

These regulations help ensure the accuracy of health plan provider directories and provides patients with accurate and complete provider information.

Provide your input and help shape the standards that impact you and your clients!

Comments may be submitted via email to regulations@dmhc.ca.gov. Public comment must be submitted by July 30.

Learn more here: https://wpso.dmhc.ca.gov/regulations/

07/26/2025

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is forming advisory groups to guide the implementation of the Family First Prevention Services (FFPS) Program. This is a major shift toward prevention-focused care!

If your work supports children, youth, or families, this is your chance to ensure that this new program reflects lived experience and community needs.

Join the July 31 Town Hall at 1pm to start your involvement.

Learn more and register here: https://www.caltrin.org/event/ffps-town-hall-from-conceptualization-to-implementation/

07/25/2025

Looking to connect with fellow therapists in your area?

We’ve got 26 local chapters across California, each offering workshops, networking events, and even CE opportunities tailored to your region.

Chapter membership is a great way to stay inspired, grow your practice, and build community along the way.

Find your local chapter and get involved today! https://www.camft.org/Membership/Chapters

07/24/2025

Meet the 2025 Frank Galassi and Scott Hamilton Scholarship recipient: Scott Self!✨

Scott grew up in a deeply religious household where being gay was seen as a sin. After a painful experience with conversion therapy, he was inspired to help others navigating the intersection of faith and identity. Today, Scott leads LGBTQ+ support groups, promotes inclusive public health campaigns, and plans to work with The Christian Closet as a licensed therapist.

Our runner up is Austin Gage, a q***r, biracial MFT Trainee working at The LGBTQ Center Orange County. Austin serves LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities with a strength-based, liberation-focused approach to therapy.

This special scholarship honors LGBTQ+ advocate Frank Galassi and his partner of 30 years, Scott Hamilton. It's just one of several scholarship options we offer to support future MFTs.

Good news: Applications for our 2026 scholarships are now open! You can only apply for one, so take your time exploring the options and learn more about this year’s inspiring winners here: https://loom.ly/xd8XwdQ.

07/23/2025

Therapists, take note: The LGBTQ+ support option on the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline ended July 17 due to a federal policy change.

Luckily, California is stepping up to fill the gap.

Through a new partnership with The Trevor Project, 988 counselors in California will receive extra training to better support LGBTQ youth in crisis.

If a client is in crisis, let them know that they can still call, chat, or text 988 and be immediately connected to skilled counselors at all times.

Specialized services for LGBTQ youth are also available via The Trevor Project hotline at 1‑866‑488‑7386 or TheTrevorProject.org/GetHelp

Please help spread the word to clients and families who may be affected. 🌈

Read more here: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/07/16/following-trump-cut-to-lgbtq-youth-su***de-hotline-california-steps-up-to-fill-the-gap/

State of California

07/22/2025

We’re glad to see the DMHC taking action to protect California consumers. Strong oversight like this helps uphold Californians’ rights to timely care, and ensures health plans are held accountable when they fall short.

The Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) fined Blue Cross of California Partnership Plan, Inc. $500,000 for failing to correct deficiencies, including mishandling member complaints.

07/22/2025

Thinking about joining our community of California therapists? 👋🏻👋🏽👋🏾👋🏿

CAMFT membership means more than just belonging to an organization. It means tapping into a statewide network of nearly 39,000 therapists, plus exclusive resources to support your growth and success at every stage of your career.

Plus, when you join CAMFT, you support an entire legal team that actively advocates on your behalf. We advocate for you at both the state and national level, co-sponsoring legislation that will continue to positively impact your work as a therapist.

Ready to invest in your future -- and in the future of the profession? 📈

Learn more and apply today. 👉 LCSWs and LPCCs are welcome, too! ✨

https://www.camft.org/Membership/Join-CAMFT

07/21/2025

Here are a few game-changing tools to help you excel as a therapist -- ones you never knew you needed!

Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, network at a conference or find your next tropical retreat, our CAMFT-approved clinical resources have got you covered.

Check them out and take your therapy practice to the next level!
https://www.camft.org/clinical-resources

07/18/2025

Hey, clinical supervisors! Are you ready to level up? 🕹️

Take your supervision skills to the next level with our Certified Supervision Program!

CAMFT's advanced CSP program goes beyond BBS requirements to give you the tools to become a truly distinguished supervisor.

You can start this flexible, self-paced program anytime. It's perfect for supervisors who are ready to grow, reflect, and mentor trainees in new ways.

Here’s what it takes to become a CSP-certified Supervisor:
🦸🏻 Complete 18 hours of online coursework (only $269 for members!)
🦸🏼 Log 104 hours of supervision experience
🦸🏽 Participate in 12 hours of supervision consultation
🦸🏻‍♀️ Submit a consultation summary and case write-up
🦸🏽‍♂️ Send in your materials for final review (PS: We’ve got a brand-new webinar to guide you through this step!)

Will you be the next “Super” Supervisor? We’ll be watching for your name in an upcoming edition of our monthly newsletter! 👀

Start your super journey today: https://www.camft.org/Education/Certified-Supervisor-Program

07/17/2025

Meet our 2025 Clinton E. Phillips recipient: Hannah Checkwicz-Grosberg! 🎉

Hannah is a q***r activist and future MFT and Art Therapist. She’s currently exploring how collaborative art-making can help influence identity, belongingness, and empathy in youth. She's also learning Spanish and ASL to better serve diverse communities in the LA area. Congrats, Hannah!

Our runner up is Richard Fontenot. Richard is currently pursuing his studies in neuroscience at Duke University. Previously, he worked with LA County Probation/DMH, supporting some of California’s most underprivileged and diverse teenagers, and was recognized for his qualitative research on the efficacy of CBT group therapy. Keep up the amazing work, Richard!

This special CAMFT scholarship honors Clinton E. Phillips, Ph.D., who pioneered the application of family systems theory and the initiation of family therapy at the American Institute of Family Relations.

If you share Clinton E. Phillips's vision and passion for family therapy, this scholarship could be for you. Scholarship applications for 2026 are now open, and remember: you can only apply for ONE! If you're pursuing advanced training or an unpaid internship in marriage and family therapy, and you’re committed to making a difference, you can check out all our scholarships (and read about this year's winners!) right here ➡️ https://www.camft.org/scholarships.

07/16/2025

🎥 Meet Lisa -- therapist, educator, and CAMFT-certified CE provider!

Becoming a CEPA provider allowed her to expand her impact, share her expertise, and grow her practice in a whole new way.

If teaching comes naturally to you, this might be your next move, too!

Ready to take the leap? Watch Lisa’s story and imagine what’s possible.

https://youtu.be/lbWUnzvsrSY?si=L6Yh_r3C0_dduaVn