Since my last newsletter in January, our chapter has continued to grow, evolve, and strengthen in meaningful ways. It is truly an honor to serve as your President and to witness the dedication, leadership, and heart within our IE-CAMFT community.
Recently, members of our Board attended the2026 Chapter Leadership Conferencein San Diego.The experience was energizing and reflective, offering us space to evaluate how we can continue leading with integrity, inclusivity, and vision.
A central theme of this year’s conference wasDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)— and the responsibility chapters carry to move beyond statements into sustained, measurable action. We explored practical strategies to ensure our spaces uplift clinicians across race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, disability, faith background, socioeconomic position, theoretical orientation, and stage of career.
We also focused on:
Strengthening member engagement through intentional listening and transparent communication
Building mentorship pathways for emerging leaders
Expanding accessibility within our programming
Enhancing collaborative decision-making and sustainable leadership transitions
Our commitment remains clear:IE-CAMFT is not only a professional organization — it is a community.And community requires care, responsiveness, and courage.
Celebrating Outstanding Leadership
One of the highlights of the conference was celebrating one of our very own,Dr. Jane Akponye,who received theOutstanding Leadership Award.
Dr. Akponye’s dedication, wisdom, and service reflect the very spirit of IE-CAMFT. We are incredibly proud and grateful for her leadership and the example she continues to set for our chapter.
Second Annual Therapy Book Fair
We were also honored to host ourSecond Annual Therapy Book Fair, bringing together talented authors, clinicians, students, and community members.
A heartfelt thank you to our organizer,Wandalyn, whose thoughtful coordination created a vibrant and welcoming space. Events like this remind us that our profession is not only clinical — it is creative, relational, and deeply rooted in storytelling and shared knowledge.
We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to our generous sponsor,Celina Perez from Newport Healthcare,for sponsoring the food during our Therapy Book Fair. Your support helped create a warm and welcoming environment for our authors, members, and community guests. We truly appreciate your partnership and commitment to supporting our local clinical community.
CAMFT Conference 2026 — Visit Us!
TheCAMFT Conference 2026is approaching quickly, and IE-CAMFT will be tabling during the conference.
We warmly invite you to stop by our table to connect, build community, and pick up some IE-CAMFT merchandise. Bring your business card to participate in our raffle — we look forward to seeing many familiar and new faces!
Upcoming Events
IE-CAMFT Mix & Mingle You may have already received the e-invite — but we hope you will join us onMarch 20th at 6:00 PMfor ourIE-CAMFT Mix & Mingle.
Don’t forget to RSVP — and feel free to bring a guest or colleague who is not yet a member. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect and introduce others to our growing chapter community.
Save the Date: Members FUNday
In celebration ofMental Health Awareness Month,we will be hostingIE-CAMFT Members FUNday on May 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
This event is dedicated to celebrating you — your dedication, your leadership, and your impact. More details will be shared soon, but please save the date!
Why Join or Renew IE-CAMFT?
IE-CAMFT is more than CE classes — it is connection, mentorship, advocacy, and professional sustainability.
Members receive access to:
Support groups across career stages
Meaningful networking and collaboration opportunities
Monthly CEU trainings
Leadership and volunteer pathways
Job, practicum, and internship postings
Visibility through our community platforms
Your membership strengthens our chapter’s collective voice. If you are not yet a member, we would love to welcome you. If it is time to renew, thank you for continuing to invest in our shared community.
Interested in Presenting a Seminar?
We invite clinicians with clinical expertise, ethical insight, lived experience, and community-centered perspectives to submit aSeminar Presenter Formthrough our website.
IE-CAMFT is committed to highlighting diverse voices and innovative approaches to care. Once submitted, our leadership team will follow up with you.
If you experience difficulty accessing the form, please reach out through our website’sContact Uspage.
Marketing Mondays — Share Your Work
Are you launching:
✨ A therapy group? ✨ A training or workshop? ✨ A community event?
Submit your offering through ourMarketing Monday Form,and we will amplify your work on social media. Let us celebrate and support one another’s growth.
Stay Connected
Follow and tag us on Instagram:@iecamft Use#IECAMFTto share your reflections, offerings, and professional milestones.
As we continue through 2026, may we lead with integrity, practice with compassion, and build a chapter that reflects the depth, diversity, and strength of our profession.
With gratitude and community,
Dr. Muriel Casamayor, DSW, LMFT
President, IE-CAMFT
On behalf of your IE-CAMFT Board of Directors
