Across the Years: An Intergenerational Gathering of Arizona MFTs

Starts:  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 09:00 AM (MT)
Ends:  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 04:00 PM (MT)
Associated with  AAMFT Arizona
The Arizona Interest Network (AIN) is hosting a two-day, symposium-style gathering designed to strengthen and connect the MFTs in Arizona. This event is built around a simple but powerful idea: our profession is strongest when we intentionally bring together multiple generations of clinicians to learn from one another, build community, and co-create what comes next.
Address: University of Arizona, McClelland Park Building 650 N Park Ave Tucson, AZ 85719
This is an in person event ONLY and will not be live streamed or recorded. AIN has made this decision to support the overarching goal and mission of this event to bring AZ MFTs together to build and strengthen new or old connections and relationships.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Registration is for the full Symposium. You do not have to attend all days or events. You will only receive CEs for the trainings you attend but your registration will default to the entire Symposium. We do anticipate this event will SELL OUT and recommend you register ASAP.
The schedule of events is as follows:
Saturday Sep 26th
  • 9a-1030a Panel “Systemic Work in a Non-Systemic World”
  • 1045a-12p "Shape the Future of AIN" (no CEs offered)
  • 12p-130 lunch
  • 130p-3p Vicki Loyer, PhD, LMFT "Even the Best Need Support"
  • 315p-445p Shari Short, M.A., LMFT "Being an Authentic Clinician"
  • 530p-7p Networking Happy Hour (FREE FOR EVERYONE, REGISTRATION FOR CONFERENCE NOT NEEDED) you can RSVP JUST for the networking event HERE
Sunday Sep 27th
  • 930a-11a Thomas Lewis, LMFT, LPC "Ethical and Systemic Integration of Spirituality"
  • 1115a- 1245p Keith Cross, Ph.D., LMFT "When the Cycle Has a Neurological Driver: Working Systemically with ADHD"
  • 1p-230p lunch
  • 230p-4p  Amy Lemberger, MS, LMFT "Digital Platforms: Implications for MFTs"
At its heart, this symposium is about continuity, belonging, and stewardship: honoring the clinicians who built this profession, supporting those carrying it now, and intentionally welcoming those who will shape what it becomes.

Registration Dates

Registration Register Before
Registration Ends Saturday, September 26, 2026

Pricing Information

Registration Price
Arizona Network Students Varies based on the registrant
Arizona Network Members Varies based on the registrant
AAMFT Students $50.00
AAMFT Members $150.00
Non-Members $300.00
Volunteer Waived
Presenter Waived

Event Presenters

Vicki Loyer

Title & Company: Blue Door Psychotherapy
Bio: Vicki Loyer (Carlson) PH.D., LMFT, is an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and current past-president of AzAMFT.  She is the CEO/President of Blue Door Psychotherapy Associates, a clinical partner at the University of Arizona Department of Psychiatry, and a Subject Matter Expert and Instructor for Graduate Studies at Grand Canyon University.  Additionally, ...
Presentation Title: "Even the Best Need Support"

Darin Knapp

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Presentation Title: Panel “Systemic Work in a Non-Systemic World”

Shari Short

Title & Company: LMFT, Aloha Counseling LLC
Bio:

Shari Short, LMFT, is the CEO and owner of Aloha Counseling LLC, a thriving group practice with three clinics and more than 35 clinicians serving the Phoenix area. Before becoming a therapist, Shari built a successful career as a leadership consultant and business owner, bringing a unique blend of clinical insight and business acumen to her work. ...
Presentation Title: "Being an Authentic Clinician"

Thomas Lewis

Title & Company: The Family Ministry Counseling & Psychotherapy Service
Bio:

Thomas J. Lewis, D.Min., LMFT, LPC, is a systemic pastoral psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, trainer, and ordained clergy member with more than two decades of professional counseling experience. A retired United States Air Force veteran and State of Colorado retiree, he now provides individual, couple, and family psychotherapy through The Family ...
Presentation Title: "Ethical and Systemic Integration of Spirituality"

Keith Cross

Title & Company: Prescott Relationship Center, PLLC
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Presentation Title: "When the Cycle Has a Neurological Driver: Working Systemically with ADHD"

Amy Lemberger

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Presentation Title: "Digital Platforms: Implications for MFTs"

Cindy Arenas Nieves

Title & Company: CEO, Morphogenesis Therapy and Training Center
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Presentation Title: Panel “Systemic Work in a Non-Systemic World”

Lynnette Houston-Volden

Title & Company: Inclusion Wellness Therapy LLC
Bio:

I am the Managing Therapist/ Co-Owner of Inclusion Wellness Therapy LLC. I utilize Narrative Therapy, Experiential Techniques, Creative Arts Therapy, TF-CBT and EMDR to help clients learn and master effective skills to improve their personal life, their relationships with loved ones, and heal from trauma. I have been in the behavioral ...
Presentation Title: Panel “Systemic Work in a Non-Systemic World”

Stephanie Neidermyer

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Presentation Title: Panel “Systemic Work in a Non-Systemic World”

Melissa Baker

Title & Company: Valle del Sol
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