Conference Information

Conference Program including Conference Schedule, Speaker Bios, future UAMFT events here: Program UAMFT Fall Conference 2024.pdf

Presentation handouts here.

Vendor Resources

Attendee Information

Conference Wi-Fi:

• Wi-Fi for phones: select USU-guest and follow the on-screen instructions
• Wi-Fi for laptops: while on campus, go to https://guest.usu.edu/guest

Check-in and Registration

Attendees must check-in at the registration desk every day of the conference. Registration is from 8:00-8:30 am every day of the conference, and someone will be at the registration booth during snack breaks and between every session. 

CEUs and Evaluations

You must sign in at registration each day, as we maintain these records for DOPL. On your first day, please pick up a CEU tracking sheet. After each session, have a volunteer with an orange lanyard initial your sheet. After the conference, return the sheet to us so we can tally and verify your hours.

Speaker and overall evaluations are available online only. You can access the evaluation at the beginning of the conference here. We recommend that you fill out this evaluation as you go. A QR code for the same evaluation will be posted in several places at the conference, and will also be sent out at the end of the conference. To receive your CEUs, you must complete the evaluations. UAMFT will make every effort to send out CEU certificates before the license renewal deadline. However, we ask that you complete the survey by September 21; otherwise, we cannot guarantee that the certificates will be sent in time.

Parking 

Parking costs $10 per vehicle per day. Additionally, with a USU football game on Saturday, September 14, traffic will be heavier, and parking will be limited. We encourage you to carpool. Parking can be paid for by text. Instructions can be found in various locations in the parking lots you park in. It costs $2 per hour or $10 for a whole day. To avoid parking fees, you can ride the bus for free. Park near the Cache Valley Transit District (CVTD) Transit Center at 150 E 500 N, Logan, UT 84321. From there, take Route 1, which will drop you off at 903 E 700 N (Education Building), just a short walk from the Eccles Conference Center. The bus ride takes approximately 5-10 minutes.

Meals and Networking Lunch 

Friday’s Networking Lunch will take place from 1:00-2:30 pm outside the conference center. Since the lunch is outdoors, please dress accordingly. To make networking easier, those who are hiring will have neon green ribbons on their name tags that say “I’m Hiring,” and those looking for work will have neon pink ribbons that say “Potential Employee.” If you would like one of these ribbons, please request one at check-in. 

With the exception of Friday's catered networking lunch, all other meals during the conference will be on your own. Snacks will be provided daily. There are many locations on campus. For the most options, we recommend The Marketplace on the 2nd Floor of Taggart Student Center (TSC) or The Hub on the first floor of the TSC. You may also explore off-campus dining options, but please be aware that parking may be limited upon your return.

Board Meeting

A public board meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 5:15 pm, and everyone is welcome to attend. We're always looking for new volunteers, so if you're interested in joining the board, please speak with a current member. This election cycle, we're looking to fill three board positions: President-Elect, Membership Chair, and Continuing Education Chair. If you'd like to run for one of these positions, please email Liza at lbtelford3@gmail.com.

Additionally, we have three non-elected positions available for the new year—two student representatives and one associate representative. If you're interested, please send your resume and cover letter to uamftadmin@gmail.com.

Continuing Education Classes

Thursday:

• The Marriage Checkup: Envisioning relational healthcare as a spiritual practice, Part 1, Dr. James Córdova & Dr. Tatiana Gray (4 MFT-Specific CEUs)
• 2024 State of Utah Legislative Round-Up: What Happened and Where Do We Go Next? Sarah Stroup, LMFT, RPT-S & Roberto De Giorgio, LMFT (2 MFT-Specific Ethics CEUs)
• The Neurology of Emotions, Memory, and Attachment, Rebecca E. Grondel, LMFT (2 General CEUs)

Friday:

• The Marriage Checkup: Envisioning relational healthcare as a spiritual practice, Part 2, Dr. James Córdova & Dr. Tatiana Gray (4 MFT-Specific CEUs)

• What About the ACODs? Unique Issues of Adult Children of Divorce, Linda Hershman, LMFT (2 MFT-Specific CEUs)

• Improving Adolescent Mental Health by Utilizing All Levels of Care, Jessica Black, CMHC (2 MFT-Specific Ethics CEUs)

Saturday:

• Supervision Refresher Course, Dr. Ryan Seedall, LMFT & Dr. Dave Robinson, LMFT (4 MFT-Specific CEUs)

• Using Active Learning Strategies to Hone Our Ethical Decision-Making Processes as Therapists, Dr. Megan Story Chavez, LMFT (2 MFT-Specific Ethics CEUs)

• Affirmative Approaches for Therapy with LGBTQIA+ Romantic Partners, Joyce Miles Jacquote (she/her/hers), LMFT, LCDC (2 MFT-Specific Ethics CEUs)

• Facilitating Secure Attachment: Integrating Interpersonal Neurobiology Perspectives with Clinical Practice, Dr. Spencer Bradshaw, LMFT (2 MFT-Specific CEUs)
• Embracing Authenticity & Congruence: Gender-Affirming Care Best Practices for Transgender & Gender Diverse Communities, Andrés Larios Brown (They/Elle), LMFT (2 General Ethics CEUs)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I access the schedule? A QR code for the digital program can be found at the registration booth. It is also located on their CEU tracking sheet. 

What if I want a hard-copy program? We’ve opted to go with a digital program for this event to reduce waste and keep things more accessible. You can easily access the program using the QR code available at the registration booth or on your CEU tracking sheet. If you have any issues accessing it or would prefer specific information, please let a volunteer know, and they will be happy to assist you.

What do I do about parking? Parking can be paid for by text. Instructions can be found in various locations in the parking lots you park in. It costs $2 per hour or $10 for a whole day. To avoid parking fees, you can ride the bus for free. Park near the Cache Valley Transit District (CVTD) Transit Center at 150 E 500 N, Logan, UT 84321. From there, take Route 1, which will drop you off at 903 E 700 N (Education Building), just a short walk from the Emma Eccles Conference Center. The bus ride takes approximately 5-10 minutes.

Where are the snacks? Snacks are located in room 201/203.

When and where is the catered networking lunch? What are we eating? The catered networking lunch will take place on Friday from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. Food will be served in Room 201/203, with seating available both in the room and outside on the lawn, accessible through the south doors of the conference center. The menu will feature a baked potato bar. If you are hiring or seeking employment, please pick up a ribbon from the registration booth.

Where can I get lunch on Thursday and Saturday? There are many locations on campus. For the most options, we recommend The Marketplace on the 2nd Floor of Taggart Student Center (TSC) or The Hub on the first floor of the TSC. You may also explore off-campus dining options, but please be aware that parking may be limited upon your return.

Where do I get a map of campus? There is a map of the Eccles Conference Center as well as our portion of USU campus at the end of the program. 

When will I get my CEU certificate? UAMFT will make every effort to send out CEU certificates before the license renewal deadline. However, we ask that you turn in your CEU tracking sheet and complete the post-conference survey by September 21; otherwise, we cannot guarantee that the certificates will be sent in time.

How do I track my CEUs? Please pick up a CEU tracking sheet at the registration booth. Have volunteers with orange lanyards initial your sheet and submit it in the designated bin at the registration booth. Additionally, remember to complete the post-conference survey to receive your CEU certificate.

What if my name badge is incorrect? Please fill out your information on the "Name Badge Reprints" sheet at the registration booth. You can pick up their corrected badge the following morning.

What if I have a complaint about this conference? Your feedback is important to us. Please fill out the post-conference survey and include your complaints.

How do I register for the Spring Conference? Visit uamft.org/events to register for the Spring conference. You can register for only $175 if you do so by September 21.

How can I get involved with UAMFT? In the upcoming election, we will be selecting a President-Elect, Membership Chair, and Continuing Education Chair. Students and associates are also invited to apply for the Student or Associate Representative positions on the Board. Additionally, there are paid presenting opportunities available. You can also participate in the Legislative Committee virtual meeting or the virtual UAMFT Board Meeting. If you’re interested in any of these opportunities, please email uamftadmin@gmail.com.