San Gabriel Valley CAMFT upcoming events

3000 Club (in-person) Coffee Date (Sun, July 19, 2026)

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

3000 Club

In-person Support Group for Pre-Licensed Therapists

TOPIC

"Coffee Date"

WHEN

Sunday, July 19, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:30pm

WHERE

Red Car Coffee Shop

at the Huntington Library Art Museum

1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108

COST

Members: Free

Non-members: Free

FACILITATOR

Joe Girillo, LMFT

Who We Are

The 3000 Club is a group designed to support pre-licensed therapists on their journey towards licensure.

What to Expect

At the SGV-CAMFT 3000 club meet-ups you can expect networking opportunities to connect with other pre-licensed therapists, as well as access to a supportive community of licensed therapists who will have the answers to your questions about the licensure process.

When We Meet

SGV-CAMFT is now offering two 3000 Club meetings every month to support pre-licensed therapists on their road to licensure. One monthly meeting is hosted by Joe Girillo, LMFT and is held usually every third weekend of the month in person at varying locations. Our virtual meetings are currently on hold and will resume again soon. Emerald Aueyong will continue her volunteer efforts at LA-CAMFT.

About This Meet-Up

The 3000 Club "Coffee Date" this month will be at the Red Car Coffee Shop within the Huntington Library Art Museum in San Marino.

Be sure to register early for headcount purposes, and we look forward to seeing you there! Registration closes the morning of the event.

Questions?

Please email Joe Girillo, LMFT at jgirillo_57@joegirillo.com or via phone at (951) 206 - 1548 with further inquiries about this group.

Other Details

This is a Special Interest Group (SIG). Read more about SIGs here.

View event policies here.

Asian Therapist Community Group (Sat, July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Asian Therapist Community Group

In-person Community Group for Asian Therapists

TOPIC

"Between the Panels"

WHEN

Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 9:30 - 11:00am

WHERE

Anime Manga Lounge

(2115 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754)

COST

Members: Free

Non-members: $10

FACILITATOR

Jessica Lan, LMFT

Who We Are

The Asian Therapist Community Group is designed exclusively to support Asian mental health therapists, licensed and pre-licensed, throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles County. This is your space to connect, recharge, and thrive alongside peers who understand your unique journey.

What to Expect

You can expect to build a supportive network that uplifts each other while engaging in honest conversations about navigating life as an Asian therapist. Together, we'll build meaningful connections, foster personal and professional growth, and collectively uplift Asian mental health in our communities.

When We Meet

The Asian Therapist Community Group meets monthly on a Saturday at different locations throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

About This Meet-Up

Join us at Anime Manga Lounge with Tomoya Tsukada, the owner and creator, for a casual discussion space exploring the impact of manga, storytelling, and the themes that stay with us long after we finish reading. Together, we’ll explore how storytelling can influence the way we understand ourselves, others, and the world around us, while reflecting on the emotional and cultural impact manga can have across different stages of life.

This is a thoughtful community discussion space for those interested in manga, storytelling, and the ways narratives can connect people through shared experiences and reflection.

Registration is limited to 20 people, with a waitlist opportunity, so be sure to register early. We look forward to seeing you there! Registration closes the evening before the event.

Questions?

Please email Jessica Lan, LMFT at jessica@lanfamilytherapy.com or via phone at (626) 888-1086 with further inquiries about this group.

Other Details

This is a Special Interest Group (SIG). Read more about SIGs here.

View event policies here.

"Anti-Social" Therapist Networking #2 (Mon, July 27, 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:30:00 GMT

"Anti-Social" Therapist Networking

Virtual Event for Therapists

TOPIC

"Focused, online networking for therapists"

WHEN

Monday, July 27, 2026 | 7:30 - 8:30pm

WHERE

Virtual via Zoom

Link will be sent in confirmation and reminder emails.

COST

Members: Free

Non-members: Free

FACILITATOR

Jonna Tamases, LMFT

Who We Are

This networking event is for therapists who would like to know more therapists, to really understand their strengths and style in order to develop a referral base and professional will. It's for those of us who may get overwhelmed at the free-form, large-group socializing/networking events, or find it difficult to "feel" who other therapists are (as therapists) in that context, or have difficulty attending in-person events for any reason. The "Anti-social" is meant to be a tongue in cheek way of highlighting that these meetups really focus on networking and sharing ourselves as therapists.

What to Expect

This will be a structured, smaller-group meetup for us to share our offerings and strengths as therapists. Each meeting is one hour long, on Zoom. There's no pressure to socialize, and you can attend multiple events, as you desire.

When We Meet

We have this event 2 times every month at various times. Jonna's intention is to schedule various times, making it available to more people. If you have a particular time that you haven't seen scheduled yet, please let Jonna know, and we can make a future meeting to fit your schedule!

About This Meet-Up

Jonna endeavors to create a warm, welcoming space where we can share about ourselves to the group and really get a sense of each other's vibe as therapists. In addition to sharing things like your therapy focus, strengths, style, ideal client, etc., you can share things like what you like about being a therapist, how you see yourself in the client-therapist relationship, or a moment from a session where you really liked how you showed up. Or anything else you'd like us to know about you!

Registration is limited to 9 people, so be sure to register early. Registration closes the morning of the event. If you've registered but can't make it, please let Jonna know (even the morning of the event!). We often have a wait list, and your cancellation frees up a spot for someone else to attend.

Questions?

Please email Jonna Tamases, LMFT at jonna.tamases@gmail.com with further inquiries about this group.

Other Details

This is a Special Interest Group (SIG). Read more about SIGs here.

View event policies here.

"Anti-Social" Therapist Networking #1 (Fri, July 31, 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

"Anti-Social" Therapist Networking

Virtual Event for Therapists

TOPIC

"Focused, online networking for therapists"

WHEN

Friday, July 31, 2026 | 10:00 - 11:00am

WHERE

Virtual via Zoom

Link will be sent in confirmation and reminder emails.

COST

Members: Free

Non-members: Free

FACILITATOR

Jonna Tamases, LMFT

Who We Are

What to Expect

When We Meet

About This Meet-Up

Questions?

Please email Jonna Tamases, LMFT at jonna.tamases@gmail.com with further inquiries about this group.

Other Details

This is a Special Interest Group (SIG). Read more about SIGs here.

View event policies here.

Walk & Talk (Sun, August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Walk & Talk

In-person Social Networking Event

WHEN

Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 8:00 - 10:00am

WHERE

Gabrielino Trail

JPL Bridge, Explorer Rd. Altadena, CA 91001

(Parking Options: Respirian Zone, Gabrielino Lower Parking)

COST

Members: Free

Non-members: $10

EVENT ORGANIZER/CONTACT(S)

Michael Mann, LMFT

Deanna Hudgins, LMFT

About This Event

Start your day with fresh air, movement, and meaningful connection. Join fellow therapists for a casual morning walk/hike where conversation flows as naturally as the trail.

This informal gathering is a chance to connect with colleagues, build community, and enjoy the outdoors together. No agenda, no pressure. All fitness levels are welcome, and the pace will be relaxed.

Please bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and anything else you may need for the morning. We hope you'll join us for a refreshing start to the day!

We look forward to seeing you there! Registration closes the evening before the event.

Questions?

Please email Deanna Hudgins, LMFT at secretary@sgvcamft.org or Michael Mann, LMFT at president@sgvcamft.org with further inquiries about this event.

Other Details

View event policies here.

Asian Therapist Community Group (Sat, August 22, 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Asian Therapist Community Group

In-person Community Group for Asian Therapists

TOPIC

"Websites, Profiles & Online Visibility"

WHEN

Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 - 11:00am

WHERE

Ethera SGV

(150 N. Santa Anita Ave. Suite 800 Arcadia, CA 91006)

COST

Members: Free

Non-members: $10

FACILITATOR

Jessica Lan, LMFT

Who We Are

What to Expect

When We Meet

The Asian Therapist Community Group meets monthly on a Saturday at different locations throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

About This Meet-Up

Join us at Ethera SGV for a collaborative workshop focused on building and refining your online presence as a therapist in private practice. This gathering is designed to be a practical, low-pressure space to cowork, exchange ideas, and receive support while working on materials such as Psychology Today profiles, websites, bios, SEO keywords, and other aspects of your professional online presence.

We’ll begin with a brief discussion around authenticity, visibility, and strategies, followed by dedicated coworking and feedback time. Attendees are encouraged to bring laptops, drafts, questions, or works-in-progress they would like to spend time updating during the session.

Whether you’re just getting started or revisiting your current platforms, this workshop is intended to offer community, accountability, and practical support while navigating the realities of building a private practice online.

Registration is limited to 14 people, with a waitlist opportunity, so be sure to register early. We look forward to seeing you there! Registration closes the evening before the event.

Questions?

Please email Jessica Lan, LMFT at jessica@lanfamilytherapy.com or via phone at (626) 888-1086 with further inquiries about this group.

Other Details

This is a Special Interest Group (SIG). Read more about SIGs here.

View event policies here.