Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, 2025
9:00AM – 4:00 PM (both days)
12 CE’s for PA social workers, LPC’s, LMFT’s and psychologists
Hybrid Format – Available both in person* and online** via Zoom. All registrants will have access to a video recording of the conference. If you’re unable to attend live, you can register to view the recording.
*In-Person Attendees
Conference Venue: Pittsburgh Mennonite Church
2018 S. Braddock Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15218
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**Online Attendees
Online registrants will receive an email with the Zoom link each morning at 7:00AM. Participants are asked to connect 15 minutes before conference start time, and to familiarize themselves with Zoom technology before the event.
About WPFC’s Fall Conference and Symposium
On the occasion of WPFC’s 40th anniversary, the fall conference and symposium will explore Murray Bowen’s concept of the nuclear family emotional system and its predictable relationship patterns. Knowledge of this key concept can unlock the potential for effective functioning in individuals, families, religious and other organizations, and all manner of groups.
Traditionally, WPFC’s fall conference has encouraged both established leaders in the field and earlier learners to present their understanding and applications of Bowen theory. Attendees can expect to hear keen insights from longtime practitioners and fresh perspectives from relative newcomers.
Serving as keynote this year is Mr. Phil Klever, LCSW, LMFT, who will present his longitudinal research and understanding of the emotional processes in relationship systems. Mr. Klever has applied Bowen theory in his clinical practice and personal life since 1974, and he has written and spoken extensively on topics related to the theory.
After the program on Friday, all attendees are invited to a festive reception in celebration of WPFC’s 40th anniversary. A short annual meeting will follow.
Registration Fees
WPFC offers registration for both live attendance and to view the recording of the conference for those unable to attend on the scheduled date. Social Workers, LPCs and LMFTs who register to view the conference recording are still eligible to receive all credit hours for viewing the recorded conference for a period of 2 years after the conference date. This option is not currently available to Psychologists due to APA guidelines.
**Please note: the conference recordings will be available to all registrants for a period of 60 days.
The WPFC Scholarship Fund was created to provide financial aid to students, clinicians and other professionals facing financial hardships. This fund is made available through the generosity of our donors to keep education accessible and Bowen Family System Theory within reach to further one’s own work. If you would like to request financial assistance for this program, please send an email to WPFC’s administrator, Rebecca Keller (rebecca@wpfc.net) for more information.
COVID and Other Infectious Diseases
Western PA Family Center asks those who plan to attend the conference in person to follow all state, local, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 safety guidelines. If you are feeling sick on the day of the event, please stay home and switch your attendance to Zoom by sending an email to rebecca@wpfc.net. You can read WPFC’s infectious disease policy by clicking here.
Continuing Education Credits
WPFC Fall Conference – Learning Objectives
Social Work:
CE’s available for Social Workers, LPCs and LMFTs who register to view the recorded conference. ***The conference recording will be available for viewing and eligible for continuing education credits for a period of 2 years after the conference date.*** Should you choose to view the recording for credits, you are responsible for tracking your viewing progress within the 2 year timeframe. Once you’ve completed the recording in full, you’ll need to verify that with WPFC’s admin, Rebecca Keller (rebecca@wpfc.net) in order to receive the required evaluation.
LSW/LCSW, LPC and LMFT continuing education credits are $15.00 per person.
This program is offered for 12 hours of social work continuing education through co-sponsorship of the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work, a Council on Social Work Education-accredited school and, therefore, a PA pre-approved provider of social work continuing education. These credit hours satisfy requirements for LSW/LCSW, LPC and LMFT biennial license renewal. For information on social work continuing education call (412) 624-6902.
Please note: Participants requesting Social Work CE’s will receive their credits by email from our co-sponsor approximately 4-6 weeks after the conference takes place. WPFC does not provide participants with their certificate.
Psychology:
12 Psychology continuing education credits will be provided for a fee of $25.00 paid directly to GPPA. All Psychology CE recipients must attend the conference both days, live (either in person or via Zoom) to receive their credits. Psychologists are currently ineligible to receive credits for viewing the conference recording. ***After the program has been completed, recipients will receive a link to submit a training evaluation and submit their CE payment online through GPPA’s website.
CONTACT
Conference Registration: Admin – Rebecca Keller at rebecca@wpfc.net
WPFC Programs: Faculty Director – Cynthia Larkby, Ph.D. at Cynthia.larkby.phd@icloud.com
