Webinars and Courses
Events listed below are not all CACFT/ACTCF events
but we believe they are of interest to MFTs.
CACFT/ACTCF has not reviewed the content of the events offered below, except for those that have been given pre-approved CEUs from CACFT. The events are not listed in any particular order. Not all courses will be approved for CEUs. Although we do our best to have all details below correct, CACFT is not responsible for any errors.
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Mental Life, The Universe, and Everything September 18, 2025 1:00 - 3:00 pm ET - Virtual Presenter: Spurgeon Root We often hear that we are in an unprecedented territory with mental health, and that previous cultures were not bothered by our current weak psyches and inabilities to cope. Beginning with ancient texts and doing a fly over of historical views of mental health, this presentation will challenge the idea that we are in new territory in treating psychological maladies. After examining the trajectory of how we got here, suggestions will be offered of overarching systemic themes for therapists to consider. Free to members. Non-Members $100.00 plus tax. Please click to register. Living Systems Fall Conference - "Aging: Individual Challenge or Family Opportunity? October 17 & 18, 2025 In -Person and Online This conference will explore the process of human aging and what contributes to greater resilience and adaptation. Our keynote speakers will discuss the science of the physical, emotional, and relational dynamics of aging. A Bowen family systems perspective will also be presented on a range of topics, from dementia, caregiving, estate planning, to retiring well. Research, application, and innovative approaches to thinking and engaging with both the broader processes and the everyday aspects of aging will be explored. Please click here to learn more. Advanced Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy Studies University of Guelph School of Continuing Studies Fall registration is open. This is a perfect opportunity for individuals interested in exploring major theories, central concepts and foundational approaches of couple and family therapy practice. Courses offered this fall include: Theories and Methods of Family Therapy: Foundations of the Field Couples and Families in Transition Learn more about the Advanced Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy Studies here. |
Parental Alienation Study Group Conference
September 10-12, 2025
Toronto, ON In-Person and Virtual
Two Day Conference
Please click here to learn more
ONLINE EFT WORKSHOP: ATTACHMENT INJURY RESOLUTION MODEL (AIRM)
Date: Sat, October 4, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST
Facilitator:
Dr. Herman Chow, RP, RMFT, CCFT
Certified EFT Therapist & Supervisor (EFIT, EFCT, EFFT)
CACFT Supervisor Mentor
AAMFT Approved Supervisor
CRPO Supervisor
The Attachment Injury Resolution Model (AIRM) is designed for clinicians with foundational knowledge of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). AIRM is a Stage 2, evidence-based process within EFT that focuses on helping couples repair and heal from deep relational injuries—such as infidelity, betrayal, or emotional neglect.
This interactive workshop, based on the AIRM program developed by Dr. Lillian Buchanan and Lorrie Brubacher, will guide participants step-by-step through the 8 stages of AIRM. Dr. Herman Chow will break down the complex AIRM—built on successful Stage 1 de-escalation and withdrawer engagement—into accessible and applicable interventions. Please click here for more information. Early Bird ends August 4, 2025
The Do More Agriculture Foundation
At The Do More Agriculture Foundation, we recognize that those working in agriculture face unique stressors and barriers to care—and that mental health professionals and service providers play a vital role in bridging that gap.
Do you or your team work with rural clients or those in the agriculture industry? Join The Do More Agriculture Foundation for AgCulture—a free virtual training led by Bonnie Taylor, MSW, RSW, a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. This session is designed to equip mental health professionals with the tools, context, and cultural insight needed to support farmers, ranchers, and ag workers.That’s why we’re inviting your team (CACFT members) to take part in our free AgCulture training. Designed specifically for mental health professionals and support workers, this virtual session builds awareness, empathy, and understanding of life in the agricultural sector. Learn more and register here.
Exploring the connection between eating disorders and attachment with Devra Igra, MSW, RSW September 18 and 19, 2025 9:00 am to noon ET Understanding the relationship between eating disorders and attachment theory is crucial for effective treatment. Research demonstrates a correlation between eating disorders and insecure attachment styles. Learn more here. CACFT members can find a discount code in the Monday Update. | Creative interventions to assess and treat school refusal with Liana Lowenstein, MSW, RSW, CPT-S September 30, 2025 1:00 to 4:00 pm ET School refusal is increasingly affecting children's emotional health, academic progress and family life - making early, effective intervention critical. Learn more here. CACFT members can find a discount code in the Monday Update. |
Exploring the connection between
eating disorders and attachment
with Devra Igra, MSW, RSW
September 18 and 19, 2025
9:00 am to noon ET
Understanding the relationship between eating disorders and attachment theory is crucial for effective treatment. Research demonstrates a correlation between eating disorders and insecure attachment styles. Learn more here. CACFT members can find a discount code in the Monday Update.
The How-To-Of Non-Pathologizing Counselling
Michael Towers
November 6, 2025
9:00 am to 4:00 pm (PST)
This workshop builds on the principles and theories of non-pathologizing by explaining how to listen to the client's protest language and draw out the preferred narrative and identity. Please click here to learn more. Michael has a new book "Protest Language: The How-to-Of Non-Pathologizing Counselling?
The Vanier Institute of the Family
Celebrating diversity. Advancing family well being.
The Vanier Institute of the Family is a national, independent think tank committed to enhancing family wellbeing by making information about families accessible and actionable.
Research snapshot: Children in Out-of Home Care in Canada
Research snapshot: Newcomer Women's Experiences of Intimate Parter Violence in Canada
The Calgary Family Therapy Centre
August 11 - 21st, 2025
Approved by CACFT for 60 CEUs. Please click here to learn more.
Applied Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practice Certificate
Presented by Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Social Work Professional Development
in Partnership with Red Maple Coaching and Consulting
The Applied Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practice certificate will help you understand each client as a unique and complex system who has an innate capacity for self-leadership and healing. The program is comprised of two parts:
Part 1: Foundations of IFS Practice.
Part 2: Deeper Applications of the IFS Model
This two-part program will require 80 hours of learning through: ...... Please click here to learn more about the program. Or click here. This has not been reviewed by CACFT/ACTCF.
Brain Story Certification Course
Presented by the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative
Complete at your own pace on our virtual learning platform
The Brain Story Certification Course is a free, online, 20-hour, self-paced, in-depth course featuring leading neurobiology and mental health experts about the science of brain development and its impact on health outcomes. Developed with the intention of being accessible to individuals of all backgrounds, this course covers topics ranging from healthy relationship building to attachment styles to stress. At the end of the course, learners not only take away a thorough understanding of brain development but also ways in which that understanding can be applied to build resilience in children, adults, and families.
The Brain Story Certification Course has been approved for CEUs by The Canadian Association for Couple and Family Therapy. For more information and to enroll in the course, please click here.
Wilfrid Laurier University
Certificates
We offer 15 non-credit professional development certificates. Our courses provide experiential, interactive learning opportunities through online and remote training options. All of our courses are facilitated by highly qualified, knowledgeable instructors with considerable experience in their area of expertise. You can take any of the courses associated with our certificates without working towards earning the certificate. These courses have not been reviewed by CACFT/ACTCF. Please click here for more information.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) Certificate Course
Join EFT developer Sue Johnson's hand-selected team of trainers to discover the empirically validated approach that's now the gold-standard for treating couples
Her Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) approach revolutionized our field by offering the clear, structured roadmap we need to guide partners from disconnection to deeply connected, fulfilling relationships — even when working with relationships troubled by issues such as trauma, anxiety, and grief. Please click here to read more about this event.
Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute
CTRI’s mission is to inspire learning and improve lives. They provide training (in-person and online), consulting and free resources in the areas of trauma, mental health and counselling skills.
Upcoming Workshops
Attachment - Strategies for Fostering Connections January 8, 2025 9 - 4pm CT
View the full live virtual workshop schedule here.
EMDR Training: Integrating EMDR into your Clinical Practice [5-Day Intensive]
Join Esta Porter of EMDR Consulting for a course that teaches mental health clinicians the foundations of EMDR through lectures, videos, demonstrations, and practice sessions between participants.
This course meets all of EMDRIA's requirements for an EMDR Basic Training Course. Upon completion, participants will have applied the Adaptive Information Processing theoretical approach to psychotherapy, demonstrated the eight phases of EMDR therapy, and identified how to utilize EMDR with a variety of clinical populations. Special instruction is given on varying applications of bilateral stimulation that uses a client-centered approach by addressing the needs of each individual client. Please click here for more information.
Leading Edge Seminars
Since 1993, Leading Edge Seminars has been serving mental health and human services professionals with ground-breaking continuing education seminars on a wide range of topics facilitated by today’s leading clinicians. Delivered online and in-person, at Leading Edge Seminars, you’ll get the speakers you love, the content you want, and the skills you need.
Why not try the University of Guelph's OpenEd's Couple and Family Therapy Studies continuing education courses and program? Expand your knowledge and develop practical skills. Please click here for more information about the courses in the Advanced Couple and Family Therapy Studies Program.
University of Lethbridge in Canada
New!!! Graduate Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling Studies now offered by the University of Lethbridge in Canada (One year, Online).
In this Graduate-level Program in Couple and Family Counselling, you will explore the dynamics of family communication, structures and systems to enhance your mental health-care skills without committing to a master's program.- Develop systemic relational knowledge and skills for improving mental well-being
- Enhance your practice or pursue further education
- Build a foundation in the growing family and couple counselling profession
- Suitable for a range of social- and health-services fields
- Online, part-time study
Apply by June 30, 2025 to start your graduate certificate this fall!
Please click here for more information.
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ANIMAL-ASSISTED INTERVENTIONS
A self paced, online course all about AAI. This comprehensive course is a must for any health professional.
Please click here for more information.
ABOUT THE ATLAS INSTITUTE FOR VETERANS AND FAMILIES (THE ATLAS INSTITUTE)
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The Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families works with Veterans, Families, service providers and researchers to bridge the divide between research and practice so Veterans and their Families can get the best possible mental health care and supports. The Atlas Institute was originally established as the Centre of Excellence on PTSD and Related Mental Health Conditions.
Projects and resources from the Atlas Institute include
Envision is a Canada-based provider of online workshops for mental health professionals. We seek to make learning accessible and attainable no matter the stage of a professional's career. With our online format, we are able to bring international leading presenters to your screen, wherever you are, in an interactive way, that outshines any conference room.
Click here to explore our upcoming live events & be sure to explore our catalogue of home study courses where you can learn at your own pace. CAMFT members are eligible for a 15% discount for any general online workshop or home study course up to 8 hours long. To see the discount code please login to www.camft.ca and click on Envision under the "membership' menu tab.
Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute
CTRI’s mission is to inspire learning and improve lives. They provide training (in-person and online), consulting and free resources in the areas of trauma, mental health and counselling skills
- Resources offered:
- Virtual and in-person workshops across Canada
- Private/On-location group training
- On-demand training videos
- Free mental health resources