Statement of Purpose
The Purpose of this Chapter is to create an environment in which Marriage, Family and Child Therapists, interns, students and allied professionals can grow both personally and professionally. This purpose shall be accomplished through opportunities for networking and education available through regular chapter meetings, committee participation, special interest group formation, and special events. The chapter shall also provide the opportunity to obtain information regarding the ethical, therapeutic, and political issues through meetings and newsletters.
Our goals include, but are not limited to: providing a nourishing environment for social interaction, bonding and networking for LACAMFT members; providing informational and educational programs to the general public on issues relating to mental health and marriage and family therapy; and developing a strong leadership position with respect to marriage and family therapy in the Los Angeles area.
• Free continuing education
• Client referrals via our referral line
• Mentoring and case consultation groups
• Interesting and provocative programs
• Informative newsletters
• Opportunities for leadership involvement
• Networking opportunities
• Special interest committees
• Marketing and speaking opportunities
• Membership directory
• Special programs for students/interns by our 3000 club
• Reciprocity with the sfv-camft chapter
• Website and registry
LA-CAMFT is your professional organization. Experience the feeling of community by being involved with other MFT’s and pre-licensed professionals.
Membership Meetings
Generally our meetings are held the 3rd Saturday or Sunday of the month (except August and January). Check the Events page for current and future programs and meeting locations. For Program Chair, see the list of current Board Members.
Student/Intern 3000 Club Meetings
The 3000 Club (for pre-licensed members) meets semi-monthly at the Airport Marina Counseling Service. We offer interesting lectures pertinent to issues concerning trainees and interns as well as a supportive networking group, all within a casual setting. To find out more information please contact Pat Healy, MFT at 310 475-9101 or email: Phealymft@aol.com
Marketing Group
MARK YOUR CALENDAR ! Every last Sunday of the month from 11 am to 1 pm at Open Path Counseling Center, 12655 West Washington Blvd., Suite 101 Culver City, CA 90066.
Over the coming months, we will address topics such as:
- Setting up an effective marketing plan
- Finding marketing methods congruent with your personality
- Becoming knowledgeable about marketing tools and
- Creating a "buddy" system to support you to follow through on your marketing plans.
Come in with a colleague and pass the word around about this new service offered free to LACAMFT members. For more information, contact Ann Palik, M.A. at 310 840-2341 email: APalikmft@earthlink.net
Committee Meetings
Please contact the chapter if you are interested in heading a committee. 323 964-3200 or email: lacamft@att.net
Membership Application
Download and mail in your membership application.
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