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Thursday, Nov 19, 2026; 1 - 3 pm

  • $35.00

    Professionals

    2 CE's - APA; NBCC; ANCC (NEW for Nurses); PA SW/LPC/MFT; ACT 48 & PQAS

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  • $15.00

    Adult Family Members

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Course Objectives

Help clients to navigate breaks in family connection whether the one initiating distance or experiencing distance from a family member. Examine the pathways that lead to relational distance, explore options for repair, and gain strategies to support healthy boundaries and connection.

  • Identify common family dynamics that contribute to the conflict that leads to estrangement.

  • Assist clients to assess their own role in the patterns of familial interaction.

  • Help clients to determine their needs, goals, and boundaries, and to develop tolerance for different levels of family contact.

  • Apply strategies to support healthier patterns of communication, maintain connection, and repair relational ruptures when appropriate.

About the Presenter

Shari Molta, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Shari Molta, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and one of CGRC's Professional Development Educators with over 12 years of experience in clinical practice, supervision, and workforce development. Shari is the founder of Dynamic Family Counseling, where she provides individual, couples, and family therapy with an emphasis on family systems, parent coaching, co-parenting dynamics, and whole-family wellness. Shari has extensive experience training and developing clinicians and supervisors across complex behavioral health systems. She previously served as a Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) Consultant leading supervisor development initiatives, and supporting evidence-based program implementation and fidelity.

Special Guest

Billy Farber

Alpas Wellness Recovery Center

Billy Farber serves as the Business Development Representative for Northeast PA and New Jersey for Alpas Wellness Recovery Center. He brings many years of experience in the substance use treatment field, including prior work as a case manager. Billy is deeply passionate about helping individuals and families struggling with mental health and substance challenges. As someone who personally values and believes in the power of sobriety, he approaches his work with authenticity, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others find hope and healing.

Intended for Psychologists, Marriage and Family Therapist, Social Workers, Family Attorneys & Mediators, Clergy, Graduate Students and others who support individual and family well-being.

Open to Adult Family Members!