WEBINAR

CBT for Later Life Depression

Dolores Gallagher-Thompson, PhD, ABPP

Friday February 21st 

1:00 PM - 4:15 PM

3 CEs 

Register

COST

Licensed MC-CAMFT Member   $35

Pre-Licensed MC-CAMFT Member   $20

Non-Members   $60

Course meets the qualifications for 3 hours of continuing education credits for LMFTs, LPCCs, and/or LCSWs, as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Description

This workshop equips participants with proven strategies to effectively engage and support older adults—and, when needed, their family members—using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) adapted to their unique needs. Older adults often face challenges such as vision and hearing impairments, cognitive decline, chronic medical conditions, functional limitations, and limited social support. These factors can hinder their ability to fully benefit from traditional CBT approaches. In this training, you'll learn how to identify these barriers and implement tailored accommodations, ensuring your therapeutic interventions are both practical and impactful.

Dolores Gallagher-Thompson earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Southern California in 1979 and has been a licensed psychologist in California since 1981. Dr. Gallagher-Thompson trained with Aaron Beck, MD, at the Cognitive Therapy Institute in Philadelphia, PA (the founder of cognitive therapy), and with Peter Lewinsohn, PhD, at the University of Oregon, who specialized in behavioral approaches. These formative experiences led to the development of “CBT for Later Life Depression,” a therapeutic approach she co-created with her husband, Larry W. Thompson, PhD, ABPP. Together, they provided clinical care, conducted research, and led several randomized clinical trials on this evidence-based therapy, which has since been widely adopted by clinicians in various settings.

Over a career spanning more than three decades, Dr. Gallagher-Thompson and Dr. Thompson trained psychology interns and post-doctoral students, social workers, psychiatric nurses, and psychiatry residents and fellows at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Gallagher-Thompson continues to train psychiatrists in this approach today. Board-certified in both Clinical Psychology and Geropsychology, she was part of the original team that established the geropsychology specialization through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). She also serves as an oral examiner for the ABPP and recently revised the ethics vignettes used in oral exams to ensure comprehensive representation of diversity issues.

Currently, Dr. Gallagher-Thompson holds the title of Professor Emerita in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University.

Hello Members,

As our chapter navigates these dynamic times, I’m thrilled to share that we are thriving more than ever. In recent months, we’ve welcomed an influx of talent and creativity among our volunteers, strengthening our foundation in exciting new ways. Our Board of Trustees is more robust than ever, and I’m delighted to officially introduce two exceptional new board members: Jenna Mahoney, LMFT, and Corrina Zandakis, LCSW. Jenna has generously taken on the role of leading our social media efforts, helping to expand our reach and deepen the sense of community within our chapter and beyond. She is the creative behind our new social media series, “Getting to Know You,” featured on Facebook and Instagram. In this series, Jenna travels to your office or selected space to interview you about your career and practice. Be sure to follow us on social media, and if you’d like to be featured, don’t hesitate to reach out to Jenna directly. Corrina has stepped into the role of Hospitality Chair with a wealth of experience organizing events in college. Her warmth and enthusiasm are perfect for creating welcoming and engaging events for our members. We are excited to see how her talents will continue to enhance our chapter’s gatherings.

As we celebrate our progress, I must also share that my time as President is coming to a close. It’s hard to believe that two years have passed since I received the call from past President Marysue Abernathy, inviting me to take on this role. At the time, I had little idea of what lay ahead, but I decided to jump in the deep end and learn how to swim. Though I hadn’t previously served on any board, this experience has become one of the most rewarding of my life, both personally and professionally. Serving as President has been transformative, especially at such a pivotal moment in my career as I reached licensure. I can’t stress enough how valuable this opportunity is, and I am excited to pass the baton to someone ready to embrace the challenge and growth that comes with leadership. In the coming months, we will be reaching out to each of you to discuss the exciting opportunity of becoming the next President of the Monterey County Chapter of CAMFT. Rest assured, whoever takes on this role will have my full support as a guide throughout 2025, not to mention the whole community behind you lifting you up. You definitely won’t be alone on this journey.

Looking ahead, our calendar for the remainder of 2024 is packed with valuable Continuing Education salons and workshops, social gatherings, and Psych Hikes. Coming up, we have a fantastic workshop, “Dispelling the Illusion of Certainty in Therapy,” led by Chad Dispenza and Brian Wainwright. There are only five spots left (at the time of writing this), so be sure to register soon! Following that, Kristina Anzell will be presenting a virtual salon on “Unlocking the Power of Sleep: Enhancing Postpartum Mental Health,” a topic close to many of us. Both events are open for registration on our website, and you can find details about our other upcoming events in the “Save the Date” section of this newsletter.

I am genuinely excited about the next phase of our chapter, and I’m inspired by the energy and enthusiasm within our community. Here’s to continuing to grow, learn, and support one another in the months to come! 

Warm Regards, 

Amy Snyder, LMFT

FOR PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS

The Monterey Chapter CAMFT is a great way to start your professional connections in your new career! Join us and be a part of a group of peers supported by your professional community as you journey through your 3000 hours to licensure. First, become a member of CAMFT. Then become one of our valued chapter members by going to our membership application page. You'll be supported by:

• NETWORKING ACTIVITIES with Pre-Licensed and Licensed Members.
• TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES from short to day-long programs.
• JOB SEARCH SUPPORT with links to active job search sites.
• MENTORING: Find a mentor. 
• RESOURCES for the Road to Licensure.
• CHAIR SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE: Contact mccamft@gmail.com with attention to the pre-licensed chair.

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