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Colorado Asian Mental Health Network (CAMHN) Listserv

Rules, Guidelines, and Participation Standards

Membership Eligibility

Membership in the CAMHN listserv is limited to professionals registered in the state of Colorado, including:

• Licensed mental health providers (LP, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LAC, and candidates)

• Licensed medication providers (DO, MD, PMHNP, APN, PA, and candidates)

• Students who are actively and currently enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program in a relevant mental health or healthcare field, provided they clearly and accurately represent their student status in all communications and do not imply licensure or scope of practice beyond their training

The public directory is limited to fully licensed providers. Pre-licensed or provisionally licensed members must represent their credentials accurately and avoid implying independent licensure or practice beyond their scope. [NOT YET ACTIVE AS OF 4/2026]

Professional Conduct & Community Standards

• All communication must remain respectful, professional, and aligned with the values of cultural humility, inclusivity, and respect.

• Differing perspectives are welcome when expressed constructively.

• Abusive, discriminatory, or hostile language is not permitted.

• Members are encouraged to assume good intent while remaining mindful of impact. When appropriate, address misunderstandings respectfully and privately.

Scope of Posts

• Posts must be relevant to the professional practice of mental health care, including clinical work, referrals, resources, training opportunities, and professional development.

• Use clear, concise subject lines that reflect the content of your message.

Prohibited Content

The following types of posts are not permitted:

• Unsolicited advertisements unrelated to mental health practice (e.g., financial services, real estate, unrelated wellness services), unless in direct response to a member request

• Intentional misinformation or disinformation

• Political advocacy for or against specific candidates, legislation, or issues not directly related to mental health practice

• Fundraising or promotion for causes unrelated to professional practice

  • Exceptions may be considered for personal circumstances; please contact moderators

• External communications where CAMHN is copied (CC’d) on messages to individuals or organizations

Moderation & Enforcement

• CAMHN moderators reserve the right to remove posts that do not align with these standards.

• Moderators may limit or revoke posting privileges, or remove members from the listserv, in cases of repeated or significant violations.

• Concerns about posts or member conduct may be directed to moderators privately.

Clinical, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities

• Information shared on the listserv is for professional discussion and resource-sharing only and does not constitute clinical supervision, legal advice, or formal consultation.

• Members are responsible for exercising their own clinical judgment and adhering to their licensing board requirements, employer policies, and applicable laws.

Confidentiality & Privacy

• Do not share protected health information (PHI) or identifiable client details.

• When discussing cases, ensure all information is sufficiently de-identified in accordance with HIPAA and professional ethics.

• Members are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable privacy laws and ethical standards.

Guidelines for Participation

Getting Started

• Create an account on Trellis Health (trelliscommunities.com) to join the listserv

• Keep your profile, availability, and contact information up to date

Using the Directory & Posting

• Before requesting referrals, please:

  • Review the CAMHN directory

  • Search previous listserv messages

• If appropriate resources are not found, you are encouraged to post a request

Referral & Resource Requests

• Use “ISO” (In Search Of) in the subject line

  • Example: ISO Therapist for Neurodivergent Adults (Denver Metro)

• Be as specific as helpful to improve response quality and reduce unnecessary replies

Sharing Resources

• When you receive or share useful resources (e.g., books, groups, IOPs, prescribers), please add them to the appropriate Resources section so others can benefit

Reply Etiquette

• Use “Reply” (not “Reply All”) for responses intended only for the original poster (backchanneling)

• Use “Reply All” when your response may benefit the broader community

• When replying, trim irrelevant portions of prior messages to improve readability

• Avoid excessive or duplicative posts

Promotion, Opportunities & Transparency

• Announcements for groups, services, seminars, or events are limited to two (2) posts per offering

  • For recurring offerings, you may post twice each time enrollment reopens

• Job and internship opportunities relevant to mental health practice are permitted; include key details (e.g., location, population served, and how to apply)

• When recommending services, programs, or providers, disclose any relevant financial or professional relationships

• Avoid self-promotion presented as neutral recommendation

Research & Surveys

• Requests for research participation or survey distribution must be relevant to the community

• Please include purpose, eligibility criteria, and time commitment

• Moderator approval may be required

Technology, Privacy & Security

• The listserv is a private, member-only space

• Do not share listserv emails, member contact information, or directory data outside the network without explicit permission

• Do not use the listserv for external marketing purposes unrelated to professional practice

• Be cautious when clicking links or downloading attachments; report suspicious activity to moderators

How to Use the Listserv

Joining

1. Create an account at trelliscommunities.com

2. Complete your professional profile

3. Join the CAMHN listserv

4. Send emails to: camhn@trelliscommunities.com

Backchanneling (Private Replies)

• To respond privately to a member:

  • Click “Reply” (not “Reply All”)

  • Your message will go directly to the original poster

Sharing with the Group

• To share information that may benefit others:

  • Click “Reply All”

  • Your message will be distributed to the full listserv

Email Delivery & Spam Prevention

To ensure you receive CAMHN listserv messages reliably, please take the following steps:

• Add the listserv email address [camhn@trelliscommunities.com] to your contacts (or safe sender list) in your email provider

• Check your spam/junk folder after joining; if messages appear there, mark them as “Not Spam”

• Create a filter or rule to route CAMHN emails to your inbox or a designated folder

• If using Gmail, you can:

  • Open a CAMHN email → click the three dots → select “Filter messages like this” → choose “Never send to Spam”

• If using Outlook:

  • Add the sender to Safe Senders in settings

• Avoid marking listserv emails as spam, as this can affect delivery for other members

If you are not receiving messages, please check your email settings or contact the moderators for support.