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Santa Cruz CAMFT is a local chapter of our State Association, CAMFT.

The Santa Cruz chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) is an organization of licensed professionals, interns, trainees, and students interested in opportunities for professional development, networking and continuing education.

07/07/2026

Focus on Women with ADHD (August 21st CE Event)

Women with ADHD are diagnosed an average of 5 years later than men — and are twice as likely to be misdiagnosed with anxiety or depression along the way. 🧠

Join us for "Focus on Women with ADHD: Screening, Assessment and Interventions for Psychotherapists" with Kara Cruz, LMFT, PMH-C — a Neurodivergent (ADHD) therapist, EMDRIA Certified Therapist™, and CE trainer with over a decade of experience supporting women through trauma, ADHD, and reproductive mental health.

📅 Friday, August 21st, 2026�🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM�
📍 Paradox Hotel, 611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz�
✅ 2 CE Credits | Breakfast & networking included
Open to MFTs and other mental health professionals.
Registration required — space is limited!
Link to register 🔗 https://www.santacruztherapist.org/event-6638673

07/05/2026

Looking back at Fireside Connections 🔥🌊

Thank you to everyone who joined us last month for an unforgettable evening on the beach! There was something so special about gathering around the fire, sharing stories, and connecting with fellow mental health professionals under the stars.
From the sound of the waves to the warmth of the campfire, this gathering reminded us why community matters so much in this work we do. We're grateful for every conversation, every connection made, and every moment of collective presence shared.

Thank you for showing up, sharing space, and honoring this beautiful tradition with us. Here's to many more moments of gathering, growth, and connection! 💚✨

Can't wait to see you at our next event! 🌊

07/03/2026

Collective Reset: Networking with Group Acupuncture (July 29th)

Sometimes the best kind of networking isn't about handing out business cards — it's about sitting still together. ✨

Join us for an evening blending professional connection with a restorative mind-body experience. We're delighted to welcome Cally Haber, L.Ac., a licensed acupuncturist with 36 years of experience in private practice and public health, specializing in addiction and recovery, mental and emotional health, and trauma.

The evening includes an Experiential Acupuncture Session — a gentle, standardized group protocol widely used in recovery settings to support stress reduction and bring the body, mind, and spirit into balance.

📅 Wednesday, July 29th, 2026�🕠 5:30 – 8:00 PM�
📍 The Camp Recovery Center Outpatient Office, 3600 Glen Canyon Rd, Scotts Valley
All therapists, associates, and students welcome.
RSVP for FREE on the Santa Cruz CAMFT website: https://www.santacruztherapist.org/event-6681278

05/08/2026

We're bringing Brainspotting to Santa Cruz! 🧠✨
SC-CAMFT is exploring hosting a Brainspotting Phase 1 Training this summer or fall, and we want YOUR input before we finalize plans!

Brainspotting is a powerful, brain- and body-based approach that helps clients process trauma where it's held in the nervous system—leading to lasting relief, improved regulation, and deeper healing.

This deeply experiential training with Kelly Larson, LMFT (Brainspotting Trainer & co-host of The Spotcast) goes beyond theory—you'll gain hands-on practice, personal healing, and confidence to use Brainspotting with clients immediately.

Two potential dates:
📅 July 17–19, 2026 (Summer)
📅 November 6–8, 2026 (Fall)

Pricing:
💰 Licensed Clinician: $875
💰 Associate Level: $775
💰 Student: $575

Before we move forward, we need to know: Are you interested?
👉 Fill out our quick interest survey to help us gauge demand and preferred timing: https://forms.gle/HeAyzpeWm3MJv8ek6

This is NOT a commitment to register—just a way for us to plan accordingly!

Questions? Drop them below or DM us! 💬

04/11/2026

Don't miss this CE training in 2 weeks! 🧠✨

Join us April 24th for our next CE training with Holly Hughes, LCSW—a clinician with 20+ years of trauma-focused expertise.

This training is perfect for clinicians who want to deepen their trauma-informed approach, strengthen pacing and safety in session, or integrate new modalities into their existing practice. You'll leave with practical skills you can use in session next week—plus 2 CE credits and a live demonstration to see these concepts in action.

📅 Friday, April 24th
⏰ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Simpkins Community Center, Room B (979 17th Ave, Santa Cruz)
🎓 2 CE Credits

Swipe to learn more about what you'll gain from this training ➡️
Register now— https://www.santacruztherapist.org/event-6504499

04/10/2026

Join us for A Collective Pause 🎶✨

As mental health professionals, we hold space for others every day—but when do we create space to be held ourselves?

This upcoming Tuesday, April 14th, join us for an evening of connection, nourishment, and deep restoration. We'll begin with intentional networking over food and drinks, then transition into a 45-minute guided community sound bath led by Jessica "Ruby" Hernandez, M.A., LMFT.

Jessica brings a grounded, trauma-informed approach to sound healing, weaving together gongs, crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, drums, chimes, and more to support nervous system regulation, deep relaxation, and collective presence.
This is your invitation to slow down, restore, and be held by our professional community. 💫

📅 Tuesday, April 14th
⏰ 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Camp Recovery Center, 3600 Glen Canyon Rd, Scotts Valley
💰 FREE for SC-CAMFT Members | $20-25 Non-Members
⚠️ Registration closes Monday, April 13th—don't wait! Link in bio.

We can't wait to pause, breathe, and heal together. See you there! 🌿

04/09/2026

We're growing! 🌱

SC-CAMFT is looking for passionate therapists to join our board and help shape the future of our community.

We have open positions for:
✨ President-Elect
✨ Director of Membership
✨ Support Group Director
✨ Treasurer

No prior board experience required—just a commitment to collaboration, community building, and supporting local mental health professionals.

Interested or curious? Fill out our interest form (link in bio) to learn more about the roles and start a conversation with us. We'd love to hear from you! 💚

04/01/2026

Spring has arrived in Santa Cruz! 🌊🌸

As therapists, we know the power of seasonal shifts—new growth, renewal, and fresh perspectives. What does spring mean for your practice? Whether it's longer evening walks, blooming gardens, or simply more light in the day, we hope this season brings you moments of restoration.

How are you welcoming spring into your self-care routine? Share below! 💐 "

03/31/2026

🎶 Save the date for our April networking event! 🎶

As mental health professionals, we hold space for others every day—but when do we create space to be held ourselves? Join us for A Collective Pause: Community Sound Healing on April 14th for an evening of connection, nourishment, and deep restoration.

We’ll begin with intentional networking over food and drinks, then transition into a 45-minute guided sound bath led by Jessica “Ruby” Hernandez, M.A., LMFT. Experience the healing vibrations of gongs, crystal singing bowls, drums, chimes, and more in a trauma-informed, grounded space designed for nervous system regulation and collective presence.

This is your invitation to slow down, restore, and be held by our professional community. 💫

📅 Tuesday, April 14th
⏰ 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Camp Recovery Center, 3600 Glen Canyon Rd, Scotts Valley

💰 FREE for SC-CAMFT Members | $20-25 Non-Members
Registration closes April 13th—https://www.santacruztherapist.org/event-6551942

03/30/2026

Meet the Board Member: Ellen Garfield, LMFT 👋

Ellen has been practicing psychotherapy since 2014 and is a graduate of the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. She works with adults and teens in both English and Spanish, specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and LGBTQIA affirming care. Her approach integrates EMDR, IFS, mindfulness, and inner child work with a direct, results-oriented style that helps clients move toward healing.

Outside the therapy room, Ellen is a martial artist, a super fan of the Golden State Valkyries 🏀, and a passionate local organizer advocating for workers' rights.

We're grateful for Ellen's leadership, dedication, and the heart she brings to our community! 💚

Interested in getting involved with SC-CAMFT? We're always looking for passionate members to join committees and board initiatives. DM us to learn more!

Address

P. O. Box 7563
Santa Cruz, CA
95061

Telephone

+18314297786

Website

http://www.santacruztherapist.org/

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Eva Rider Reclaiming Soul
95062

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