LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

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Robert L Reis II
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Waitlist for new clients
I can help you deal with your pain, celebrate your joys, and manage the day to day. I believe that we are partners in the counseling process, and together we can figure out what works best for you. Some special interest areas include working with life transitions and adjustment, exploring values and identity, working with depression and anxiety, working with individuals that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, and working with men. Please contact me to discuss how I can help you meet your goals.
I can help you deal with your pain, celebrate your joys, and manage the day to day. I believe that we are partners in the counseling process, and together we can figure out what works best for you. Some special interest areas include working with life transitions and adjustment, exploring values and identity, working with depression and anxiety, working with individuals that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, and working with men. Please contact me to discuss how I can help you meet your goals.
(612) 255-6618 View (612) 255-6618
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Leora (Lior) Effinger-Weintraub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients (ages 16+), especially those with complex experiences of trauma, dissociation, and plurality. Together with my clients, we explore identity, relationships, and how to heal within a societal structure that oppresses us. Joining others on the road through trauma into healing has become my life’s work and passion.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients (ages 16+), especially those with complex experiences of trauma, dissociation, and plurality. Together with my clients, we explore identity, relationships, and how to heal within a societal structure that oppresses us. Joining others on the road through trauma into healing has become my life’s work and passion.
(612) 445-2853 View (612) 445-2853
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Therapy Uprising
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406
I value body, sex, and weight positivity, Queer celebration, and am welcoming of kink and poly/non-monogamous relationships.
Making change and asking for help can be one of the hardest things to do. I’m Jenna (She/Her), and my work focuses on building connection and holding a safe space for clients to feel the full range of their experiences. Finding comfort in the uncomfortable, we can change old patterns that don’t serve us anymore, communicate our needs, and cultivate social justice and joy. I am here to celebrate and support your unique passions, and to learn from you what matters most in your life. I work with clients to build resilience and self-esteem, reduce stress, heal from trauma, and achieve greater self-awareness.
I value body, sex, and weight positivity, Queer celebration, and am welcoming of kink and poly/non-monogamous relationships.
Making change and asking for help can be one of the hardest things to do. I’m Jenna (She/Her), and my work focuses on building connection and holding a safe space for clients to feel the full range of their experiences. Finding comfort in the uncomfortable, we can change old patterns that don’t serve us anymore, communicate our needs, and cultivate social justice and joy. I am here to celebrate and support your unique passions, and to learn from you what matters most in your life. I work with clients to build resilience and self-esteem, reduce stress, heal from trauma, and achieve greater self-awareness.
(612) 999-1473 View (612) 999-1473
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Julie Jong Koch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407
I integrate my professional training and therapeutic skills with my lived experience as a queer-identified Korean adoptee.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS BEGINNING MID-JULY* I am a licensed independent clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I specialize in working with BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) individuals, BIPOC queer & trans/non-binary individuals, transracial adoptees, as well as others who have experienced individual or community trauma or marginalization.
I integrate my professional training and therapeutic skills with my lived experience as a queer-identified Korean adoptee.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS BEGINNING MID-JULY* I am a licensed independent clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I specialize in working with BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) individuals, BIPOC queer & trans/non-binary individuals, transracial adoptees, as well as others who have experienced individual or community trauma or marginalization.
(612) 261-0579 View (612) 261-0579
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Rosie Shayna Math
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
I am a relational, collaborative, incredibly curious, client centered, playful, social justice focused, LGBTQ-affirming therapist.
Hi! My name is Rosie. My pronouns are she/they. In my therapy practice, I work with adolescence, families, and young adults. My focus is working with individuals who have experienced struggles related to anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, attachment disruption, changes in the family system, adjustment to stressors, and the impacts of chronic stress and trauma, as well as identify development.
I am a relational, collaborative, incredibly curious, client centered, playful, social justice focused, LGBTQ-affirming therapist.
Hi! My name is Rosie. My pronouns are she/they. In my therapy practice, I work with adolescence, families, and young adults. My focus is working with individuals who have experienced struggles related to anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, attachment disruption, changes in the family system, adjustment to stressors, and the impacts of chronic stress and trauma, as well as identify development.
(952) 900-4067 View (952) 900-4067
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Robin Hicks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55430
I have experience treating and working with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and is LGBTQIA+ friendly.
My name is Robin Hicks I’m the first person in three generations to earn a college degree. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Spalding University in Louisville Kentucky, and a Master’s degree in Marriage & Family therapy from St Mary’s University in Minnesota. I grew up in Minneapolis with many challenges, trauma, and one parent household. My ambition has helped me to guide others in their quest to identify, to develop and deliver their purpose in life. I have supported others in a variety of settings from infants to adults and families. presenting with a variety of emotional, social, and behavioral concerns.
I have experience treating and working with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and is LGBTQIA+ friendly.
My name is Robin Hicks I’m the first person in three generations to earn a college degree. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Spalding University in Louisville Kentucky, and a Master’s degree in Marriage & Family therapy from St Mary’s University in Minnesota. I grew up in Minneapolis with many challenges, trauma, and one parent household. My ambition has helped me to guide others in their quest to identify, to develop and deliver their purpose in life. I have supported others in a variety of settings from infants to adults and families. presenting with a variety of emotional, social, and behavioral concerns.
(763) 347-2790 View (763) 347-2790
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Liz Powell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Waitlist for new clients
Liz’s approach to mental health takes into account individual concerns as well as a systemic awareness of her clients’ backgrounds, relationships, lifestyles, cultures and values. Liz enjoys working with clients with a variety of mental health needs and backgrounds. She considers herself to be a culturally/racially sensitive therapist, LGBTQIA friendly, and practices from a non-judgmental, authentic and open-minded perspective.
Liz’s approach to mental health takes into account individual concerns as well as a systemic awareness of her clients’ backgrounds, relationships, lifestyles, cultures and values. Liz enjoys working with clients with a variety of mental health needs and backgrounds. She considers herself to be a culturally/racially sensitive therapist, LGBTQIA friendly, and practices from a non-judgmental, authentic and open-minded perspective.
(612) 502-5924 View (612) 502-5924
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Aaron Spiegel-Emms
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55415  (Online Only)
I love to take an integrated approach to working with people and seeing people in the context of all aspects of their lives. As a queer, nonbinary transgender person I am passionate about intersectional social justice and working towards a world in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, however, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ people, people with co-occurring disorders, and persons living with HIV.
I love to take an integrated approach to working with people and seeing people in the context of all aspects of their lives. As a queer, nonbinary transgender person I am passionate about intersectional social justice and working towards a world in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, however, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ people, people with co-occurring disorders, and persons living with HIV.
(612) 712-4871 View (612) 712-4871
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Nicole Gornowicz
Counselor, MA, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55413
I work with individuals of all ages, though I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment disorders, behavior concerns, LGBTQIA+ and others.
Hello! I am Nicole (she/her/hers) a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Art Therapist. I've worked in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for 7 years; primarily with adolescents, children, their families, and their support networks. I'm passionate about encouraging teens, young adults, families, and individuals to keep going. I aim to provide an environment that is conducive to growth through honoring who you are, what you need in the moment, and how you will get to where you'd like to be. I do this through providing a safe, comfortable, authentic, and supportive place you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I work with individuals of all ages, though I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment disorders, behavior concerns, LGBTQIA+ and others.
Hello! I am Nicole (she/her/hers) a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Art Therapist. I've worked in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for 7 years; primarily with adolescents, children, their families, and their support networks. I'm passionate about encouraging teens, young adults, families, and individuals to keep going. I aim to provide an environment that is conducive to growth through honoring who you are, what you need in the moment, and how you will get to where you'd like to be. I do this through providing a safe, comfortable, authentic, and supportive place you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
(651) 372-1130 View (651) 372-1130
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Samantha Jo Johns
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
I work with folks who are navigating sadness and confusion as well as issues related to personal finances, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ concerns, open relationships and non-monogamy, identity development, spiritual exploration, stress/anxiety, and phase of life transitions.
Hello! I firmly believe that individuals are always in the process of becoming, continually shaped by their thoughts, emotions, actions, and surroundings. Recognizing that growth can encompass positive transformation as well as profound loss, I use relational, humanistic, and narrative approaches. I am committed to dismantling barriers to authenticity and connection, especially for those navigating or aspiring to live counter-culturally and I work with folks in all relationship configurations. Transitioning to psychotherapy after a long tenure in the arts, I bring an artist's paradigm of thinking and relating to my practice.
I work with folks who are navigating sadness and confusion as well as issues related to personal finances, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ concerns, open relationships and non-monogamy, identity development, spiritual exploration, stress/anxiety, and phase of life transitions.
Hello! I firmly believe that individuals are always in the process of becoming, continually shaped by their thoughts, emotions, actions, and surroundings. Recognizing that growth can encompass positive transformation as well as profound loss, I use relational, humanistic, and narrative approaches. I am committed to dismantling barriers to authenticity and connection, especially for those navigating or aspiring to live counter-culturally and I work with folks in all relationship configurations. Transitioning to psychotherapy after a long tenure in the arts, I bring an artist's paradigm of thinking and relating to my practice.
(507) 479-1712 View (507) 479-1712
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Barbara Wormington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BS, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55405
I am here to listen and connect to all people. As a queer, Native American divorced mom, I can empathize and help all walks of life. Maybe you're struggling with your identity, relationship issues, understanding your goals, needs or wants or other things making you feel stuck. I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and older adults. I am currently supervised by Kari Lyn Stevens Wampler, LMFT.
I am here to listen and connect to all people. As a queer, Native American divorced mom, I can empathize and help all walks of life. Maybe you're struggling with your identity, relationship issues, understanding your goals, needs or wants or other things making you feel stuck. I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and older adults. I am currently supervised by Kari Lyn Stevens Wampler, LMFT.
(612) 662-9116 View (612) 662-9116
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Zane Rosen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Waitlist for new clients
As a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming provider, I am dedicated to fostering authenticity and understanding. I am currently working with individuals 18+ and specialize in neurodivergence, substance use, and identity. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, utilizing strength-based strategies, narrative therapy, and psychodynamic principles to navigate the complexities of each individual's experiences and identities. I believe in the power of collaboration, with each client being the expert of their own life.
As a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming provider, I am dedicated to fostering authenticity and understanding. I am currently working with individuals 18+ and specialize in neurodivergence, substance use, and identity. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, utilizing strength-based strategies, narrative therapy, and psychodynamic principles to navigate the complexities of each individual's experiences and identities. I believe in the power of collaboration, with each client being the expert of their own life.
(612) 712-9771 View (612) 712-9771
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Josh Januschka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
I have expertise in working with individuals who are transgender and gender-expansive, as well as the greater LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Every person needs a secure space where they can become their most authentic selves. I strive to approach therapy with radical genuineness, compassion, warmth, and humor. I believe that therapy at its best is a creative, judgment-free space between equals. This creates an environment where you can be yourself and learn to manage thoughts and emotions getting in your way. I like to incorporate techniques from DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, attachment theory, body-centered approaches, sports psychology, mindfulness, body positivity, trauma-informed practices, and sometimes a dash of geek culture references.
I have expertise in working with individuals who are transgender and gender-expansive, as well as the greater LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Every person needs a secure space where they can become their most authentic selves. I strive to approach therapy with radical genuineness, compassion, warmth, and humor. I believe that therapy at its best is a creative, judgment-free space between equals. This creates an environment where you can be yourself and learn to manage thoughts and emotions getting in your way. I like to incorporate techniques from DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, attachment theory, body-centered approaches, sports psychology, mindfulness, body positivity, trauma-informed practices, and sometimes a dash of geek culture references.
(612) 421-0604 x30 View (612) 421-0604 x30
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Cameron Lee Small
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55431  (Online Only)
I'm so thankful you're here! I'm Cam, trans-racially adopted from Korea, and it's my privilege to help adoptees, parents, and the ones who support them navigate the complexities of adoption through counseling, coaching, stories and education.
Please visit therapyredeemed.wordpress.com/about/ for more info & resources! Have you ever wondered about your adoption story? Has there ever been doubt, fear, anger, pain or confusion when it comes up? What’s it been like for you to process your personal experience of birth family, loss, grief, race, identity, or even those seemingly benign curiosities about your narrative that come up from time to time? For parents, of course you want to help your children as they embark on that path. This can often feel uncertain or overwhelming, with so many subtle nuances that feel way too complicated to handle without appropriate support.
I'm so thankful you're here! I'm Cam, trans-racially adopted from Korea, and it's my privilege to help adoptees, parents, and the ones who support them navigate the complexities of adoption through counseling, coaching, stories and education.
Please visit therapyredeemed.wordpress.com/about/ for more info & resources! Have you ever wondered about your adoption story? Has there ever been doubt, fear, anger, pain or confusion when it comes up? What’s it been like for you to process your personal experience of birth family, loss, grief, race, identity, or even those seemingly benign curiosities about your narrative that come up from time to time? For parents, of course you want to help your children as they embark on that path. This can often feel uncertain or overwhelming, with so many subtle nuances that feel way too complicated to handle without appropriate support.
(952) 333-4688 View (952) 333-4688
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Joanna L Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
whether a bi-racial couple, African immigrant, LGBTQIA individual, mom stressed by work/home balance or adolescent struggling with self harm and identity.
Worried about your child's behavior? Struggling with parenting? Concerned about your adolescent's self image or self harm? Stuck in a negative cycle with your significant other and unsure how to connect again? Coming to terms with divorce and co-parenting? Wanting to improve family communication? Battling the shadows of depression and anxiety? Wanting change in your life but not sure what? Seeking therapy is hard and deeply personal. You are the expert in your life and I strive to make each client feel accepted, safe and understood. Together, we can discover your unique path to change and healing within yourself and relationships.
whether a bi-racial couple, African immigrant, LGBTQIA individual, mom stressed by work/home balance or adolescent struggling with self harm and identity.
Worried about your child's behavior? Struggling with parenting? Concerned about your adolescent's self image or self harm? Stuck in a negative cycle with your significant other and unsure how to connect again? Coming to terms with divorce and co-parenting? Wanting to improve family communication? Battling the shadows of depression and anxiety? Wanting change in your life but not sure what? Seeking therapy is hard and deeply personal. You are the expert in your life and I strive to make each client feel accepted, safe and understood. Together, we can discover your unique path to change and healing within yourself and relationships.
(612) 276-6301 View (612) 276-6301
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Claire Biringer
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406  (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ friendly, ENM-supportive, HAES-aligned.
Currently accepting individuals and couples! Welcome – I've created my therapeutic practice to help guide my clients towards awareness, curiosity, emotional attunement and expression, and self-compassion, whether you are struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety or depression, unresolved trauma, disconnection, or perfectionism and overcontrol. With couples, I seek to strengthen your existing bond and help each of you feel heard, respected, and connected. If you feel stuck or lost, and want to reclaim your agency and connection with yourself or your partner, it might be time to take this next step.
LGBTQ+ friendly, ENM-supportive, HAES-aligned.
Currently accepting individuals and couples! Welcome – I've created my therapeutic practice to help guide my clients towards awareness, curiosity, emotional attunement and expression, and self-compassion, whether you are struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety or depression, unresolved trauma, disconnection, or perfectionism and overcontrol. With couples, I seek to strengthen your existing bond and help each of you feel heard, respected, and connected. If you feel stuck or lost, and want to reclaim your agency and connection with yourself or your partner, it might be time to take this next step.
(206) 279-9701 View (206) 279-9701
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Nicole Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Nicole specializes in working with youth and young adults, aged 10-26 and primarily works with transgender youth, gender identity exploration, sexual orientation exploration, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
Nicole is an empathetic, direct, and nonjudgmental therapist who utilizes compassion and humor in their work with youth. As a Japanese American and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Nicole is passionate about providing a social justice lens and safe space to discuss systemic oppression, implicit biases, the current political environment, and the impact of these environmental stressors on the therapeutic relationship and our collective mental health.
Nicole specializes in working with youth and young adults, aged 10-26 and primarily works with transgender youth, gender identity exploration, sexual orientation exploration, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
Nicole is an empathetic, direct, and nonjudgmental therapist who utilizes compassion and humor in their work with youth. As a Japanese American and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Nicole is passionate about providing a social justice lens and safe space to discuss systemic oppression, implicit biases, the current political environment, and the impact of these environmental stressors on the therapeutic relationship and our collective mental health.
(952) 831-2000 View (952) 831-2000
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Terry M Post
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
I help people overcome life’s challenges to grow and find their desired happiness. I have a long history of working with those struggling with addiction as well as concerns related to sex and intimacy. From a mental health perspective, I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy, relationship problems, and some personality disorders. I believe that our mental health, compulsive behaviors, relationships, sex, and intimacy all interact and influence one another to create who and how we show up today. I have an extensive history of working with individuals in the LGBT+ community and specialize in treating Chemsex
I help people overcome life’s challenges to grow and find their desired happiness. I have a long history of working with those struggling with addiction as well as concerns related to sex and intimacy. From a mental health perspective, I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy, relationship problems, and some personality disorders. I believe that our mental health, compulsive behaviors, relationships, sex, and intimacy all interact and influence one another to create who and how we show up today. I have an extensive history of working with individuals in the LGBT+ community and specialize in treating Chemsex
(952) 213-6554 View (952) 213-6554
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Traci H Regis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55440  (Online Only)
"Highly sensitive people learn early in life to try to control the external world as a way to attempt to manage their inner one." Sheryl Paul. I specialize in adults with the highly sensitive person trait, neurodiversity, and trauma. Additionally, I see clients with depression, anxiety, anger issues, addiction, and relationship concerns. I'm an LGBTQIA+ community member and a parent of a child with special needs. I fully believe in meeting my clients where they are at in life.
"Highly sensitive people learn early in life to try to control the external world as a way to attempt to manage their inner one." Sheryl Paul. I specialize in adults with the highly sensitive person trait, neurodiversity, and trauma. Additionally, I see clients with depression, anxiety, anger issues, addiction, and relationship concerns. I'm an LGBTQIA+ community member and a parent of a child with special needs. I fully believe in meeting my clients where they are at in life.
(715) 600-5813 View (715) 600-5813
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Melissa Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, RYT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407  (Online Only)
My practice centers the lived experiences of queer, trans individuals, and folks of the global majority.
As a therapist and witness to your growth, I believe that you have an intuitive and innate capacity for balance. However, ongoing stressors of living in intersecting systems of oppression erode our connection with ourselves and others. Through curious, compassionate awareness in supportive relationships and community, we find our way back to our inner wisdom and wellness. I am here to support and witness your process of uncovering your most authentic self so that you can take actions in your life that align with your values and dreams. Find out more at www.awakenheartsomatics.com.
My practice centers the lived experiences of queer, trans individuals, and folks of the global majority.
As a therapist and witness to your growth, I believe that you have an intuitive and innate capacity for balance. However, ongoing stressors of living in intersecting systems of oppression erode our connection with ourselves and others. Through curious, compassionate awareness in supportive relationships and community, we find our way back to our inner wisdom and wellness. I am here to support and witness your process of uncovering your most authentic self so that you can take actions in your life that align with your values and dreams. Find out more at www.awakenheartsomatics.com.
(520) 346-6881 View (520) 346-6881
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