California Society for Clinical Social Work upcoming events

Retirement Discussion Group - November 2026 (Tuesday, November 24, 2026)

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 16:15:00 GMT

Retirement! Is it on the horizon for you? The California Society for Clinical Social Work (CSCSW) invites you to join its Retirement Discussion Group (RDG).

Free group for CSCSW Members who are thinking about retiring

The group will provide a mutually supportive space for participants to explore how it's done, logistics, tapering down, clinical issues with clients, and our feelings about it. As we benefit from consultation and assistance at the beginning and middle phases of our careers, it is no different when it comes to closing out a fulfilling career in a way that we feel is ethically and practically sound.

Make a cup of coffee and join us 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Midpeninsula District In-Person Networking and Holiday Event (Saturday, December 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

California Society for Clinical Social Work

Connection, Colleagues & Cookies

Free event attendance
NO CE credits
Social Gathering

Join your clinical social work colleagues for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation, and connection!

Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new colleagues, and expand your professional connections in a warm and welcoming setting.

We'll provide the coffee and cookies. And if you're inspired, feel free to bring a plate of your favorite cookie to share!

We look forward to seeing you, catching up, and making some new connections!

Please bring business cards or brochures—or both—and be ready (if you'd like) to introduce yourself and your practice. This is a great chance to meet colleagues and learn about one another.

Parking free on weekends:

10+ spots parking available at the building

Many spots available on Lagunita Drive, and at nearby Tresidder lot.

Double check that you are parking in an "A" or "C" space, and not a "reserved 24/7 for utility services", etc. space.

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Questions: Contact Joan Berman: berman.joan@gmail.com

San Diego District Holiday Celebration with Presentation "Improv for Therapists: A Powerful Therapeutic Tool" (Saturday, December 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 20:00:00 GMT

California Society for Clinical Social Work

San Diego District Holiday Celebration

Featuring “Improv for Therapists: A Powerful Therapeutic Tool”

Free event attendance
2.0 CE credits available
Lunch provided

About the Presentation

Improv isn’t just “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” or “Saturday Night Live.” Improv can be a clinical intervention in group or individual sessions to enhance clients’ communication and engagement, decrease social anxiety, and release self-judgment. Improv games are a useful tool to bring playfulness, openness, and self-discovery into the therapy session.

This presentation will introduce the surprising origins of Improv, the practical and neurobiological benefits, the intersection with evidence-based practices you already use, and fun application of structured improvisational exercises.

Learning Objectives

Participants will:

Be able to identify the benefits of using Improv tools in groups and individually.
Explain where Improv originated and its connection to Social Work.
Identify the similarities between Improv practices and DBT, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Narrative Therapy.
Learn simple games to implement during treatment that foster playfulness and form new neural pathways.

About the Presenter

Jeri Wilson, LCSWJeri is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Improv Enthusiast. She is the owner and founder of Therapeutic Counseling where she specializes in working with toxic relationships, grief and loss, and women’s issues.

Immediately after receiving her MSW, Jeri found her love for Improv. Since then she has taught, performed and inspired others to use the benefits of Improv in their work and personal life.

During COVID, Jeri became a part of the team at Improv Therapy Group, teaching clinicians how to utilize Improv skills when working with clients, and to improve their own mental health. Jeri’s favorite Improv moment was when her teenage students gave her a heartfelt birthday message using the “one word story” Improv game.

Registration & Continuing Education

- Event attendance is free for members, non-members, and students. Lunch will be provided.
- 2.0 CE credits are available. Prior online registration is required to obtain CEU's. Payment will not be accepted at the event.
- Member fee for CEU's is $0. The non-member fee for CEU's is $65 .
- Participants must be present for the entire presentation to earn CE credit.
- Registration is limited to 50 attendees.
- Address will be provided in confirmation email after registering.

Questions? Contact Michelle Foy at michellefoylcsw@gmail.com.