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Monterey County Chapter ABOUT MC-CAMFT
The Monterey County Chapter of the California Association of Marriage Family Therapists (MC-CAMFT) has been active since 1989. Our chapter is comprised of over 160 licensed, associate and pre-licensed members who provide services to individuals, couples, families and groups regarding relationship issues.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) have a Masters degree and are licensed by the State Board of Behavioral Sciences. Licensure requires passing two written examinations and 3000 hours of supervised internship. |
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
If you are considering joining MC-CAMFT we invite you to read over the many benefits that chapter membership provides. We are proud of the very active chapter we have in Monterey County and of the generous spirit of its members. Being a therapist can be a lonely and isolating profession. If you want a sense of community, camaraderie and support for the important work you are doing, this is place to meet other therapists in our area.
We also provide a chance to have fun and socialize with like-minded people. Becoming a Board Member is also an excellent way to jump-start your involvement in the local therapist community. MC-CAMFT benefits include:
Monthly Luncheons and Programs Our chapter meetings are held six times a year. For upcoming events, schedule, and details see Events. At each of the monthly luncheon meetings we feature a guest speaker sharing expertise on topics of interest to therapists. MC-CAMFT members receive a discounted luncheon fee, and CEUs are also free to members. Monthly meetings are an excellent opportunity to network with colleagues, trade business cards, distribute flyers, announce events, expand your professional referral base and meet new clinicians in the area. Chapter Newsletter The MC-CAMFT newsletter offers:
Members are encouraged to submit articles or book reviews. The newsletter is published every other month. Members may choose to receive it by mail or via email (the "green" option). Members can also access current and previous issues of the newsletter on this website Member Directory & Referral Guide The directory includes professional listings of all MC-CAMFT members including contact information, areas of focus, languages spoken, clinical orientation, populations served, and groups offered. This information is available on our website in a searchable format using Find a Therapist. MC-CAMFT Website Our website provides you with an Internet link to your chapter and professional community. The Find a Therapist feature enables prospective clients to locate a therapist by name, areas of focus, languages spoken, office locations, population served, clinical orientation and groups offered. Other features include:
 Pre-Licensed Member Services Pre-licensed members receive the following benefits:
Bi-Annual Workshop Every other year we host an all-day workshop and bring in outstanding speakers.
Mailing Labels, Advertising & Classified Ads Members of the chapter and other professionals in the community are able to buy chapter mailing labels. The price for members is significantly less than for non-members. Members may also advertise in the newsletter via ads or flyers. Advertising is available for other organizations, individuals and agencies who are interested in publicizing information, services, events relevant to psychotherapy.
Other Programs and Events From time to time, special events and programs are hosted by our chapter. We have hosted a panel of family law attorneys and therapists, and more recently an evening member speaker series to accommodate those members unable to attend the Friday luncheon meetings. Each year we host a chapter party, alternating between a holiday party and a fall mixer. This offers an opportunity for members to socialize in a more casual and celebratory atmosphere. |