Central Coast CAMFT upcoming events

Family-friendly Park Meet Up (Sun, August 30, 2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Family Friendly Park Meet Up

Bring the whole fam (or just yourself ) and enjoy good food and company. There is a big lawn area so feel free to bring balls, frisbees, scooters/bikes, and lawn games if you would like. Also bring chairs to sit in if that would make you comfortable as well as water bottles (there is a drinking fountain to fill up as needed). We are going potluck on this event so when you RSVP, please let us know what you plan to bring.

Please RSVP via our website and then email Kim Richards with your name/group size as well as what you plan to bring: richardskimlmft@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

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

Pre-Licensed Meet & Greet Presented by Central Coast CAMFT (Tue, September 15, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Pre-Licensed Meet & Greet Presented by Central Coast–CAMFT

CCCAMFT is excited to invite all Pre-Licensees (no CAMFT membership required!) to an in-person networking and social gathering on Tuesday September 15th 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Swell Therapy and Wellness! RSVP is required as there will be limited space. Additionally, if you RSVP but cannot attend, please let us know as we typically have a waitlist due to limited space. We want to make sure that the individuals that want to attend have the opportunity to :)

The intention for this event is to connect with fellow local pre-licensed therapists in a casual and supportive environment to foster inspiration from one another. Whether you're looking to meet new people, share experiences, get support, learn something new, or just unwind with others on a similar path, we'd love to have you join us! Feel free to arrive and leave anytime within the 6:00–7:30 PM window. We’ll have snacks and drinks available to enjoy! This gathering is open to anyone currently enrolled in a graduate program, Trainees, and Associates. You do not need to be a CAMFT member to attend. If you know other Pre-Licensees who might be interested, please forward this invite their way!
This is a free event, but please register so we know how many people to expect.

Central Coast CAMFT Presents: Therapist Wellness Walk on the Bob Jones Trail (Thu, September 24, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Central Coast CAMFT Presents: Therapist Wellness Walk on the Bob Jones Trail

Wednesday, September 24th | 5:30 PM | Bob Jones Trail, Avila Beach

Join your fellow therapists for an evening of connection, movement, and fresh air on the scenic Bob Jones Trail. This casual therapeutic walk is a chance to step away from the office, stretch your legs, and enjoy meaningful conversation with colleagues who understand the work we do.

Whether you come to network, decompress, or simply enjoy the coastal beauty alongside good company, all are welcome. No agenda, just community, nature, and the kind of connection that sustains us in this profession.

Comfortable shoes and a water bottle recommended. Friends and colleagues in the mental health field are welcome to join.

This is a free event, but please register so we know how many people to expect.

We hope to see you on the trail!

Warmly,

Leah DeRose, LMFT

Overcoming Sexual Shame and Anxiety: A Sex Therapy Toolkit for Connection (Fri, September 25, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Presents:
Overcoming Sexual Shame and Anxiety:
A Sex Therapy Toolkit for Connection

Presented By:
David F. Khalili, LMFT

Friday, September 25th, 2026, 9:30 am-11:30 am

*This event is offered via Zoom-- event will be live on zoom
and recorded. Register here if you wish to watch the recorded version and receive CEs*

Number of CEs: 2

Presentation Overview:

This workshop delves into the intricate dynamics of shame and anxiety and their influence on sex therapy practices across diverse genders, with a special focus on working with men, including trans men. By addressing these critical issues, therapists can empower their clients to tackle sexual and relational challenges more effectively. Guided by David F. Khalili, LMFT, from Rouse Relational Wellness and Rouse Academy, and author of The Mental Health Workbook for Men, this session promises engaging discussions, vivid vignettes, and practical tools for addressing sexual shame and anxiety in men. Whether you are an experienced sex therapist or don’t know how to talk about sex with clients, this training offers valuable insights and strategies to enhance your practice.

Educational Goals:

The program focuses on helping clients reduce anxiety and shame related to sex. Participants will acquire skills in utilizing practical assessment tools and techniques to effectively understand the impact of shame and anxiety on sexual concerns, leading to increased comfort discussing sex in therapy. Participants will also learn techniques to help clients address sexual anxiety and shame, and improve confidence in their sexual selves.

Learning Objectives:

a. Participants will be able to identify four key principles of the biopsychosocial approach to sex therapy.

b. Participants will be able to name four techniques to help clients address sexual anxiety and shame.

c. Participants will be able to state five reasons shame and anxiety impact sexual functioning.

d. Participants will be able to identify four strategies to empower clients to improve confidence in communicating about sex.

Presentation by:

David F. Khalili, LMFT

David F Khalili is a licensed marriage and family therapist, board-certified sexologist, and founder of Rouse Relational Wellness, a boutique couples and sex therapy center in San Francisco, and authored Mental Health Workbook for Men and Sex Worriers: A Mindfully Queer Guide for Men’s Anxiety to Sex and Dating. David pulls from many influences in the world of mental health and sexual wellness, as well as cultural and spiritual influences from his heritage from Iran. David aims to help those in the margins feel less lonely and more connected with their communities. Specializing in couples and sex therapy, David draws from his diverse background, which includes peer sex education, work in adult boutiques, and a Master's degree in Sexuality Studies from San Francisco State University. For more information about David's practice, visit rousetherapy.com.

Continuing Education Credit

Certificates will be distributed upon completion of an Evaluation. Participants will only receive credit for actual attendance.

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

The Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #62273) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs. The Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

Grievances

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:

The participant(s) will be asked to put concerns in writing (this can be in electronic form, such as an email).

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.

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:

Registrants must cancel their registration within 10 days of the event to receive a refund minus a $5 administrative fee. Exceptions can be made for 48-hour notices in case of an emergency. If you need to cancel, please contact Event Chair, Kim Richards: richardskimlmft@gmail.com.

Special Accommodations

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

Delight as a Feeling, Delight as a Stance with Evan Perlo (Sat, October 24, 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Presents:
Delight as a Feeling, Delight as a Stance with Evan Perlo

Saturday, October 24th, 2026, 9:00 am-1:00 pm

Number of CEs: 3

Save the Date!

Details to come!

Certificates will be distributed upon completion of an Evaluation. Participants will only receive credit for actual attendance.

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

Grievances

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

The participant(s) will be asked to put concerns in writing (this can be in electronic form, such as an email).

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.

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:

Special Accommodations

Therapist Hike and Connect with Central Coast CAMFT (Sun, November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Therapist Hike and Connect with Central Coast CAMFT

When: Sunday, November 8, 10am

What: Therapists, join us for a refreshing Hike & Connect event on the
beautiful Central Coast. This is a casual, social hike designed to get
outside, enjoy some movement, and connect with fellow mental health
professionals in a relaxed setting.

Whether you are looking to network, build community, or simply enjoy a
relaxed morning outdoors with colleagues, this event is for you. Come
solo or bring a colleague. We would love to see you there.

This is a free event, but please register so we know how many people to expect.

Law and Ethics (Sat, November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Law and Ethics

with Dave Jensen, JD

6 CEs

Sat. November 14th, 2026 9:00am-4:00pm
with a 1 hour lunch break

San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St,
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
and available virtually

Overview

Although the paper a subpoena is printed on is light, a subpoena is a "heavy" document because of the legal responsibilities embedded within it. These responsibilities affect the lawyers who issue them, the courts that enforce them, and the therapists subject to them. In this 6-hour law and ethics presentation, attorney Dave Jensen, a long time friend of the Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT, wll review California's laws regarding the issuing and serving of subpoenas; the creation and destruction of the psychotherapist-patient privilege; and, what to do in response to a subpoena, especially one for deposition testimony. Attorney Jensen is optimistic that after taking this class, you will actually look forward to being served with a subpoena, but maybe not. At least you will know who to call to discuss it.

Goal

This course is designed to help therapists understand some important legal principles pertaining to their profession and to apply them in their practices.

Measurable objectives:

a. Participants will be able to identify how the psychotherapist-patient privilege is different from the physician-patient privilege.

b. Participants will be able to assert the psychotherapist-patient privilege and understand the ramifications thereof.

c. Participants will be able to describe the parameters of the patient-litigant exception to the psychotherapist-patient privilege.

d. Participants will be able to identify five different types of questions asked during deposition testimony.

e. Participants will be able to describe their rights with regards to deposition testimony.

About David G. Jensen - CTSC LAW - Callahan Thompson Sherman & Caudill LLP

David G. Jensen is an associate in the firm’s litigation and psychology practice sections and he is based in the San Diego CTSC office.

He was born in Flint, Michigan and remains an ardent Detroit Tigers fan. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and his Juris Doctor degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. He also holds a Master’s of Liberal Studies degree from Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas.

Prior to joining CTSC Law, Mr. Jensen worked in-house for the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT), where he assisted CAMFT’s members in understanding and complying with their legal and ethical requirements. A popular and engaging presenter, Mr. Jensen has given numerous workshops throughout the state on compliance issues for psychotherapists. In addition, to providing workshops for local chapters of CAMFT, he also conducted trainings for nonprofit agencies, government agencies, and universities. He has also assisted psychotherapists in forming professional corporations and nonprofit corporations.

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Grievance Policy
While the Central Coast Chapter of CAMFT makes every effort to assure fair treatment for all participants and attempts to anticipate problems, there will 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:

The participant(s) will be asked to put concerns in writing (this can be in electronic form, such as an email).
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.
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

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Refund policy: registrants must cancel their registration within 10 days of the event to receive a refund minus a $10 administrative fee. Exceptions can be made for 48-hour notices in case of an emergency. If you need to cancel, please contact Event Chair, Kim Richards at richardskimlmft@gmail.com.

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

How to Attract and Track Your Ideal Client with Frances Barry, LMFT (Fri, December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Central Coast–CAMFT

Presents:
How to Attract and Track Your Ideal Client
with Frances Barry, LMFT

Friday, December 4th, 2026

Number of CEs: 0

Save the Date!

Details to come!

Grievances

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

The participant(s) will be asked to put concerns in writing (this can be in electronic form, such as an email).

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.

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:

Special Accommodations