Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work upcoming events

From Monogamy to Polyamory: A Guide for Clinicians (Sunday, May 31, 2026)

Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Camera-on required. GWSCSW is committed to verifying that the same standards are as applicable for virtual workshops as in person workshops. The participant must be observed as present and attending both; therefore virtual workshop attendance requires participants to keep their video camera on for the duration of the presentation, except during scheduled breaks, to receive CEUs.

Presenter Ed Geraty, LCSW-C (MD), LICSW (WV), LCSW (VA), LICSW (DC)

CEUs: Category 1 | 3.0 ETHICS CREDIT

The is a growing visibility of CNM/polyamory in society and more individuals are choosing these models rather than tradition monogamy. Because of this there is increased client disclosure in therapy, however most clinicians are not only unfamiliar with these models but uncomfortable exploring these models with the client due to their own biases or lack of education. There is a need for cultural competence in relational diversity

Workshop Objectives:

At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

Define monogamy, polyamory, and other (CNM) Consensual Non Monogamy models
Explore clinical implications of diverse relationship structures
Identify common client challenges and therapeutic strategies
Build and affirmative, inclusive clinical practice

Agenda:

10 to 10:15 welcome/intro
10:15 to 11 Define monogamy, polyamory, and other (CNM) Consensual Non Monogamy models
11 to 11:45 Explore clinical implications of diverse relationship structures
11:45 to 12 break
12 to 12:30 Identify common client challenges and therapeutic strategies
12:30 to 1 pm Building and affirmative, inclusive clinical practice

Recommended Reading:

Books: Polysecure, The Ethical Slut, More Than Two
Podcasts: Multiamory, Normalizing Non-Monogamy

DC, VA, MD Social Work -- Category 1 | 3.0 CEUs

Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in is DC, Maryland, and Virginia to sponsor social work continuing education learning activities and maintains full responsibility for this program.

NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider -- 3.0 Credit Hours

Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7880. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

NEW Member Wine & Cheese Social (Sunday, June 07, 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The Wine & Cheese committee invites new members of the Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work (GWSCSW) for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our NEW Member Wine & Cheese Gathering on June 7. This special event is designed to welcome members who have joined within the past two years and provide an opportunity to meet colleagues, connect with board and committee members, and learn more about ways to become involved in the Society. Whether you are looking to expand your professional network, engage with the clinical social work community, or simply enjoy a relaxed evening with peers, we look forward to welcoming you.

Hosted by Nancy Harris at her home in College Park, MD (address will be sent in confirmation email once you register.)

Games People Play: Transactional Analysis (Sunday, June 21, 2026)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter Ed Geraty, LCSW-C (MD), LICSW (WV), LCSW (VA), LICSW (DC)

CEUs: Category 1 | 3.0 ETHICS CREDIT

Eric Berne’s Transactional Analysis (TA) describes how people relate through predictable interaction patterns called Games. Games involve hidden motivations, repeated roles, and emotional payoffs. Clinicians will learn how to identify Games played in the couples/family session.

Workshop Objectives:

At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

Identify common Transactional Analysis Games as they appear in individual, couples, and group clinical settings
Apply Parent–Adult–Child ego-state formulation to real-world case material and therapeutic interactions
Demonstrate Adult-state clinical interventions that interrupt Games and restore accountability, intimacy, and problem-solving

Agenda:

10 to 10:15 Welcome and introductions
10:15 to 10;45 Introduction to Transactional Analysis
10:45 to 11:15 Ego States: Parent, Adult, Child
11:115 to 12 Social, Life, and Relationship Games
12 to 12:15 break
12:15 to 12:35 Role-Play & Group Exercises
12:35 to 12:50 Questions & Discussion
12:50 to 1 closing

Recommended Reading:

Berne, E. (1964). Games People Play. New York: Grove Press.
Stewart, I., & Joines, V. (1987). TA Today. Lifespace Publishing.
Widdowson, M. (2010). Transactional Analysis. Routledge.
Additional contemporary clinical applications referenced throughout

DC, VA, MD Social Work -- Category 1 | 3.0 CEUs

NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider -- 3.0 Credit Hours