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🌟 Honoring a Legacy, Celebrating a Community 🌟 Before we announce the recipients of this year’s Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award, we want to pause and honor what this award truly represents. Dr. Marion Lindblad-Goldberg’s vision shaped the foundation of Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) and transformed the landscape of Family Based Mental Health Services. Her work reminds us that healing happens in relationships—and that our most powerful tool as clinicians is the ability to see ...

Recently, I watched a short video of a foster mother cat gently caring for a kitten who had clearly endured trauma. The kitten flinched at every movement, tucked itself into corners, and froze at any attempt at touch. But the mother cat didn’t retreat. She moved slowly, calmly—relentlessly. With every lick, every soft purr, every patient pause, she sent the same message: You are safe now. I won’t hurt you. I’m not going anywhere. As ...

If you’ve ever heard the iconic spoken-word song “Everybody’s Free (To Wear Sunscreen),” you know it’s packed with practical, poetic, and unexpectedly emotional advice. Originally a column by Mary Schmich and popularized by Baz Luhrmann, the song reads like a love letter to life’s complexity—with one recurring reminder: wear sunscreen. But if you listen closely, the heart of the song is about more than sun protection—it’s about perspective. It’s about embracing uncertainty, holding paradoxes, and ...

At the Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center, we are thrilled to recognize Kim D. as a nominee for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award. This award honors professionals who demonstrate exceptional clinical skill, a commitment to systemic family therapy, and a deep dedication to strengthening families through relational healing. Kim embodies these qualities in every aspect of her work. A Systemic Thinker and Team Supporter Kim plays a pivotal role in group supervisions, ...

The Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center is thrilled to celebrate Kathy Gasparetti’s nomination for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award. This prestigious honor recognizes professionals who embody the principles of Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) through their leadership, clinical expertise, and dedication to strengthening families. A Leader Among Her Peers Kathy Gasparetti is more than just a seasoned clinician—she is a pillar of leadership within PA Mentor. With over eight years of experience ...

We are proud to announce that Danitza Ortiz-Rivera has been nominated for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award, recognizing her exceptional contributions to the family-based mental health field and her deep commitment to the ESFT model. With seven years of experience in family-based services, Danitza has proven to be an invaluable asset to her team, families, and community. She has played a key role in supporting her newest supervisor, assisting in the incorporation of the ...

We are thrilled to announce that Beth Anne Keller has been nominated for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award, recognizing her outstanding dedication, leadership, and expertise in the Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) model. With over 15 years of service, Beth Anne has been a cornerstone of the agency, beginning as a Mental Health Worker and rising to Program Coordinator. Throughout her tenure, she has played a pivotal role in training, supervision, and program development, ...

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Therapists are often told to stay reflective, take feedback in stride, and manage their energy. But when you’re experiencing emotional burnout, even minor criticism from a client can feel overwhelming. Burnout isn’t a sign that you’re doing something wrong—it’s often a sign that you’ve been giving without enough replenishment. And when that’s paired with negative client feedback, it can create self-doubt and isolation. Systemic family therapists are trained to hold complexity, but we often forget ...