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CLINICAL CONSULTATION GROUP PROGRAM
The purpose of this program is to provide affordable clinical consultation and education to members of the California Society for Clinical Social Work. Clinical consultation is differentiated from clinical supervision as it is a voluntary activity focused on the clinical education of the consultee, rather than a mandatory process that determines the nature of client care and evaluates the performance of the supervisee.
Groups of no more than six consultees have been formed to meet with an experienced clinical consultant in modules of six 1 ½ - hour sessions. Each participant has an opportunity to present at least one case for discussion and clinical consultation. Discussion and follow-up. Should existing groups be filled, new groups will be made available.
General Learning Objectives
- Greater case presentation skills
- Increased clinical objectivity
- Enhancement of use of professional self
- "Hands-on" application of theory to practice
- Augmented sensitivity to ethical issues
Continuing Education Credits
Continuing education credits will be issued to licensed participants.
Note: These hours cannot be applied by license candidates toward hours of clinical supervision.
NEW CSCSW Offerings in Southern California
Is a consultation group part of your professional practice?
Participation in a consultation group is a time-honored way of enhancing clinical skills, integrating conceptual understanding and maintaining high practice standards. If you would like to connect with others in a confidential small group setting to discuss the challenges and dilemmas that arise in your work, consider joining one of the consultation groups sponsored by the California Society for Clinical Social Work. Two CSCSW groups have openings in May:
LCSW Consultation Group / West Los Angeles
Six meetings, every other Friday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Beginning Date: May 9, 2008
Office locations: 10921 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 610, Los Angeles, 90024
Fee: $180/ CSCSW Members, $210 Non-members
Consultant: Hindy Nobler, Ph.D., LCSW
9 CE Credits, PCE#1
Hindy Nobler, Ph.D., LCSW will be starting up her West Los Angeles consultation group again. As in the past, recently licensed clinicians are invited to join with seasoned practitioners for case presentation and discussion. The group is limited to six participants. Although the group will focus broadly on all modalities of therapy, including work with individuals and couples, it may be of particular interest to clinicians who are providing group psychotherapy, due to Dr. Nobler's extensive experience in this area.
LCSW Consultation Group / San Diego
Six meetings, every other Friday, 1:00-2:30 pm or TBA
Beginning Date: May 9, 2008
Office Location: 3551 Front Street, San Diego, 92103
Fee: $180 / CSCSW Members, $210 Non-members
Consultant: Marjorie Milstein, LCSW
9 CE Credits, PCE#1
Marjorie Milstein, LCSW will be continuing her consultation groups in San Diego and has space for new members. These groups, limited to 6 people, will provide support and assist participants in sharpening their clinical skills through case presentation and exploration. The emphasis is on case conceptualization from a psychodynamically informed perspective, with careful attention given to the therapeutic process, including transference and countertransference dynamics.
REGISTRATION
Call: (800) 952-5579 to register with a MasterCard or VISA or mail your name, mailing address, daytime phone and email address along with your license number and designate which group you would like to join.
Mail to: CSCSW, 720 Howe Avenue, Suite 112, Sacramento, CA 95825 or register by phone (800) 952-5579.
Please Note: There will be a 15% administrative fee charged for all refunds requested in writing and received 2 days prior to the beginning day of the group. After that date there will be no refunds issued. There is a $20 charge for returned checks or invalid credit cards.
Additional Groups to be added in other locations.
Watch this space for more information in the coming months.