Past Events
A Joyous Day to Unplug and Unwind!
October 27, 2017 – Join us for VIP guest speakers, music, dancing, fun games and great food!
Mastering Ethics in the Digital Age with Dr. Louise A. Stanger, Ed.D.,LCSW, CDWF, CIP
May 10, 2018 – A lively interactive training which takes a close look at rules and regulations governing digital communications, the use of social media, telepsychology and crossing state lines as a licensed provider. In addition, the impact of the opioid epidemic on delivery of services along with the legalization of marijuana and the “ME TOO” movement will be some of the more global ethical issues we will explore as practitioners.
Learn How to Facilitate Compelling Groups with Seth C. Kadish, Psy.D
June 13, 2018 – Seth C. Kadish, Psy.D, Director of Group Therapists at PCH and Group Facilitator at Milestones Ranch Malibu offers a comprehensive and compelling approach useful for clinicians in any number of behavioral health care settings. Dr. Kadish offers a practical approach for helping complex clients, maintaining rules and structure and creating exciting groups from scratch. Clinician fears around facilitating compelling groups and the four elements of the successful group-mystery, authenticity, passion and creativity – are also addressed.
What Graduate School Didn’t Teach You About Eating Disorder Treatment
July 18, 2018 – Therapists typically receive little graduate instruction on working with eating disordered individuals. This training is intended to provide a broad overview of critical information necessary to provide proper care for the eating disordered client. Facilitators will learn how to assess and diagnose eating disorders
Fact or Fiction The Truth About Addiction
August 28, 2018 – Keynote Speaker: Christopher Kennedy Lawford Author, lawyer, actor and activist, Christopher Kennedy Lawford is a member of the prominent Kennedy family and son of actor Peter Lawford. His best-selling books include Symptoms of Withdrawal, a candid look at the depths of his own drug and alcohol addiction; and Moments of Clarity, recovery stories from people of all walks of life reflecting the journey we all take as human beings trying to make sense of our world.
Motivational Interviewing: Helping Clients Make Meaningful Changes
April 5, 2019 – Robert is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and Professional clinical counselor with over 20 years of experience. Robert spent a decade at Pepperdine University serving as the assistant director of their counseling center and coordinator of their alcohol and drug program. he is an expert on the topic of motivational interviewing and member of the motivational interviewing network (MINT) of trainers.
Integrating Eastern Medicine into Western Addiction Treatment: A Pragmatic Approach
June 28, 2019 – Bringing East and West Together in Times of the Opioid Crisis.
The Gift of Self-Care
February 4, 2020 – Let’s examine the science behind motivation and increase our willingness to enhance personal well-being.
The Aftermath of Covid
August 18, 2021 – You are cordially invited to a book signing event about families, addiction and mental health with Dr. Louise Stanger.
Incorrigible: A Coming of Age Memoir of Loss, Addiction & Incarceration
October 20, 2021 – Please join us for a special book signing event with author Wendy Adamson.
Women Who Rise 30 International Best-selling Authors Share Their Stories
December 15, 2021 – Please join us for a special book signing event with bestselling author Jeanie Griffin.
Educate to Elevate – Free Public Service Event
October 25, 2022- You are cordially invited to a very special evening filled with inspirational short talks, music, community discussion and education regarding the important topic of ANTI- BULLYING. Families,[…]
Educate to Elevate- Raising the Bar in HR where the employee is the Super Star!
October 25, 2023- Please join us for a unique and informative discussion on important HR topics such as: Compassionate leadership, talent acquisition strategies for recruiting and maximizing employees potential, the[…]
Educate to Elevate- “Helping and protecting those in need of psychiatric support in our community”
January 19, 2024- Join us for this meaningful educational event with VIP guests speakers Dr. Tim Pylko, Dr. Timothy Fong, Michael Peterson, Lauren Brock and Angela Carrillo!