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CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF

MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS 

CENTRAL COAST CHAPTER

Central Coast Therapists

To strengthen the Marriage & Family therapy
profession & better serve 
our Central Coast community.


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Upcoming events

    • Fri, October 11, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Online Via Zoom
    Register

    Central Coast–CAMFT

    presents:

    Introduction to the Relationship Panoramic Inventory (RPI)

    Presented By:
    Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh

    Friday, October 11, 2024
    12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

    1.5 CE Credits

    Online Via Zoom

    Our Presentation

    Discover the Relationship Panoramic Inventory (RPI): A comprehensive tool featuring over 12 validated scales for a 360-degree review of key couple domains. Completed in 30 minutes, the RPI provides actionable insights into relationship dynamics and growth areas across individual, dyadic, interpersonal, and outcome domains. The detailed 28-page report includes compatibility graphs and comparisons with a representative US couple sample. Couples can independently complete the RPI and share the report with a chosen provider for further guidance.

    As a Marriage and Family Therapist, mastering the RPI equips you to support couples effectively, using evidence-informed practices to strengthen relationships. Join our upcoming training session to integrate the RPI into your practice, enhancing your ability to deliver systematic, measurable results. Register now for a complimentary access code and experience the RPI firsthand with your partner or chosen couple. Whether you're new or experienced, don't miss our free introductory session on September 11th to maximize your learning.

    Transform your practice today—secure your spot now!

    Educational Goals

    By attending this introductory webinar on the Relationship Panoramic Inventory (RPI), participants will gain the skills and knowledge to effectively administer the RPI for couples. This training aims to equip Marriage and Family Therapists with evidence-informed practices that enhance their ability to gain insight and address key relationship dynamics and growth areas.

    Objectives

    1. Learn to use RPI as a tool to enhance one’s practice of couple’s therapy

    2. Utilize 8 most common relational configurations.  

    3. Utilize Emergent love model as a novel frame to work with relational issues 


    About Our Presenter

     Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh is committed to advancing world peace one relationship at a time. With a PhD in Social Psychology and a focus on human sexuality and relationships, she has empowered numerous individuals, couples, and organizational clients to enhance relational health and thriving on both personal and societal scales. Widely recognized as an author, speaker, and strategic advisor, Dr. Nasserzadeh has been a featured expert at high-level events hosted by governmental organizations, UN Agencies, academic institutions, and Fortune 500 companies. Her ground-breaking third book, "Love by Design: 6 Ingredients to Build a Lifetime of Love," synthesizes over two decades of research on the essential components of thriving relationships: attraction, respect, trust, shared vision, compassion, and loving behaviors.

    Dr. Nasserzadeh has held pivotal roles within various professional bodies, including serving as president of Division VII (dedicated to Diversity and Social Justice) at the California Psychological Association, chairing the Communication committee at the American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and the acting vice president of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS). Accredited by the College of Sex and Relationship Therapists in the UK (COSRT) and an Approved training provider by AASECT, she currently practices as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) in California and is a member of CAMFT.

    Dr. Nasserzadeh's pioneering work has been featured prominently in leading media outlets such as NPR, the BBC, ABC, CNN, and USA Today. Based in Los Angeles, CA, she engages a global audience through her impactful insights and online community. Discover more about Dr. Nasserzadeh's transformative vision and join her community Here. 

    Closing date for registration is October 10, 2024 at 10pm.

    Unless otherwise specified, our courses meet the qualifications for 1.5 hours of continuing education credits for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Completion of this course earns a discount on liability insurance.  You will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the workshop.

    The Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for MFTs, Associates and students, MSWs, LEPs and LPCCs. The Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

    Grievance

    While the Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT makes every effort to assure fair treatment for all participants and attempts to anticipate problems, there may be occasional issues with regard to presentations/workshops which will require intervention and/or action on the part of the board. This procedural description serves as a guideline for handling such grievances.

    When a participant files a grievance and expects action on the complaint, the following actions will be taken:

    1. The participant(s) will be asked to put concerns in writing (this can be in electronic form, such as an email).
    2. If the grievance concerns a presenter, the content presented by the speaker, or the style of presentation, the individual filing the grievance will be asked to put their comments in written format. The Board will then pass on the comments to the speaker, assuring the confidentiality of the grieved individual.
    3. If the grievance concerns a presentation/workshop offering, its content, level of presentation, or the facilities in which the workshop was offered, the Board will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the Board will:
    • provide a credit for a subsequent presentation/workshop or
    • provide a partial or full refund of the presentation/workshop fee

    Refund Policy
    Refund policy for all events: Registrants who do not attend or fail to cancel registration seven days prior to scheduled event will be charged full fee. The only exception will be for registrants who are unable to attend due to an emergency. If you need to cancel, please contact Chapter President Kim Richards within 10 days of the upcoming event at 805.458.8063 or email Kim Richards at richardskimlmft@gmail.com.

    Special Accommodations
    If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any of our events, please contact Chapter President Kim Richards within 10 days of the upcoming event at 805.458.8063 or email Kim Richards at richardskimlmft@gmail.com.

    • Fri, October 18, 2024
    • 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Online Via Zoom
    Register

    Central Coast–CAMFT

    presents:

    Working with OCD: It's not what you think!

    Presented By:

    Lynlee Olivera, LMFT and Karan Lamb, PsyD

    Friday, October 18, 2024
    9:30 am – 11:30 am

    2 CE Credits

    Online Via Zoom

    Our Presentation

    Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a complex diagnosis, due to the differences in symptom presentation. We will describe the symptomatology of OCD, and provide an overview of obsessions and compulsions, prevalence of the disorder, co-occurring diagnoses and a case example followed by a question and answer. Then, we will review assessments for both anxiety and OCD, and explain the empirically supported therapeutic interventions and treatment models.  There will be time for questions and answers and sharing resources.

    Educational Goals

    This course is designed to enhance therapists’ ability to accurately identify and differentiate between obsessions (intrusive, unwanted thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts). It aims to improve therapists’ skills in assessing and evaluating clients’ obsessions and compulsions, enabling them to distinguish between anxiety disorders and OCD. Additionally, therapists will gain a comprehensive understanding of the available treatment interventions for adolescents and adults with OCD.

    Objectives

    1. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the symptoms of OCD, including the nature of obsessions and compulsions.
    2. Participants will be able to identify prevalence rates of OCD in various populations, including data for under-represented populations.
    3. Participants will be able to identify three common comorbid conditions that often accompany OCD.
    4. Participants will be able to identify three assessments for adults with OCD to assist with diagnostic and measurement of severity of obsessions and compulsions.
    5. Participants will be able to identify three different treatment models and approaches for managing OCD symptoms.
    6. Participants will be able to identify the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments and their role in a comprehensive treatment plan.


      About Our Presenters

      Dr. Karan Lamb is a Florida licensed psychologist with  experience treating children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group therapy. She received her doctoral degree from George Washington University. Dr. Lamb has spent the past 20 years working with families with OCD and anxiety-related issues. She worked as a clinical interviewer for the Johns Hopkins University’s OCD Family study, and transitioned to working in private practice at Alvord, Baker & Associates, before opening a private practice in Tampa, Florida. She is an Adjunct Clinical Supervisor at the University of South Florida in the Psychology Department, and the Past President of the Bay Chapter of the Florida Psychological Association. 

      Lynlee Olivera is a LMFT in California. She has experience treating children, families and adults in individual, family and group therapy. Lynlee graduated from Chapman University after which she has worked in both nonprofit and county programs. In 2018 she transitioned into Private Practice where she began her journey into understanding and treating OCD.




      Closing date for registration is October 17, 2024 at 10pm.

      Unless otherwise specified, our courses meet the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credits for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Participants will receive an evaluation via email and upon completion of the eval, will get a downloadable CE certificate.

      The Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for MFTs, Associates and students, MSWs, LEPs and LPCCs. The Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

      Grievance

      While the Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT makes every effort to assure fair treatment for all participants and attempts to anticipate problems, there may be occasional issues with regard to presentations/workshops which will require intervention and/or action on the part of the board. This procedural description serves as a guideline for handling such grievances.

      When a participant files a grievance and expects action on the complaint, the following actions will be taken:

      1. The participant(s) will be asked to put concerns in writing (this can be in electronic form, such as an email).
      2. If the grievance concerns a presenter, the content presented by the speaker, or the style of presentation, the individual filing the grievance will be asked to put their comments in written format. The Board will then pass on the comments to the speaker, assuring the confidentiality of the grieved individual.
      3. If the grievance concerns a presentation/workshop offering, its content, level of presentation, or the facilities in which the workshop was offered, the Board will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the Board will:
      • provide a credit for a subsequent presentation/workshop or
      • provide a partial or full refund of the presentation/workshop fee

      Refund Policy
      Refund policy for all events: Registrants who do not attend or fail to cancel registration seven days prior to scheduled event will be charged full fee. The only exception will be for registrants who are unable to attend due to an emergency. If you need to cancel, please contact Chapter President Kim Richards within 10 days of the upcoming event at 805.458.8063 or email Kim Richards at richardskimlmft@gmail.com.

      Special Accommodations
      If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any of our events, please contact Chapter President Kim Richards within 10 days of the upcoming event at 805.458.8063 or email Kim Richards at richardskimlmft@gmail.com.

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