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Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – October 2006

CSWA-S C l i n i c a l   P e r s p e c t i v e s / October 2006

                              CSWA-S FALL INSTITUTE

                                    21 AND AGING:
        A 21ST CENTURY PERSPECTIVE ON AGING
       Saturday, October 14, 2006 (5 Core Credit Hours)

Aging is a natural phase of the life cycle. It also is filled with special
challenges that face and overwhelm many of the patients and clients whom we
serve. The Fall Institute is specially planned to devote 5 hours as
beginning focus on this subject.

The Program Committee is pleased to bring Dr. Gil Choi, Associate Professor
of Social Work, College of Social Work of the University of South Carolina
and world traveled speaker as the featured presenter. Dr. Choi will touch
on such topics as Basic Dynamics of Aging; Challenges of Aging for the
Individual, Families and Caretakers; Sexuality and Aging; and Emerging
Issues of Aging.

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2006 (5 Core Credit Hours)

Location: Hospice Savannah, Inc., Training Room, 1352 Eisenhower Dr.

Fee: $50 for CSWA-S Members and $60 for Non Members

Schedule:
8:30 - 9:00 AM Registration and Coffee
9-12:15 AM Presentation
12:15 - 1:15 Lunch (Covered Dish)
1:15-4:30 PM Presentation

R e g i s t r a t i o n   D e a d l i n e   f o r   t h e   F a l l   I n s
t i t u t e is October 6, 2006. Registrations received after October 6th
will be accepted on a space available basis.

RSVP: Submit RSVP to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353-5263 or
berryb@savstate.edu by Monday, October 9, 2006
Be sure to give your name, a daytime telephone number and if you plan to
participate in the covered dish lunch. Mary Hill will call you later to
confirm the menu with you.
Questions may be directed to Mary Hill, by calling 354-1132.

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        CSWA-S October Lunch Meeting 12:00-1:00pm
   Wednesday, October 25, 2006

Anger Management is generally a misnomer. The reality is that we hope to
encourage people to manage the behavior that is symptomatic of the emotion
generally considered anger. However, what I've found is that it's much more
complicated and seems to be related to the inability to express fears and
anxieties which then manifest themselves, outwardly projected, in what
appears to be anger. Simply put, "I feel scared/hurt/vulnerable/picked on
and so I must rail against the world to protect myself" I've found that
this is generally the most common cause of expressed anger behavior. The
majority of anger management "classes" are between 12 weeks to 18 months.
And we expect this rage to be "fixed" In my work with victimizers I've
found that combining the cognitive behavioral approach with simple increase
in attentiveness to self and body responses that persons can learn to be
more respectful of their anger and express it more effectively.

Topic(s):          'Why it is not really managing your anger'
Presenter(s):     Stephanie Cruwys, LCSW

When:               Wednesday, October 25, 2006

Where:             John-Wesley Villas, 231 W. Montgomery Crossroads,
Savannah (http://www.johnwesleyvillas.com/savannah/location.htm)

RSVP:                     Please RSVP and indicate that you plan to have
lunch or just attend and
                        not have lunch, to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912)
353-5263 or
                        berryb@savstate.edu, no later than Friday, October
20, 2006.
(The reservation is necessary in order to have enough servings for lunch and
copies for handouts. If you cannot attend, please be conscientious and
cancel as soon as possible. This helps those who make plans to accommodate
you and avoid any waste. Thank you!!)

Meal:                      Lunch is free, but a $2 donation that goes to the
charity of John-Wesley
                                Villas' choice is appreciated.

Cost:                       Free to CSWA-S members.

CEUs:                 1.0 CE contact hours will be awarded to CSWA-S
members.

If you cannot RSVP by the deadline, but decide to attend at the last minute,
you are welcome to attend. Please let Dr. Berry know, up to the day of the
meeting, if you plan on coming or must cancel so that we can make last
minute adjustments. If you are a last minute RSVP, please let the
individual who did RSVP by the deadline have priority in terms of eating and
receiving handouts. A pre-printed list of the RSVPs received by the deadline
is provided at the site to confirm attendance. John-Wesley Villas graciously
provides lunch. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

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ADDRESS CHANGE - FYI

Our P.O. Box has changed to:

                                                 TO: CSWA-S
                                               P.O. Box 13930
                                          Savannah, GA 31416

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NATIONAL MEMORY SCREENING DAY

Alzheimer's Foundation of America
National Memory Screening Day November 14, 2006
www.nationalmemoryscreening.org/

National Memory Screening Day is a collaborative effort spearheaded by the
Alzheimer's Foundation of America to promote early detection of Alzheimer's
disease and related illnesses, and to encourage appropriate intervention
AFA carries out this event in collaboration with organizations and
healthcare professionals across the U.S.-bringing them together for care.
Participating sites offer free confidential memory screenings, as well as
follow up resources and educational materials to those concerned about
memory loss. Together, we hope to improve quality of life.
National Memory Screening Day is an annual event, held each year on the
third Tuesday of November. Save the Date: November 14, 2006
To sign up as a screening site go to:
http://www.nationalmemoryscreening.org/screenings/SiteSignUp.shtml

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CSWA-S INFORMATION:
For information on the CSWA-S monthly trainings go to:
www.socialworksavannah.freeyellow.com
then to: clinical social work association of savannah
then to: upcoming events

                           THIS WEEK...

ART SHOW/SALE TO BENEFIT CHILD ABUSE CENTER

The Sentient Bean coffeehouse, 13 E. Park Ave., will sponsor an art
show and sale in October to benefit the Coastal Children's Advocacy Center.
The show will open with a reception and silent auction on Tuesday, Oct. 10,
6-8
pm, and artworks will hang until Nov. 11. A video on sexual abuse by SCAD
graduate Melanie Trichel, "The Elephant in the Room," will also be shown on
Oct.
10. Donations for the art sale and silent auction are still being accepted
by
the children's advocacy center, which provides free services to victims of
sexual and severe physical abuse. For more information, please call the
center
at 236-1401. Contacts: Karen Abato or Kris Rice, 236-1401

THE 13TH ANNUAL STATEWIDE FAMILY VIOLENCE CONFERENCE

GACA The Georgia Commission on Family Violence presents.

Redefining Best Practices. Through the Survivor's Eyes

November 5-8, 2006

Marriott Riverfront Hotel

Savannah, Georgia

Featured Speakers:
Olga Trujillo
Zulema Ruby White-Starr

For Registration and More Information copy and paste in your browser:
                  "   www.gcfv.org/files/full registration bulletin.pdf    "

If this doesn't work, try:
http://www.gcfv.org/files/full%20registration%20bulletin.pdf

18th ANNUAL YOUTH AT RISK CONFERENCE

18th Annual National Youth-At-Risk Conference, March 4-7, 2007, Savannah,
Georgia. Presenters will share practical programs and useful strategies on
how to create safe, healthy, caring, and intellectually empowering
environments to enhance the well-being of all our young people. Over 1200
participants will attend over 120 PRESENTATIONS related to five strands: (a)
support academic learning and close achievement gaps; (b) foster
social/emotional skills and the social climate; (c) prevent violence and
ensure safety and security; (d) promote mental and physical health; and (e)
enhance family and community support. See biographical information about
Featured Speakers at
http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/conted/yarspeakers07.html).
For more information about registration and the conference call Janice at
(912) 681-1755 or Deborah at (912) 681-1760 or see the conference website:
http://www.nationalyouthatrisk.com

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MAILING LIST UPDATE

In an effort to ensure the most efficient use of our resources, we need your
help with the following: Email awej@savstate.edu if .
-         You have relocated, and are not receiving this newsletter at your
current address.
-         You receive the hardcopy and email format of the CSWA-S
newsletter. Indicate which format you prefer to receive.
-         You are aware of a member who has relocated or is no longer a
member of CSWA-S.

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Join us at the 18th Annual NASW-GA Conference
Strengths of Social Work
October 19 - 22, 2006

Go online to www.naswga.org for conference information/registration
Wyndham Peachtree Conference Center & Hotel
2443 Highway 54 West
Peachtree City, Georgia 30269
(770) 487-2000 or (800) 996-3426 toll free

A block of rooms is being held until Wednesday, October 18, 2006
for conference attendees.   $89 single . $94 double . $124 triple or quad

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Please put your hands together and extend a warm welcome to our new members:
~ Meryl Delena, LCSW
~ Teresa Lank, LPC
~ Melissa Wahl, LCSW
We appreciate your presence and look forward to working, volunteering,
playing and learning with you.

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November Lunch meeting 11/15/06 - 'Tis The Season: Seasonal Affective
Disorder. Presenter Helen Schandolph, LCSW. (Please note the date for the
lunch meeting!!!!)

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Party Over Here!! Our Holiday party is scheduled for the first week in
December, and is a wonderful time for us to recreate and enjoy good food and
great people. The food is catered, but we are looking for someone who is
willing to open his or her home for this CSWA-S celebration. Please contact
Mary Hill at singmlhill@aol.com
if you are interested in hosting this event.

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January 2007 Oyster Roast and Auction are just around the corner (end of
January/beginning of February- date TBA). First, mark your calendars;
second, consider how you might want to volunteer; third, check out the
pictures of past Roasts on our website (www.socialworksavannah.com ) and
finally, consider keeping that Holiday gift that you will plan to return or
re-wrap, for the auction. Goods and Services are also welcome (cooking a
meal for someone!).

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Thanks! Stephanie Cruwys has found a location for her sexual offender
treatment group at 902 Martin Luther King Blvd, Savannah.

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Thanks! To all those who took the time to respond to the newsletter mailing
preference.

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Submissions to Clinical Perspectives: You may forward any relevant
information to Jacqueline Awe at awej@savstate.edu for inclusion in our
newsletter by the last Friday of each month for the following month's
newsletter.

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Volunteers are needed for the NASW Advocacy Seminar in November. You may
contact Stephanie Cruwys at cruwyss@bellsouth.net or Cathy McRae at
mcra1452@bellsouth.net for more details.

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Dues are fast approaching. Dues are due in January. Be an early bird and see
the website for application forms.
www.socialworksavannah.com

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Clinical Perspectives

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – September 2006

September Lunch Meeting :

Annual CSWA-S / NASW-SEG Legislative Luncheon

Wednesday, September 27, 2006, 12:00-1:30pm (extended time)

Legislation has a direct impact on what we do as social workers regardless of the setting in which we work. Accordingly, the Southeast Georgia Unit of the National Association of Social Workers and the Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah co-sponsor a legislative luncheon in September of each year. At the luncheon, the Legislation Lunch Planning Committee, comprised of representatives of CSWA-S, NASW- Southeast Georgia Unit, and legislators from the coastal Georgia region share their perspectives on legislation that’s relevant to the profession. It’s an excellent opportunity for legislators and social workers to meet each other and discuss areas of mutual concern.

Topic(s): Changes to Georgia Medicaid System; The importance of maintaining

Georgia Regional; Limited mental health resources for children needed services in the

community; Accessing mental health services for

the uninsured; State Budget Issues.

Presenter(s): Georgia Regional: John Mitchell, LCSW

Medicaid, State Budget Issues: Stephanie Cruwys, LCSW

Children’s Services: Kris Rice, LCSW

Access to services: Helen D. Schandolph, LCSW

Presentations will be limited to 3-5 minutes per topic in order to allow sufficient time for legislators to respond to questions and/or provide information.

When: Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Where: John-Wesley Villas, 231 W. Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah (http://www.johnwesleyvillas.com/savannah/location.htm)

Meal Cost: A $2 donation is suggested that goes to the charity of John-Wesley Villas’ choice.

RSVP: Please RSVP and indicate that you plan to have lunch or just attend and not have lunch, to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353-5263 or berryb@savstate.edu, no later than Friday, September 22, 2006.

CEUs: 1.5 CE contact hours will be awarded to CSWA-S members.

John-Wesley Villas graciously provides lunch. A Reservation is necessary in order to have enough servings for lunch and copies for handouts. If you cannot attend, please be conscientious and cancel as soon as possible. This helps those who make plans to accommodate you and avoid any waste. If you cannot RSVP by the deadline, but decide to attend at the last minute, you are welcome to attend. Please let Dr. Berry know, up to the day of the meeting, if you plan on attending -or- must cancel so that last minute adjustments can be made. If you are a last minute RSVP, please let individuals who RSVP'd by the deadline have priority in terms of eating and receiving handouts. A pre-printed list of the RSVPs received by the deadline is provided at the site to confirm attendance. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

FALL INSTITUTE

21 AND AGING: A 21^ST CENTURY PERSPECTIVE ON AGING

Saturday, October 14, 2006

Aging is a natural phase of the life cycle. It also is filled with special challenges that face and overwhelm many of the patients and clients whom we serve. The Fall Institute is specially planned to devote 5 hours as beginning focus on this subject.

The Program Committee is pleased to bring Dr. Gil Choi, Associate Professor of Social Work, College of Social Work of the University of South Carolina and world traveled speaker as the featured presenter. Dr. Choi will touch on such topics as Basic Dynamics of Aging; Challenges of Aging for the Individual, Families and Caretakers; Sexuality and Aging; and Emerging Issues of Aging.

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2006

Location: Hospice Savannah, Inc., Training Room, 1352 Eisenhower Dr.

Fee: $50 for CSWA-S Members and $60 for Non Members

CEUs 5 Core S.W. Credit Hours

Registration Deadline for the Fall Institute is October 6, 2006. Registrations received after October 6th will be accepted on a space available basis.

RSVP: Submit RSVP to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353-5263 or berryb@savstate.edu by Monday, October 9, 2006

Be sure to give your name, a daytime telephone number and if you plan to participate in the covered dish lunch. Mary Hill will call you later to confirm the menu with you.

Questions may be directed to Mary Hill, by calling 354-1132.

Schedule:

8:30 - 9:00 AM Registration and Coffee
9-12:15 AM Presentation

12:15 – 1:15 Lunch (Covered Dish)

1:15-4:30 PM Presentation

NATIONAL MEMORY SCREENING DAY

Alzheimer's Foundation of America
National Memory Screening Day November 14, 2006
www.nationalmemoryscreening.org/

National Memory Screening Day is a collaborative effort spearheaded by the
Alzheimer's Foundation of America to promote early detection of Alzheimer's
disease and related illnesses, and to encourage appropriate intervention
AFA carries out this event in collaboration with organizations and
healthcare professionals across the U.S.-bringing them together for care.
Participating sites offer free confidential memory screenings, as well as
follow up resources and educational materials to those concerned about
memory loss. Together, we hope to improve quality of life.

National Memory Screening Day is an annual event, held each year on the
third Tuesday of November.

Save the Date: November 14, 2006

To sign up as a screening site go to:
www.nationalmemoryscreening.org/screenings/SiteSignUp.shtml

18^th ANNUAL YOUTH AT RISK CONFERENCE

18th Annual National Youth-At-Risk Conference, March 4-7, 2007, Savannah, Georgia. Presenters will share practical programs and useful strategies on how to create safe, healthy, caring, and intellectually empowering environments to enhance the well-being of all our young people.

Over 1200 participants will attend over 120 PRESENTATIONS related to five strands: (a) support academic learning and close achievement gaps; (b) foster social/emotional skills and the social climate; (c) prevent violence and ensure safety and security; (d) promote mental and physical health; and (e) enhance family and community support. See biographical information about Featured Speakers at http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/conted/yarspeakers07.html).

For more information about registration and the conference call Janice at (912) 681-1755 or Deborah at (912) 681-1760 or see the conference website: http://www.nationalyouthatrisk.com

CSWA-S 21 ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE

March 8 & 9, 2007

Monica McGoldrick, LCSW, PhD (h.c.) will be the featured speaker at the 21^st Annual Professional Conference of the Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah. Plan to join us and hear this nationally known teacher, author and family therapist.

On first day of the Conference, she will address the topic, Ethical treatment of Multicultural Families (6 core ethic credit hours). Friday morning will be spent examining the topic of the Critical Applications of Family Therapy, in terms of Basic Dynamics as well as the treatment of Blended Families. The afternoon will be used to take a closer look at clinical options for working with Military Families and exploring therapeutic techniques to better address Family Violence.

Mark your calendars now for Thursday and Friday, March 8 and 9, 2007 and plan to join us in historic Savannah at the Coastal Georgia Center.

Please check the CSWA-S website, www.socialworksavannah.com, for more current details.

CSWA-S INFORMATION:

For information on the CSWA-S monthly trainings go to: www.socialworksavannah.com

click on: clinical social work association of savannah, then
click on: upcoming events

– FYI: ADDRESS CHANGE

Our P.O. Box has changed:

FROM: CSWA-S TO: CSWA-S

P.O. Box 23527 P.O. Box 13930

Savannah, GA 31403 Savannah, GA 31416

MAILING LIST UPDATE

In an effort to ensure the most efficient use of our resources, we need your help with the following: Email awej@savstate.edu if …

- You have relocated, and are not receiving this newsletter at your current address.

- You receive the hardcopy and email format of the CSWA-S newsletter. Indicate which format you prefer to receive.

- You are aware of a member who has relocated or is no longer a member of CSWA-S.

Please put your hands together and extend a warm welcome to our new members:

* Pamela Holmes (associate member)

* Tiki Fleming (student member)

* Charlene Williams (student member)

October Lunch meeting – Stephanie Cruwys, LCSW – ‘Why it’s not really managing your anger.’

January 2007 Oyster Roast and Auction are just around the corner- First, mark your calendars; second, consider how you might want to volunteer; third, check out the pictures of past Roasts on our website and finally, consider keeping that Christmas gift that you will plan to return or re-wrap, for the auction.

Clinical Perspectives

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – August 2006

CSWA-S August Lunch Meeting

August Lunch Meeting – Validation Therapy

You asked for more information on aging.   So, for those of you who treat elderly patients or individuals suffering from dementia, this lunch should be especially helpful.  An overview of a technique, Validation Therapy, useful in calming agitated behavior in individuals with dementia will be given.

Be sure to mark your calendar and call Dr. Berry now, for a reservation.

Presenter: Lita Clary, M.S., Disability Services Coordinator, Savannah College of

Art and Design

When: Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Where: John-Wesley Villas, 231 W. Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah (http://www.johnwesleyvillas.com/savannah/location.htm)

RSVP: Please RSVP and indicate that you plan to have lunch or just attend and

not have lunch, to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353-5263 or

berryb@savstate.edu, no later than Friday, August 19, 2006.

(The reservation is necessary in order to have enough servings for lunch and copies for handouts. If you cannot attend, please be conscientious and cancel as soon as possible. This helps those who make plans to accommodate you and avoid any waste. Thank you!!)

Meal: Lunch is free, but a $2 donation that goes to the charity of John-Wesley

Villas’ choice is appreciated.

Cost: Free to CSWA-S members.

CEUs: 1.0 CE contact hour will be awarded to CSWA-S members.

If you cannot RSVP by the deadline, but decide to attend at the last minute, you are welcome to attend. Please let Dr. Berry know, up to the day of the meeting, if you plan on coming or must cancel so that we can make last minute adjustments. If you are a last minute RSVP, please let the individual who did RSVP by the deadline have priority in terms of eating and receiving handouts. A pre-printed list of the RSVPs received by the deadline is provided at the site to confirm attendance. John-Wesley Villas graciously provides lunch. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE LUNCH

A special program is being planned for this year. You don’t want to miss it. Look for more details in the next issue of Clinical Perspectives

ADDRESS CHANGE – FYI

Our P.O. Box has changed from:

CSWA-S TO: CSWA-S

P.O. Box 23527 P.O. Box 13930

Savannah, GA 31403 Savannah, GA 31416

Training for Collaborative Practice

The Collaborative Law Institute of Georgia will present an Interdisciplinary training in Savannah Georgia at the Coastal Georgia Center on August 18 and 19th from 8:30 to 5:00. The cost is $625 which includes membership in the International Association of Collaborative Practice.

The trainers include two attorneys, a financial planner and a LCSW (we will apply for CE credits).The collaborative approach to divorce involves lawyer, divorce coaches, child specialists and financial consultants. Collaborative Practice is based on three principles: a pledge not to go to court; an honest exchange of information by both spouses; a solution that takes into account the highest priorities of both spouses and their children.

If interested, please contact Cathy McRae at 232-0304 or at mcra1452@bellsouth.net

OUR ASSISTANCE IS REQUESTED !!

Sybil Dudley, LCSW is going on a trip to Beijing, China as a Social Work Ambassador for child welfare (appointed by NASW) in October. She is seeking sponsorship or gifts. In return she intends to be available to share her journals and speaking engagements. It is an 8-day conference and the costs are exorbitant and she will be accepting any size of contribution (none is too small). The account for the conference is not set up as yet, but she
will accept your contribution either in person at the CSWA meeting or send to P.O. BOX 13930, Savannah, G A 31416. ATTN: Sybil Dudley.

CSWA-S INFORMATION:

For information on the CSWA-S monthly trainings go to:

Click on: www.socialworksavannah.com

Click on: clinical social work association of savannah

Click on: upcoming events

Clinical Perspectives

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – JUNE 2006

June Lunch Meeting – Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting is a yearly (of course) gathering of the Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah membership to, among other things: elect officers for the coming year, recognize and honor folks who deserve recognition and honoring for their contributions in the last year, listen to a professional education presentation and eat a lovely lunch at John Wesley Villas.

All former CSWA-S presidents are invited to be recognized as special guests.

Please note that the Annual Meeting is an hour and a half long so plan accordingly.

This year’s speaker is CSWAS member and incoming Clinical Perspectives Editor, Jacqueline Awe who is a counselor in and Coordinator of the Office of Counseling and Disability Services, Department of Student Leadership and Development at Savannah State University. She will share her experiences and insights about working with people with various disabilities.

What: CSWA-S June Luncheon Meeting / Annual Meeting

When: Wednesday, June 28, 2006. Noon until 1:30 p.m.
Topic: Etiquette, Ethics and Disability

Presenter: Jacqueline Awe LMSW

Where: John Wesley Villas, 231 W. Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah (http://www.johnwesleyvillas.com/savannah/location.htm)

RSVP: Please RSVP for lunch to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353 5263 or berryb@savstate.edu no later than Friday, June 23 , 2006.
Meal: Lunch is free, but a $2 donation is appreciated (to go to the charity of John Wesley Villa's choice)

CEUs: 1 CE contact hour will be offered to CSWA-S members.

If you cannot RSVP to the lunch meeting but decide to attend at the last minute you are welcome, but please let the folks who’ve RSVP’d have priority in terms of eating. John Wesley Villas graciously provides lunch and we do not need to have them scrambling at the last minute to feed unexpected guests. Copies of handouts are also based on the number of RSVP’s. If you RSVP and cannot attend, please let Dr. Berry know. Thanks!

Mark Your Calendar and Save These Dates

June 10 and 13, 2006 – Ethics Training

June 16 through 20 – Play Therapy Workshops – Coastal Georgia Center

June 24, 2006 – Sickle Cell Disease Management workshop – DeSoto Hilton

March 8 & 9, 2007 – CSWAS Annual Conference – Monica McGoldrick

ETHICS TRAINING SCHEDULED FOR JUNE

Both of these training events are planned for clinical practitioners as well as candidates for the LCSW License. Registration Deadline for Part I and Part II is Thursday, June 1, 2006. Registrations after June 1st will be accepted on a space available basis.

Part I -

Topic: The Ethical Practice of Clinical Supervision

Presenter: Susan Parleir, MSW (PhD Candidate at Univ. of South Carolina)

Where: Hospice Savannah, Inc, 1352 Eisenhower Dr., Savannah

When: Saturday, June 10, 2006 (3 Core Ethics Credit Hours)

Registration and Coffee - 8:30 a.m. Program - 9:00 - 12:15

Supervising individuals who are actively engaged in clinical social work can be a challenge. Some supervisors have had the opportunity for preparation through formal academic study in an accredited social work program. Others come to this position through seniority on the job, promotions, and/or luck of the draw. Susan will take us through the dynamic professional practice of supervising clinical social workers. She will further provide a solid foundation for anyone supervising candidates for the LCSW license. ($30 for CSWA-S Members; $40 for Non Members)

Part II -

Topic: The Ethical Road to Preparation for the LCSW in Georgia

Presenter: Jan Ligon, PhD, LCSW, Associate Professor, Georgia State University, School of Social Work, Chair of Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists, Former President of NASW-GA Chapter

Where: Recovery Place, Group, Room B, 835 E. 65^th St, Savannah, GA 31405

When: Tuesday, June 13, 2006 (2 Core Ethics Credit Hours)

Registration - 6:30 p.m. Program – 7 - 9:00

As candidates and clinical supervisor know the process to be licensed in Georgia has several options. From completing the application, through the years and hours of supervised practice to qualify until one takes the exam, there are things to do and things to avoid in order to make the journey smooth and ethically sound. This presentation will include a review of the application and regulations for the Clinical License.
($20 CSWA-S Members; $30 Non Members)

RSVP: Submit RSVP to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353-5263 or berryb@savstate.edu by Thursday, June 1, 2006.

Questions may be directed to Mary Hill, by calling 354-1132.

2006 – 2007 CSWA-S Nominees Announced

Donna Hammontree LCSW, CSWA-S Past President and Chair for Nominations, has announced the following candidates for Board of the Clinical Social Work Association for the 2006 – 2007 operational year.

President: Jan McWilliams

Vice – President: Helen Schandolph

Treasurer: Timi Wynne

Secretary: Deana Wakefield

Program Chair: Mary Hill

Membership Chair: Melissa Dotterweich

Newsletter: Jacqueline Awe

SSU Rep and CE Chair: Bernita Berry

NASW Representative: Stephanie Cruwys

Webmaster: Larry Dane-Kellogg

Past President: Pat Mooney

Ardeshia Green is the MSW Organization President at Savannah State University for the coming year and attends Board meetings as a non-voting participant.

Additional nominations will be accepted prior to the meeting by contacting Donna Hammontree at 350 5616 hammodo2@memorialhealth.com or from the floor. If you wish to volunteer to serve on committees or help with CSWA-S activities please contact Jan McWilliams at 898-7994 p.mcwilliams@comcast.net .

The Healing Power of Play

Sand Play Therapy: Using the Healing Power of Imagery to Help Children Cope with the Challenges of Difficult Times - June 16 & 17, 2006

AND

Sand Play Therapy: A Healing Journey for All Ages - June 18, 19, & 20, 2006

(Limited to 30 participants - Must have attended 2 day conference)

Dr. Marié-Jose Dhaese, RCC, ATR, CET, RPT-S

The Centre for Expressive Therapy - Hornby Island, British Columbia

Sponsored by the South Georgia Association for Play Therapy www.sgapt.org

Conference Location: Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401

Hotel accommodations and additional information on the conference can be obtained by going to our website www.sgapt.org or contacting: Mary Thompson, SGAPT Conference Chair playtherapy@enia.net 912.764.7001

Sickle Cell Disease: A Comprehensive Approach to Care

Saturday, June 24, 2006 10am – 5pm

DeSoto Hilton – Savannah, 15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA

This conference is designed for physicians, nurses, social workers, and other professional caregivers. Professional caregivers will address aspects of Sickle Cell Disease management, including:

	Advances in treatments
	Preventive health checkups
	Ways to improve health literacy
	Psychosocial issues

There is no charge for this conference, but registration is required. To register, please visit www.memorialhealth.com/cme, select “General CME programs,” and scroll down to find this conference. You may also register by calling 912.350.4357

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah

P.O. Box 23527

Savannah, GA 31403

Clinical Perspectives

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – May 2006

May Lunch Meeting

Eating disorders can be mystifying and difficult to treat. Since the early part of the last century, we’ve seen a steady increase in the incidence of anorexia nervosa and more recently bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorders. Clinicians are often perplexed in the face of clients who appear emaciated yet insist that they are fat and who persist in life threatening behavior yet seem oblivious to the seriousness of their disorder.

Ann Davis LPC has been working with individuals with eating disorders for many years and will share her insights and experience in treating people with eating disorders at our May lunch meeting.

What: CSWA-S May Luncheon Meeting

When: Wednesday, May 24, 2006. Noon until 1 p.m.
Topic: Treatment of Eating Disorders

Presenter: Ann Davis LPC

            Where: John Wesley Villas, 231 W. Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah               (http://www.johnwesleyvillas.com/savannah/location.htm)
            RSVP: Please RSVP for lunch to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353 5263 or         berryb@savstate.edu no later than Friday, May 19, 2006.
            Meal: Lunch is free, but a $2 donation is appreciated (to go to the charity of John         Wesley Villa's choice)

CEUs: 1 CE contact hour will be offered to CSWA-S members.

Mark Your Calendar and Save These Dates

May 24, 2006 – Lunch Meeting – Eating Disorders – John Wesley Villas

June 10 and 13, 2006 – Ethics Training

June 16 through 20 – Play Therapy Workshops – Coastal Georgia Center

June 24, 2006 – Sickle Cell Disease Management workshop – DeSoto Hilton

June 28, 2006 – Lunch Meeting - Annual Meeting and Election of Officers – Presentation: Etiquette and Disability – John Wesley Villas

ETHICS TRAINING SCHEDULED FOR JUNE

Presenter: Susan Parleir, MSW (PhD Candidate at Univ. of South Carolina)

Where: Hospice Savannah, Inc, 1352 Eisenhower Dr., Savannah

When: Saturday, June 10, 2006 (3 Core Ethics Credit Hours)
Registration and Coffee - 8:30 a.m. Program - 9:00 - 12:15

Supervising individuals who are actively engaged in clinical social work can be a challenge. Some supervisors have had the opportunity for preparation through formal academic study in an accredited social work program. Others come to this position through seniority on the job, promotions, and/or luck of the draw. Susan will take us through the dynamic professional practice of supervising clinical social workers. She will further provide a solid foundation for anyone supervising candidates for the LCSW license.
($30 for CSWA-S Members; $40 for Non Members)

Part II -
Topic: The Ethical Road to Preparation for the LCSW in Georgia

Where: Location in Savannah TBA

When: Tuesday, June 13, 2006 (2 Core Ethics Credit Hours)

Registration - 6:30 p.m. Program – 7 - 9:00

Questions may be directed to Mary Hill, by calling 354-1132.

2006 – 2007 CSWA-S Nominees Announced

President: Jan McWilliams

Vice – President: Helen Schandolph

Treasurer: Timi Wynne

Secretary: Deana Wakefield

Program Chair: Mary Hill

Membership Chair: Melissa Dotterweich

Newsletter: Jacqueline Awe

SSU Rep and CE Chair: Bernita Berry

NASW Representative: Stephanie Cruwys

Webmaster: Larry Dane-Kellogg

Past President: Pat Mooney

Ardeshia Green is the MSW Organization President at Savannah State University for the coming year and attends Board meetings as a non-voting participant.

The Healing Power of Play

Sand Play Therapy: Using the Healing Power of Imagery to Help Children Cope with the Challenges of Difficult Times - June 16 & 17, 2006

AND

Sand Play Therapy: A Healing Journey for All Ages - June 18, 19, & 20, 2006

(Limited to 30 participants - Must have attended 2 day conference)

Dr. Marié-Jose Dhaese, RCC, ATR, CET, RPT-S

The Centre for Expressive Therapy - Hornby Island, British Columbia

Sponsored by the South Georgia Association for Play Therapy www.sgapt.org

Conference Location: Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401

Clinical Perspectives

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – April 2006

April Lunch Meeting

Francine Shapiro accidentally discovered a phenomenon that is basic to Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy while walking by a lakeside. She developed it into a full fledged therapeutic modality that is useful for treating, among other things, trauma. Find out about the phenomenon that started the EMDR phenomena at the April Lunch Meeting.

Helen Morton ACSW, LCSW, an experienced clinician from Brunswick who uses EMDR will give a broad overview of the treatment at our April lunch meeting.

What: CSWA-S April Luncheon Meeting

When: Wednesday, April 26, 2006. Noon until 1 p.m.
Topic: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR

Presenter: Helen Morton ACSW, LCSW

Meal: Lunch is free, but a $2 donation is appreciated (to go to the charity of John Wesley Villa's choice)

CEUs: 1 CE contact hour will be offered to CSWA-S members.

Mark Your Calendar and Save These Dates

May 24, 2006 – Lunch Meeting

Eating Disorders, Ann Davis LPC, presenter– John Wesley Villas

First or Second weekend in June - Tentative

Ethics and Supervision. Get your 5 ethics hours for license renewal

June 28, 2006 – Lunch Meeting - Annual Meeting – John Wesley Villas

20^th Annual Conference a Success

The 20^th Annual Conference of the Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah featured Bob Bertolino PhD. Bertolino spoke on collaborative change oriented psychotherapy and his message was relevant for all clinicians from the graduate student in a practicum to the most seasoned of us. The conference was co-hosted by the Southeast Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers and the Social Work Department of Savannah State University.

Our thanks go to all of the CSWAS / NASW members and SSU students whose labors made it a success, to the Coastal Georgia Center and to our sponsors:

Gold Sponsor

Recovery Place of Savannah

Silver Sponsors

Coastal Harbor Treatment Center / Savannah

Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health / Charleston

Logo of Oak tree growing out of book, text reads Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools

Savannah – Chatham County - Safe and Drug Free Schools

Bronze Sponsor

St. Joseph / Candler Healthcare System

And our break sponsors:

Focus by the Sea on St. Simon’s Island and St. Leo University

A Note from the President

The Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah needs you! Yes, you.

I grew up in Tennessee and went to school there so I’m not a Bulldog, an Eagle, a Tiger, a Yellow Jacket, a Gamecock, a Gator or any of the other members of the collegiate mascot menagerie. I’m a Volunteer.

All of the members of the board and the various CSWAS committees are also volunteers - small V but big contribution - and are directly responsible for the growth of CSWAS and the quality programming that this association offers. Now, growth in and of itself is not a primary goal, but a larger organization can offer higher quality events for lower prices than a small organization can, so growth has its benefits – and drawbacks. The primary drawback is that it takes more people to keep a larger organization running.

When I moved to Savannah, I joined CSWAS and we met for lunch meetings around a single long table at Greenbriar – we have grown! Some of the current volunteers are ready to back off and some must leave office according to our by-laws. Those who remain must eventually move on to other pursuits and besides, all organizations need new blood and fresh ideas.

I invite you to seriously consider volunteering some time to the Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah. Volunteer with a buddy and ‘job share’ a position. If you indicated a willingness to volunteer on your membership application, please remind us. If you just simply want to continue to be able to come to the lunch meetings, Saturday Institutes, social events and the Annual Conference, consider volunteering because, without volunteers, none of these events happen. Besides, you get to work and hang out with some of the greatest folks in coastal Georgia and you improve services to our clients by helping to facilitate quality continuing education programs for mental health professionals in our community.

Please contact Jan McWilliams, our Vice President at p.mcwilliams@comcast.net , 898 7994 or Donna Hammontree, our Past President and nominations chair at 350 5616 hammodo2@memorialhealth.com

Thanks to all who have volunteered and to those who are going to!

Denham Receives McCauley Award

Congratulations to CSWAS member Kay Denham for being tapped for the McCauley Award by the St. Joseph’s / Candler Healthcare System.

$ Dues Past Due $

If you didn’t get a newsletter of your own, and you’re reading a borrowed Clinical Perspectives then it’s no April Fools prank; you didn’t renew your CSWAS membership. (Or we made a mistake which is also possible.). The CSWAS membership year starts each January and the deadline for renewal without penalty was April 1 – no foolin’.

A record number of people have either joined or renewed and we appreciate your consideration or conscientiousness and your renewal. If you’re not one of them, go to the CSWAS website www.socialworksavannah.freeyellow.com and print application to send in. Remember, CSWAS is open to all mental health professionals or other professionals interested in mental health issues. Thanks.

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah

P.O. Box 23527

Savannah, GA 31403

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Clinical Perspectives

Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah – February 2006

February Lunch Meeting

From coffee to cognac to cocaine to crystal, the spectrum of drug use and abuse is constantly shifting. Dr. Terry R. Allen, Jr., Associate Director of Internal Medicine Education at Memorial Health University Medical Center will present "Emerging Drugs of Abuse" at the February lunch meeting. The presentation includes current information on drugs being used and abused and mechanism of action in the brain.
What: CSWA-S February Luncheon Meeting

When: Wednesday, February 22, 2006. Noon until 1 p.m.
Topic: Emerging Drugs of Abuse

Presenter: Terry R. Allen Jr. M.D.

            Where: John Wesley Villas, 231 W. Montgomery Crossroads, and Savannah               (http://www.johnwesleyvillas.com/savannah/location.htm)
            RSVP: Please RSVP for lunch to Dr. Bernita Berry at (912) 353 5263 or         berryb@savstate.edu no later than Friday, February 17, 2006.
            Meal: Lunch is free, but a $2 donation is appreciated (to go to the charity of John         Wesley Villa's choice)

CEUs: 1 CE contact hour will be offered to CSWA-S members.

$ $ $ $ $ $ Dues Due $ $ $ $ $ $

The CSWAS membership year starts each January and the deadline for renewal without penalty is April 1 – no foolin’. If you haven’t already, please take a few moments to send in dues for another year and take advantage of one of the best bargains around.

CSWA-S is open to any professional interested in mental health. Not only are LCSWs and LMSWs members, but also LPCs, LAPCs, LMFTs, nurses, psychologists and attorneys are in our ranks.

Dues for one year are still only $30 for professionals and $10 for students. You get a lot for the cost of one nice dinner out. You get: 10 lunch meetings with dynamic programs and free continuing education credits, discounts at the Annual Conference, first dibs on slots at the quarterly Saturday Institutes, the monthly Clinical Perspectives Newsletter, periodic breakfast meetings, the Annual Oyster Roast, the Annual Winter

Holiday Party, and the opportunity to participate in one of the best professional networks in coastal Georgia / South Carolina.

Dues – continued

If you’re a new member, please complete the entire application. If renewing, please note any changes and newsletter email preference.

Volunteers Needed

Newsletter – Qualifications: sort of computer savvy, able to leap small buildings with assistance, faster than a speeding granny on a rusty skateboard, and interested in helping with the monthly newsletter. Contact Pat – 912 443 9313 patmooneylcsw@bellsouth.net or Marcella – 912 355 9398 madisondotcom@msn.com

Annual Conference – The Clinical Social Work Association of Savannah sponsors one of the best professional presentations in Savannah and this year is no exception. Bob Bertolino is known for his innovative ideas and his entertaining, informative and practical workshops. If you’re interested in helping, there’s plenty of work to be done and it’s great fun to boot. Contact Mary - 912 354 1132 or singmlhill@yahoo.com

Mark Your Calendar and Save These Dates

Wednesday, February 22, 2006 –

Lunch Meeting – Emerging Drugs of Abuse – John Wesley Villas

Thursday & Friday, March 23 & 24, 2006 –

Annual Conference – Bob Bertolino – Coastal Georgia Center

April 26, 2006 - Lunch Meeting – EMDR – John Wesley Villas

May 24, 2006 – Lunch Meeting – TBA – John Wesley Villas

June 28, 2006 – Lunch Meeting - Annual Meeting – John Wesley Villas

Jammed January Starts the Year Off Right

January 2006 was filled with CSWA-S activities that fed the mind, body and spirit of members. First, Chris Foley LCSW conducted the Winter Saturday Institute at Hospice Savannah. Her presentation on helping people and families with loss of a loved one was superb.

The January Lunch Meeting featured two presentations. The first was a presentation of a $6,000 check to the University of Georgia School of Social Work to support the Tisha Abolt Graduate Assistantship. The money was raised through the Tribute to Tisha BBQ last November. Linda Barnes LCSW and Carl Pedigo, Attorney then presented information on the collaborative approach in helping divorcing couples get through the process with minimal collateral damage.

Finally, the Annual Oyster Roast offered lots of CE (culinary excellence) credits to the attendees. Thanks to all who helped make these events such successes.

20 th Annual CSWA-S Conference

Bob Bertolino, PhD

Bob Bertolino, Ph.D., is an innovator in the field of counseling and psychotherapy who is dedicated to creating and promoting respectful and effective approaches that encourage hope, happiness, healthiness, and change in the lives of people. A therapist, author, and trainer, Bob is a genuine and compassionate therapist whose approach to working with even the most challenging clients is refreshingly creative and effective. A highly sought-after international speaker, Bob has taught over 100 workshops throughout the United States, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. His workshops have consistently been highly rated, offering hope and rekindling the spirits of both professionals and the general public.

Bob is the Senior Director of Clinical Services at Youth In Need, Inc., in St. Charles, Missouri and is founder of Therapeutic Collaborations Consultation and Training. He is also a training associate at the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change, an international associate for the Sycol Foundation/Brief Therapy Centre, and an assistant adjunct professor in the departments of counseling/family therapy and social work at St. Louis University, and rehabilitation counseling at Maryville University. Bob is licensed as a marital and family therapist, professional counselor, and clinical social worker in the state of Missouri, is a National Certified Counselor, and a clinical member of the American Association for