LEADERSHIP & CHAPTER LEADERS SOCIAL

Thursday, April 30, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

This event is open to all registered attendees!  Swing by the registration desk early to pick up your badge and head on out to Lookout Point to join us for a relaxed and welcoming Meet-and-Greet Social with our Leadership Team and Chapter Leaders. This is a great opportunity to connect face-to-face, ask questions, and build meaningful relationships before the main events begin. Whether you're new or returning, you'll gain insight, share ideas, and start forming the connections that make our community so strong.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Saturday, May 2, 2026
(1 CE)

The Board of Directors invites all CAMFT members to the Annual Membership Meeting to review the state of the association, ask questions, and participate in important member decisions. This session is included with a conference registration but is open to all members. If you would like to attend this session without attending the conference, register here. 

DAILY CONNECTION AND INTEGRATION 

May 1 and May 2 during Midday Break
(1 CE each session) 

Join us for the processing sessions in a facilitated conversation to support connections and learnings from the conference workshops. These sessions will offer inspiration, non-judgement, and the freedom discussions to participate by sharing and/or listening.

EXHIBIT HALL

April 30 - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
May 1 - 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
May 2 - 7:30 am - 4:3 pm

Step into the exhibit hall, buzzing with the latest products and services designed to support the savvy MFT! Explore innovative tools, resources, and solutions that can elevate your practice—and make it fun while you do it. Play our interactive game as you visit each exhibitor, discover new offerings, and have a chance to win exciting prizes. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, explore, and have some fun along the way!

WELCOME RECEPTION

May 1 - 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm

This complimentary event is open to all registered participants and offers the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and celebrate in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar while mingling with fellow attendees and honoring the diverse passions that make our community unique.

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIP CELEBRATION

May 1 - 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
May 2 -  11:00 amn - 11:30 pm

The California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists Educational Foundation is dedicated to supporting MFTs on their professional journey. We are proud to recognize excellence in the field by offering five scholarships and one grant in 2026 to deserving candidates. We invite you to join us during our keynote sessions as we celebrate and honor these outstanding individuals.

MEET THE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

May 1 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
May 2 - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Back by popular demand, we are offering opportunities to meet CAMFT’s 2026 keynote speakers with the opportunity to get a sign book or picture. At the same time, your donation supports CAMFT PACs. 

Donate $60 to meet one speaker, or $100 to meet both!  

*Books are additional. We will have books for pre-purchase and will have a limited amount for on-site purchase. 

TEDxKids

We are excited to help amply student voices. These student speakers are engaging and fit perfectly within the profession of MFTs. This TED-style talk will show that age has no bounds. We hope you join us. 

Opening Keynote: Dr. Michael Dow, MS, LMFT, PsyD
May 1

CAMFT is excited to welcome Dr. Michael Dow, PsyD, LMFT, as our opening keynote. Dr. Dow will be sitting down with our Board Past-President, Dr. Shannon Hanrahan, PsyD, PhD, LMFT, to discuss Trauma-Informed Psychotherapies as Mind–Body Medicine. 

Dr. Dow is a brain health, mental illness, relationship, addiction, and nutrition expert. He has hosted shows on TLC, VH1, E!, Investigation Discovery, and Logo. He has made regular appearances on Today, Rachael Ray, Wendy Williams, Meredith Vieira, Ricki Lake, Nancy Grace, and Dr. Drew on Call. You’ve also seen him as LaToya Jackson’s therapist on OWN’s My Life with LaToya and as The Bachelor’s therapist on Freeform’s Ben and Lauren.

MORNING WELLNESS YOGA
Friday | May 1, 2026 and
Saturday | May 2, 2026
6:30 am - 7:30 am
(No CEs)

Start your day grounded and refreshed with a gentle morning yoga session. Through supported postures and mindful breath awareness, you’ll release tension, improve mobility, and create a sense of ease in both body and mind. This calming practice is designed to help you feel centered, energized, and ready to embrace a full day of learning and meaningful connections.