SCV-CAMFT upcoming events

A CULTURAL FIELD GUIDES OFFERING - PRIDE: Gather and Belong (Saturday, August 29, 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Registrations are limited, so register early!

Questions?

Contact culturalfieldguides@gmail.com.

Cultural Field Guides is an initiative of Santa Clara Valley CAMFT, designed to immerse mental health professionals in the living contexts of the communities we serve.

Registrations are limited. No refunds will be issued for this event.

Two-Part Clinical Workshop (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

No CE credit. This event will be recorded and available to registrants for 3 months.

ADHD: Assessments, Diagnosis and Treatment

This presentation is intended for clinicians focusing on culturally responsive AHD assessment for Latinx clients. It covers the foundational aspects of ADHD diagnosis, differential diagnosis, disparities in diagnosis and care, cultural and systemic barriers, the use of the DSM-5 Cultural Formulation Interview, trauma-informed screening considerations, validated assessment tools, and ethical/legal implications. Additionally, it includes a case vignette to support culturally grounded treatment planning.

About the Presenter

Stephanie Olano, LMFT, CFT-I, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and the owner of TODOS Therapy, a fully virtual clinical practice based in Merced, CA, serving clients throughout the state. Her practice centers neurodivergent-affirming care, including ADHD and autism assessments, and integrates Brainspotting as a core therapeutic modality. Stephanie is especially passionate about culturally responsive care for BIPOC and Latinx communities, bringing a bilingual, bicultural lens to her clinical work. She is committed to making mental health care more accessible, affirming, and attuned to the identities and lived experiences of the clients she serves. todostherapy.com

Educational Therapy and Executive Functioning Strategies

Join Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., Board Certified Educational Therapist, for an engaging exploration of executive functioning and how it impacts learners academically, emotionally, and in everyday life. Rachel will help parents and educators recognize the skills behind common struggles and share practical strategies for building simple, sustainable systems that support organization, time management, reduce anxiety, and foster greater independence

About the Presenter

Rachel Kapp is a Los Angeles native who graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Sociology and minored in Jewish Studies. Rachel’s background as a mentor preschool teacher helped her gain a firm foundation in explicit instruction and was the perfect segue to her career as a Board Certified Educational Therapist. She completed her Educational Therapy coursework at the California State University, Northridge in December 2015 and became Board

Certified in May 2018. She owns Kapp Educational Therapy Group, an all virtual group practice that specializes in Executive Functioning skills challenges and supports learners nationally. She is also a co-founder and co-host of the Learn Smarter: the Educational Therapy Podcast, a resource offering over 350 episodes of educational content for educators and families. In her free time, Rachel loves spending time with her husband and sons, watching baseball (go Dodgers!), and cooking and baking for friends and family. kappedtherapy.com

The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speaker and not, necessarily, of SCV-CAMFT. SCV-CAMFT can not be held liable for any damages arising from recommendations or advice given by our speakers or any actions or decisions arising out of the content of this presentation. Presentations at SCV-CAMFT events do not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker's views, products or services.

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Law & Ethics: Common Insurance Issues and Questions Demystified (Friday, October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Presented by Sara Jasper, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

Includes 3 CE credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs and LCSWs. A recording will be made available to all registrants for 3 months. For those who can't attend live, CE credit is available by watching the recording and passing a test.

Discount for Chapter Members
Members of a local chapter will receive a $5 discount. Be sure to be logged in when you register.

Chapter members: $55
CAMFT members: $60
Non-members: $85

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Presentation Details

This law and ethics-focused training is designed for mental health professionals who are paneled with insurance companies, considering becoming in-network, or seeing clients who wish to use out-of-network benefits. While insurance provides increased access to care, it also introduces complex legal and ethical obligations. During the training, Ms. Jasper will discuss how to fully inform patients about insurance issues at the outset of treatment, bill accurately and respond to records requests and audits in a manner that complies with state and federal confidentiality laws.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

Identify essential insurance-related disclosures that must be included in the informed consent process at the outset of treatment.
Implement informed consent procedures that fully notify patients about insurance issues and financial responsibilities at the start of treatment.
Execute accurate billing practices to ensure compliance with insurance company requirements and professional standards.
Identify common reasons for insurance record requests and audits.
Respond to records requests and insurance audits effectively while maintaining adherence to state and federal confidentiality laws, such as HIPAA.
Develop a legally sound, step-by-step protocol for responding to insurance audit requests.

Event Support

infocenter@camft.org
(888) 892-2638
(858) 292-2638
Business Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30AM to 4:30PM PT; Tuesday and Thursday 8:30AM to 4:00PM PT

TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

Private Practice Business Basics and Financial Education for Therapists (Friday, October 23, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

10:00 AM

Private Practice Business Basics

Jennie Schottmiller, LMFT, CPA

No CE credit

Practice Business Basics (we will cover basics of accounting, tax deductions and estimating taxes)
Know what to expect when hiring or managing a group practice (will cover how to hire, how to determine pay, aspects of paying workers, but this excludes solo owners for the most part)
Be prepared for estimated taxes for the year (will cover all aspects of estimated taxes)
Taxes, Deductions & Retirement (will cover bookkeeping, accounting and retirement)

About the Presenter

Jennie Schottmiller, CPA, LMFT, is the founder of Simple Profit, where she helps health and wellness professionals understand accounting, taxes, and financial management in plain language. Drawing on her unique experience as both a CPA and family therapist, Jennie brings a practical and approachable perspective to the business side of private practice. Her goal is to help business owners understand their numbers, make informed decisions, and build financially sustainable businesses, simpleprofit.com.

11:00 AM

Financial Education for Therapists

Susan Vidalon-Suzuki

Financial Consultant |Series 7, Series 66, & CA Insurance License #0M71892
Certified Retirement Education Specialist

No CE credit

This session will cover basics of Financial Planning when owning a private practice. Learn how to best structure your business and navigate investment strategies for both your practice and personal goals.

Topics include:

Cashflow management, savings, & investing basics
Business structures (sole proprietor vs. LLC vs. non-profit)
Retirement savings options (SEP IRA, solo 401k)
Employee benefits (retirement & health)

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