Join us for a supportive processing group for clinicians of marginalized identities to gather in a safe, affirming space. This group offers an opportunity to process lived experiences, connect with peers, and receive mutual support.
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August 27-28, 2026 — 9:00am-5:00pm PDT
Something special is happening in August!
For the first time in nearly seven years, our founders Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman are returning together for a LIVE Virtual Art and Science of Love workshop on August 27–28, 2026!
This rare live virtual event brings the Gottmans themselves into your home for two powerful days dedicated to helping couples strengthen connection, improve communication, deepen intimacy, and navigate conflict with greater care and understanding.
What can I expect from the event?
This workshop is just what we need!
What makes this workshop different from all the others?
It is being hosted live by Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, the founders of The Gottman Institute! This is an opportunity that won't come along again any time soon.
No appointments, no waiting rooms, no travel time. Just practical guidance from THE relationship experts themselves to help you reconnect, repair conflict, and strengthen your relationship together from the comfort of your own home.
What are you waiting for? Join Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, who have led millions of couples worldwide to heal and strengthen their relationships with The Art and Science of Love.
John Gottman, PhD, is world-renowned for his work on marital stability and divorce prediction. Dr. Gottman has conducted over fifty years of breakthrough research with thousands of couples. He is the co-founder of The Gottman Institute and Affective Software, Inc., as well as the author of over 200 published academic articles and author or co-author of more than forty books, including the New York Times bestsellers The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, The Love Prescription, and Fight Right and the national bestseller Eight Dates.
Julie Schwartz Gottman, PhD, is the co-founder of The Gottman Institute and co-founder of Affective Software, Inc. A highly respected clinical psychologist, she is the author of the national bestseller Eight Dates and the New York Timesbestsellers The Love Prescription and Fight Right. She is sought internationally by media and organizations as an expert adviser on marriage, domestic violence, post-traumatic stress disorders, gay and lesbian adoption, and parenting issues.
Curious to know more about Dr. John Gottman, Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, or The Gottman Institute? We welcome you to check us out→
In lieu of our Fall Conference 2026,
Please register for the SUMMIT
and get (up to) 15.5 CEs
The Summit is Utah's second premier interdisciplinary mental health conference, bringing together counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, educators, supervisors, and students for two days of learning, collaboration, and professional growth. Through nationally recognized speakers, practical breakout sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities, attendees will gain evidence-based knowledge they can immediately apply in practice while building relationships across the mental health community.
Whether you're early in your career or an experienced clinician, The Summit offers an opportunity to earn continuing education, discover new perspectives, and help shape the future of behavioral health in Utah. Join colleagues from across the state as we strengthen our profession—together.
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Come learn the theories surrounding supervision and how they impact you as an emerging or seasoned supervisor. Presented by Misty Newman & Amy Edwards, STAC Committee Members.
Participants will be able to:
This Brown Bag Training offers 1 CE and is FREE.
Virtual only: https://meet.google.com/fyh-mawj-hxg
Legislative, financial and professional issues discussed. UMHCA's Monthly meetings are held on the second Saturday of every month. This meeting is open to everyone, students, the public, and the Board.
Online meeting link:
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Please find the YOOFOO sign on the outside of the building and go upstairs. The meeting room is on the second floor, Suite 29
Please check the minutes from the last meeting before you arrive. This will save time in getting them approved to allow for more time in our business to conduct.
With appropriate permissions, and as the agenda is finalized, you can also check that online.
Board members will provide updates on UMHCA initiatives and projects as well as field questions, comments, or ideas from UMHCA members. All UMHCA members, including students and professional members, active and inactive, are welcome to attend. The UMHCA Executive Committee believes it is important for members to have access to the UMHCA board and the member meetings are part of a series of initiatives to promote engagement through increased access and connection between the board and our members. We look forward to seeing you all there!
No CEs will be provided at this meeting
Link:
Join us for a 2.5-day in-person supervision training designed to meet the requirements* to become a supervisor for pre-licensed clinicians in Utah.
Taught by: John Robbins PhD, LMFT Jennifer Morgan Smith LMFT
When:
Wednesday October 28: 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday October 29: 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday October 30: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
*This course meets the new requirements according to R156-60e. Mental Health Professional Practice Act Rule.
This course will award 20 CEs upon full completion. Four of these CEs will count towards Ethics. THIS COURSE IS UMHCA AND DOPL APPROVED.
Contact our Executive Director with questions
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