2025 Registration Information
Friday, September 26 & Saturday, September 27, 2025
One Virtual Event. One In-Person Event.
Two incredible line-ups for two separate events
​This year's California Pathways to Practice Symposium will feature two separate events.
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​Join us for a dynamic event for two days September 26-27, 2025 featuring:
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Learning
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Networking
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Opportunities to earn CE credits
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Options to purchase virtual and/or in-person tickets for one or both days of the events.​
Our virtual event will feature networking and a variety of educational presentations, case consultations and expert panels over the course of 2 days. Each time slot will feature up to 3 different presentation options.
Our in-person event will include networking, lunch and a variety of educational presentations, case consultations and expert panels over the course of 2 days. The in-person event will be limited to 40 attendees per day.
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This event is designed to support mental health clinicians (such as those listed below*) by connecting them with experienced professionals and providing training in essential areas.
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*Students in masters or doctoral programs, Associate and Licensed social workers, counselors, therapists, psychologists, DTRs, RDs, RNs, LVNs, PhD, Psych NP, DO, NP and registered/licensed professionals working in the mental health space who are working clinically (meaning primary job function is seeing clients.​
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, network, and grow in your education, relationships and practice.​
In-Person Symposium Tickets
Early Bird Pricing Through 6/30**
Don't wait!! Limited to 40 attendees per day
In-Person Event will be held at:
AlignED Care Eating Disorder and Mental Health Center
17609 Ventura Blvd. #302,
Encino, CA 91316
Parking & Lunch Included in Ticket Price
2025 Program
​​​The virtual and in-person Symposia will feature the following types of educational sessions:
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Presentations:
We are looking for presentations that are dynamic and informative and designed to provide valuable insights, practical skills, and up-to-date information relevant to pre-licensed, early career and experienced clinicians. Presentations are 1.25-1.5 hours in length inclusive of 5-10 minutes of Q&A.
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Interactive Case Consultations (clinical, business, marketing, etc.) or Panels (clinical, business, marketing, etc.):
The Interactive Case Consultations and Panels will provide a dynamic platform for attendees to explore complex clinical, business, and marketing challenges. These sessions offer a collaborative and engaging space to:
Case Consultations: Work through clinical cases, business dilemmas, or marketing strategies with experienced peers and experts. Gain tailored insights, actionable recommendations, and new perspectives to navigate real-world scenarios effectively. Attendees will be able to ask for consultation for their specific situations.
Panels: Attendees will hear from industry leaders and seasoned professionals on topics such as advanced clinical techniques, ethical business practices, and innovative marketing strategies. Panels are designed to spark meaningful discussions, share expertise, and address current trends and challenges in the field. Panels will include 3-5 panelists chosen by the Symposium organizers.
General Topic categories:
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Career Development and Paths
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Leadership and Professional Growth
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Financial Management and Budgeting
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Digital Marketing (social media, website, SEO, etc.)
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Networking and Professional Relationships
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Clinical Modalities and Techniques
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Clinical Specialization
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Technology and Telehealth
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Ethical and Legal
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Self-Care and Burnout Prevention
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Other Relevant Topics
Is there something specific you would like to see on the program schedule? Please share your thoughts!
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In-Person Symposium
Encino, CA
9:00 - 9:30 AM Registration, Coffee & Networking
9:30 - 9:45 AM Opening Remarks
9:45 - 11:15 AM Presentation
11:15 - 11:30 AM Break (Coffee & Exhibit Hall)
11:30 - 1:00 PM Presentation
1:00 - 2:00 PM Lunch & Networking with Exhibitors
2:00 - 3:30 PM Presentation
3:30 - 3:45 PM Break (Coffee & Exhibit Hall)
3:45 - 4:45 PM Panel Discussion or Case Consultation​
Virtual Symposium
Presentations will have 3 options per time slot
8:30 - 8:45 AM Opening Remarks
8:45 - 10:00 AM Presentations (3 options)
10:15 - 10:30 AM Break (Virtual Exhibit Hall)
10:30 - 12:00 PM Presentations (3 options)
12:00 - 12:45 PM Lunch & Optional Networking Session
12:45 - 2:00 PM Presentations (3 options)
2:00 - 2:15 PM Break (Virtual Exhibit Hall)
2:15- 3:15 PM Panel Discussion or Case Consultation (2 Options)
3:15 - 3:45 PM Sponsor-Hosted Networking Zooms ​
​​We will be offering CE's. We will have more information regarding the number of available CE's after the presentation schedule is finalized in March or April.
2024 Presentations
We had over 20 options for presentations that were dynamic, informative and designed to provide valuable insights, practical skills, and up-to-date information relevant to behavioral health clinicians. Presentations were 1-1.25 hours in length depending on time slot and include 10 minutes of Q&A.
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2024 Workshops (Small Group Sessions)
We had many, many options for small, structured group workshops that were designed for approximately 10-12 participants each. Workshops were interactive and designed to provide hands-on learning experiences, allowing participants to delve deeper into specific topics and develop practical skills through guided activities and discussions.
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