Peer Consultation Group

Thursday, July 17, 2025

9am-11am

(checkin 8:50am)

Online Via Zoom

(link will be sent in confirmation and reminder emails)

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We are excited to offer monthly peer consultation meetings for all chapter members (including trainees, associates, and licensed therapists) to connect! These meetings will be held online with Zoom, on the third Thursdays of every month from 9:00AM to 11:00AM.

This is for chapter members only. Interested in joining this group? Become a member of our community here.

For more information of questions, please contact Eddie Posadas via email.

3000 Club

Clinical Skills Workshop

Working in Allyship with the LGBTQIA+ Community: A Focus on Gender-Affirming Care

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

6:30-8pm

In Person

(1740 Creekside Oaks Dr #100, Sacramento, CA 95833)

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Join us for a Clinical Skills Workshop to enhance your therapeutic techniques and boost your confidence in the therapy room. This interactive workshop will focus on building foundational skills, exploring interventions, and engaging in hands-on practice through role-plays and discussions. Whether you're a student, trainee, or associate, this workshop offers a supportive space to refine your clinical approach and connect with fellow pre-licensed mental health professionals.

This interactive session will enhance your confidence and competence in offering inclusive, gender-affirming care. It is designed for trainees and early-career clinicians looking to deepen their understanding of working with LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Presenter: Joe Borders, LMFT has been providing therapy and counseling services to the greater Sacramento area since 2009 and established a private practice in Roseville, California, after becoming a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in 2014. With experience and specialties across a wide range of mental health concerns (see below), [Name] often shares that their true specialty lies in working with individuals who are used to being judged or misunderstood. Known for creating a nonjudgmental and supportive space, Joe is passionate about working with people who feel “othered” and are seeking an ally. This includes teens and individuals who identify as weird, geeky, quirky, queer, anxious, LGBTQ+, gender diverse, kinky, polyamorous, and more.

Cost: FREE for chapter members, $5 for non-members.

If you are licensed, please pass this on to your associates or any pre-licensed individual in your community.

For questions, contact 3000 Club Chair Zarina Cadiz via email.

Social/Networking Event #4 of 2025

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

6:00-8:00pm

In Person @ River City Brewing Company in Carmichael

(6241 Fair Oaks Blvd Suite G, Carmichael, CA 95608)

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Come join SVC CAMFT to connect with fellow therapists, build your referral network, and enjoy some light food and drinks provided by our sponsors at Fusion Academy!

$5 for chapter members, $20 for non-members.

For questions, contact Membership Chair Kindra McCall via email.

Primary divorce options in California: litigation, mediation, and collaborative divorce

Friday, August 8, 2025

11:00am-2pm
(see time breakdown below)

with

Mary Molinaro, Esq., CFLS

Melinda Levy, Esq., Neutral Attorney Mediator Finding Common Ground Mediation & Law Services™

Russel L. Phelps III, CFP, CDFA, MSPFP, APMA

Lana M. Shearer, CFLS

3 CE credits

1150 Iron Point Rd #150 Folsom, CA 95630

Lunch included for FREE!

Description

Divorce is a complex and often emotionally fraught experience with long-lasting implications for individuals and families. Therapists are frequently called upon to support clients as they navigate separation or divorce, but many clinicians are not familiar with the legal frameworks available or how the choice of divorce process can impact a family’s emotional trajectory.

This presentation offers an overview of the three primary divorce options in California: litigation, mediation, and collaborative divorce. Each model offers different levels of conflict resolution, privacy, cost, and family involvement. Mental health professionals attending this workshop will gain clarity on how each divorce process works, what roles various professionals play, and how the process choice can affect clients.

Through case examples and discussion, presenters will highlight how therapists can ethically support clients during divorce, make informed referrals, and maintain neutrality while promoting client well-being.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this presentation, attendees will be able to:

1. Define and differentiate between litigation, mediation, and collaborative divorce as legal process options in California.
2. Identify the emotional and psychological implications of each process for individuals and families.
3. Describe the therapist’s role in supporting clients through divorce without providing legal advice.
4. Recognize when and how to make appropriate referrals to legal and financial professionals involved in the divorce process.

Presenter(s)

Mary Molinaro - With over 35 years of experience in family law advocacy, collaborative law and mediation Ms. Molinaro brings a unique quality of expertise by addressing her clients’ needs in the best way that suits each particular case. Her approach is to provide legal services in a professional but compassionate and personal manner that addresses each case with a focus and attention to detail required for each client’s particular situation in the most expeditious and economic manner possible. Whether your case is complex or straight forward she can help get you to the resolution that is best for you. She is dedicated to client satisfaction. She has established relationships with a broad range of financial, forensic and mental health experts who assist in providing the highest quality legal counsel and guidance to her clients. Ms. Molinaro serves clients locally in Sacramento, Yolo, Placer and El Dorado counties. Ms. Molinaro serves clients across California virtually. Ms. Molinaro devotes 100% of her practice to the area of family law including litigation, collaborative law and mediation. Ms. Molinaro is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) and has been named a Northern California Super Lawyer since 2004.

Melinda Levy - Melinda Levy is an experienced neutral attorney mediator based in Sacramento, California, specializing in divorce and co-parenting mediation and serving clients all over California. As a colleague, Melinda is available as a resource for mental health professionals who may seek divorce and co-parenting information to help their clients during these difficult times. As a divorcee and co-parent herself, Melinda brings a personal understanding to her mediation practice. She is committed to helping clients navigate the complexities of family transitions with empathy and professionalism. Her services are designed to be accessible, offering evening and weekend appointments to accommodate clients’ schedules.

Russel Phelps - Certified Financial Planner professional, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Private Wealth Advisor, and Franchise owner of Trinity Wealth Advisors a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC. Russel has been a financial planner with Ameriprise since 1993 and specialized in divorce advice since 2005. He works with clients in mediation, collaborative and litigation settings either one to one, or with the couple as a neutral. He helps clients feel comfortable making confident financial decisions before, during and after divorce. His office is in Folsom.

Lana Shearer - Ms. Shearer is a Certified Family Law Specialist®, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, and has been in practice since 1999. She is a trained and experienced Mediator and Collaborative Divorce Practitioner. She is a member and active participant in the Sacramento Collaborative Divorce Group; the International Association of Collaborative Professionals; Collaborative Practice California, and various independent networking groups with one goal in mind: to increase public awareness of Collaborative Divorce as a superior alternative to handle a divorce with respect, cooperation and transparency, with the support of an experienced team, and to limit the damaging effects of a divorce on the entire family.

Sponsored by

Other Details

Time: 11am-2pm

10:45am-11am: Check-in

11am-2pm: CE presentation

Location: 1150 Iron Point Rd #150 Folsom, CA 95630

Please note: Event will not be recorded.

Cost: 

Non-member $20

Licensed Member $15

Associate Member $15

Student Member $0 - FREE

Early Bird (ends 2 weeks prior to event)

Non-member $15

Licensed Member $10

Associate Member $10

Student Member $0 - FREE

Lunch included for FREE!

For questions, more information, accommodations: contact us at sacramentocamft@gmail.com. See specific presentation online in confirmation and reminder emails.

This is an introductory, intermediate, and advanced level course. This program will benefit LMFT, LPCC, LEP and LCSW licensees and pre-licensees. Open to all mental health professionals, both members and non-members.

This course meets the qualifications for 3 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. The Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (SVC-CAMFT), provider #62279, is approved by CAMFT to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. SVC-CAMFT maintains the responsibility for the program and all its content.

CE credit will be awarded via email after the completion of the course in exchange for a course evaluation. No CE credits will be awarded to persons not attending the presentation in it's entirety. Partial CE credit will not be awarded.

Event Policies

3000 Club

Prelicensed Support Group

Thursday, August 14, 2025

10:00-11:30am

In Person @ Pachamama

(919 20th St, Sacramento, CA 95811)

Meets Second Thursday of Each Month

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We’re excited to offer a Pre-Licensed Support Group designed specifically for students, trainees, and associates navigating the early stages of their clinical journey. This is a space to build community, process shared challenges, and grow in your identity as a therapist.

Some topics we’ll explore together include:

• Imposter Syndrome – You’re not alone in feeling like you’re faking it.
• Burnout Prevention & Therapist Sustainability – Let’s talk about how to care for ourselves while caring for others.
• Navigating Transference & Countertransference – Reflect on emotional dynamics in the room.
• Building Confidence as a New Therapist – Find your voice and trust your process.

FREE for chapter members, $5 for non-members.

If you are licensed, please pass this on to your associates or any pre-licensed individual in your community.

For questions, contact 3000 Club Chair Zarina Cadiz via email.

Cultural Potluck BBQ for Therapists

Saturday, August 16, 2025

12-5pm

SouthLand Park

(1300 13th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95822)

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Join us for a joyful afternoon of food, connection, and cultural celebration at our Cultural Potluck BBQ for Therapists! This is a wonderful opportunity to build community, share a dish that reflects your roots or personal story, and connect with fellow mental health professionals in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Bring a dish that represents your culture, heritage, or comfort food favorites—and come ready to enjoy delicious bites, meaningful conversations, and the vibrant diversity that makes our community so special. Please be sure to note your contribution in the registration form.

Open to all therapists and mental health professionals.

Cost:

Free for SVC-CAMFT members

$5 for non-members

Let’s nourish each other with food, laughter, and connection. We can’t wait to see you there!

For questions, contact Christina Robles, LMFT (DEI Chair) at christina@intuitiveheartcounseling.com.

5,6,7,8: How Do Kids Communicate? Using Play Therapy in Child, Teen and Family Sessions

Friday, September 5, 2025

9:30am-12:30pm
(see time breakdown below)

with Lyla Tyler - LMFT, RPT-S and Geneva Knowles - LPCC, RPT

3 CE credits

In person @ Rancho Cordova City Hall - American River Room North

(2729 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670)

Description

This presentation introduces the core principles of play therapy and explores how children express themselves, build relationships, and process experiences through play. Geared toward therapists working with children, teens, and families, this session offers practical interventions that harness the language of play to support emotional regulation, strengthen connection, and deepen therapeutic engagement. Participants will leave with a variety of creative tools they can immediately apply in their clinical work.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this presentation, attendees will be able to:

1. Explain play therapy and its significance in child development.
2. Demonstrate 2 assessment techniques to use with children.
3. Demonstrate at least one play therapy intervention that can be used with younger children, teens and families in the play therapy session.

Presenter(s)

At Kid Counseling Sacramento, Lyla and Geneva specialize in play therapy for children, adolescents, teens, and families. Lyla is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with extensive experience in community mental health and private practice. She offers compassionate, developmentally attuned support for young clients and their caregivers. Geneva is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Credentialed School Counselor, and Registered Play Therapist with a strong background in school-based mental health and private practice. She helps children and teens express themselves, build emotional insight, and strengthen family connections. Both therapists use playful, relationship-based approaches to support resilience, healing, and healthy development.

Sponsor

Other Details

Time: 9:30am-12:30pm

8:30am-9:30am (checkin/light breakfast and networking)

9:30am-12:30pm (CE event presentation)

Location: Rancho Cordova City Hall - American River Room North (2729 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670)

Cost: 

Non-member $60

Licensed Member $50

Associate Member $40

Student Member $40

Early Bird (ends 2 weeks prior to event)

Non-member $55

Licensed Member $45

Associate Member $35

Student Member $35

For questions, more information, accommodations: contact us at sacramentocamft@gmail.com. You may also contact Programs Co-Chair Roque Neto at ramorimneto@paloaltou.edu. See specific presentation online in confirmation and reminder emails.

This is an introductory, intermediate, and advanced level course. This program will benefit LMFT, LPCC, LEP and LCSW licensees and pre-licensees. Open to all mental health professionals, both members and non-members.

This course meets the qualifications for 3 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. The Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (SVC-CAMFT), provider #62279, is approved by CAMFT to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. SVC-CAMFT maintains the responsibility for the program and all its content.

CE credit will be awarded via email after the completion of the course in exchange for a course evaluation. No CE credits will be awarded to persons not attending the presentation in it's entirety. Partial CE credit will not be awarded.

Event Policies

3000 Club

Prelicensed Support Group

Thursday, September 11, 2025

10:00-11:30am

In Person @ Pachamama

(919 20th St, Sacramento, CA 95811)

Meets Second Thursday of Each Month

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We’re excited to offer a Pre-Licensed Support Group designed specifically for students, trainees, and associates navigating the early stages of their clinical journey. This is a space to build community, process shared challenges, and grow in your identity as a therapist.

Some topics we’ll explore together include:

• Imposter Syndrome – You’re not alone in feeling like you’re faking it.
• Burnout Prevention & Therapist Sustainability – Let’s talk about how to care for ourselves while caring for others.
• Navigating Transference & Countertransference – Reflect on emotional dynamics in the room.
• Building Confidence as a New Therapist – Find your voice and trust your process.

FREE for chapter members, $5 for non-members.

If you are licensed, please pass this on to your associates or any pre-licensed individual in your community.

For questions, contact 3000 Club Chair Zarina Cadiz via email.

Presented by Alain Montgomery, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

3 CE credits
Learn from CAMFT's expert attorneys in a 2025 series of Law and Ethics webinars to support your practice.
Can't attend the webinar? No problem! The webinar will be recorded, and your registration will have access to the recording for 3 months.
Discount for Chapter Members
Members of a local chapter will receive a $5 discount on the Law and Ethics webinars. It's our way of saying thank you for being a valued part of the chapter community.

CAMFT is sponsoring these events.

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

REGISTER NOW

3000 Club

Prelicensed Support Group

Thursday, October 9, 2025

10:00-11:30am

In Person @ Pachamama

(919 20th St, Sacramento, CA 95811)

Meets Second Thursday of Each Month

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We’re excited to offer a Pre-Licensed Support Group designed specifically for students, trainees, and associates navigating the early stages of their clinical journey. This is a space to build community, process shared challenges, and grow in your identity as a therapist.

Some topics we’ll explore together include:

• Imposter Syndrome – You’re not alone in feeling like you’re faking it.
• Burnout Prevention & Therapist Sustainability – Let’s talk about how to care for ourselves while caring for others.
• Navigating Transference & Countertransference – Reflect on emotional dynamics in the room.
• Building Confidence as a New Therapist – Find your voice and trust your process.

FREE for chapter members, $5 for non-members.

If you are licensed, please pass this on to your associates or any pre-licensed individual in your community.

For questions, contact 3000 Club Chair Zarina Cadiz via email.

3000 Club

Prelicensed Support Group

Thursday, November 13, 2025

10:00-11:30am

In Person @ Pachamama

(919 20th St, Sacramento, CA 95811)

Meets Second Thursday of Each Month

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We’re excited to offer a Pre-Licensed Support Group designed specifically for students, trainees, and associates navigating the early stages of their clinical journey. This is a space to build community, process shared challenges, and grow in your identity as a therapist.

Some topics we’ll explore together include:

• Imposter Syndrome – You’re not alone in feeling like you’re faking it.
• Burnout Prevention & Therapist Sustainability – Let’s talk about how to care for ourselves while caring for others.
• Navigating Transference & Countertransference – Reflect on emotional dynamics in the room.
• Building Confidence as a New Therapist – Find your voice and trust your process.

FREE for chapter members, $5 for non-members.

If you are licensed, please pass this on to your associates or any pre-licensed individual in your community.

For questions, contact 3000 Club Chair Zarina Cadiz via email.

Presented by Sara Jasper, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

3 CE credits
Learn from CAMFT's expert attorneys in a 2025 series of Law and Ethics webinars to support your practice.
Can't attend the webinar? No problem! The webinar will be recorded, and your registration will have access to the recording for 3 months.
Discount for Chapter Members
Members of a local chapter will receive a $5 discount on the Law and Ethics webinars. It's our way of saying thank you for being a valued part of the chapter community.

CAMFT is sponsoring these events.

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

REGISTER NOW

3000 Club

Prelicensed Support Group

Thursday, December 11, 2025

10:00-11:30am

In Person @ Pachamama

(919 20th St, Sacramento, CA 95811)

Meets Second Thursday of Each Month

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We’re excited to offer a Pre-Licensed Support Group designed specifically for students, trainees, and associates navigating the early stages of their clinical journey. This is a space to build community, process shared challenges, and grow in your identity as a therapist.

Some topics we’ll explore together include:

• Imposter Syndrome – You’re not alone in feeling like you’re faking it.
• Burnout Prevention & Therapist Sustainability – Let’s talk about how to care for ourselves while caring for others.
• Navigating Transference & Countertransference – Reflect on emotional dynamics in the room.
• Building Confidence as a New Therapist – Find your voice and trust your process.

FREE for chapter members, $5 for non-members.

If you are licensed, please pass this on to your associates or any pre-licensed individual in your community.

For questions, contact 3000 Club Chair Zarina Cadiz via email.