Therapists in Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA
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Deborah J Crandall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226
I provide therapy not only because I am passionate about personal growth and connection, but because I believe therapy works. I am inspired by the vulnerability and strength that goes into the healing process. I sincerely believe you have within you what it takes to heal and that doesn't mean you have to do it alone. Through therapy, I hope you feel renewed, motivated, confident, and safe enough in your thoughts and body to fully engage in life. I have had the honor to support those who are seeking out relief from their trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and/or anger.
I provide therapy not only because I am passionate about personal growth and connection, but because I believe therapy works. I am inspired by the vulnerability and strength that goes into the healing process. I sincerely believe you have within you what it takes to heal and that doesn't mean you have to do it alone. Through therapy, I hope you feel renewed, motivated, confident, and safe enough in your thoughts and body to fully engage in life. I have had the honor to support those who are seeking out relief from their trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and/or anger.
Therapy is creative, gives us focus, loosens the grip of our problems, spins us around, and lifts us up. I have practiced psychology for about 30 years and presently work in Bellingham WA and Vancouver, BC. It's a privilege to work in both countries and have the same engaging relationships in both practices. I work eclectically, using methods that personally benefit whoever has come for therapy. Usually there is some aspect of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, because it is so helpful.
Therapy is creative, gives us focus, loosens the grip of our problems, spins us around, and lifts us up. I have practiced psychology for about 30 years and presently work in Bellingham WA and Vancouver, BC. It's a privilege to work in both countries and have the same engaging relationships in both practices. I work eclectically, using methods that personally benefit whoever has come for therapy. Usually there is some aspect of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, because it is so helpful.
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Katie Southworth
Counselor, MS, RDN, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
Finding support for mental health can be challenging and scary. My goal is to create a space that is filled with compassion and curiosity. I work with individuals 18 years and older, who are Washington state residents. I work with clients who want to begin to heal their relationship with food, body and health.
Finding support for mental health can be challenging and scary. My goal is to create a space that is filled with compassion and curiosity. I work with individuals 18 years and older, who are Washington state residents. I work with clients who want to begin to heal their relationship with food, body and health.
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It is important to tailor session therapeutic approaches to the needs and goals of each client. To accomplish this, I take a multi-faceted therapeutic approach session approach. This includes such therapies as CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, Rogerian, and motivational interviewing. I have a special fondness for working with individuals who have one or more issues with traumatic backgrounds, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, and lack of self-confidence. I believe that teaching positive coping skills in combination with focusing on a person's strengths and abilities will help them lead more productive lives.
It is important to tailor session therapeutic approaches to the needs and goals of each client. To accomplish this, I take a multi-faceted therapeutic approach session approach. This includes such therapies as CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, Rogerian, and motivational interviewing. I have a special fondness for working with individuals who have one or more issues with traumatic backgrounds, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, and lack of self-confidence. I believe that teaching positive coping skills in combination with focusing on a person's strengths and abilities will help them lead more productive lives.
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John Diskin
Counselor, M Ed, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
I believe therapy is a collaborative process and I strive to create a nonjudgmental environment that promotes self-exploration, self-awareness, and growth. I enjoy building relationships and do my best to embody core values of authenticity, openness, and vulnerability in my daily life and practice.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process and I strive to create a nonjudgmental environment that promotes self-exploration, self-awareness, and growth. I enjoy building relationships and do my best to embody core values of authenticity, openness, and vulnerability in my daily life and practice.
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I am passionate about helping people make sense of their lives in complicated times. I am an actively involved psychotherapist. I believe in developing a strongly collaborative relationship. With mutual curiosity, we can explore meaningful ways to find relief and make lasting, positive changes. I do psychotherapy with children, teens, families, and adults in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and in Japanese. I also do psychological evaluations for Attention Deficit Disorder.
I am passionate about helping people make sense of their lives in complicated times. I am an actively involved psychotherapist. I believe in developing a strongly collaborative relationship. With mutual curiosity, we can explore meaningful ways to find relief and make lasting, positive changes. I do psychotherapy with children, teens, families, and adults in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and in Japanese. I also do psychological evaluations for Attention Deficit Disorder.
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Tara L Caldwell
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My approach with clients is warm, compassionate and collaborative. In addition to relieving pain and symptoms, I strive to help clients make changes that bring them happiness and greater satisfaction in life. Areas of expertise include treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse, along with problems stemming from relationship issues, divorce, parenting issues, empty nest, career change, relocation, major illness, chronic pain, or grief. I use complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach for each client, building on strengths to achieve the changes you want.
My approach with clients is warm, compassionate and collaborative. In addition to relieving pain and symptoms, I strive to help clients make changes that bring them happiness and greater satisfaction in life. Areas of expertise include treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse, along with problems stemming from relationship issues, divorce, parenting issues, empty nest, career change, relocation, major illness, chronic pain, or grief. I use complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach for each client, building on strengths to achieve the changes you want.
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Molly Prentice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I'm sorry you are facing stressful times, but glad that you decided to reach out for some help. Most of my counseling experience has come from helping people to learn how to better deal with whatever the issues they are facing, including things like anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, loss, troubled relationships, and troubled pasts. I teach people how to change what they can in themselves and their circumstances, accept those things they have no power over, and then to cope better with whatever comes their way in the future.
I'm sorry you are facing stressful times, but glad that you decided to reach out for some help. Most of my counseling experience has come from helping people to learn how to better deal with whatever the issues they are facing, including things like anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, loss, troubled relationships, and troubled pasts. I teach people how to change what they can in themselves and their circumstances, accept those things they have no power over, and then to cope better with whatever comes their way in the future.
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WK Counseling LLC
Counselor, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel like you are not your best self anymore? Maybe stress and worries have been so high that you have difficulties sleeping and enjoying your days. Whether you are dealing with struggles at work/school, in relationships, or managing big changes in your life - let’s break that negative cycle and work towards a positive change. Experiencing life in Europe, South East Asia, West-Africa, and the US, has made me highly culturally aware and I am respectful of people of all backgrounds, religions, cultures, and gender.
Do you feel like you are not your best self anymore? Maybe stress and worries have been so high that you have difficulties sleeping and enjoying your days. Whether you are dealing with struggles at work/school, in relationships, or managing big changes in your life - let’s break that negative cycle and work towards a positive change. Experiencing life in Europe, South East Asia, West-Africa, and the US, has made me highly culturally aware and I am respectful of people of all backgrounds, religions, cultures, and gender.
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Dr. Sybil McLean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226
Accepting New Clients - Immediate Availability! Now booking ADHD Assessments w/ openings beginning in September (please email for more info!). In my person-centered approach, I focus on you as a unique individual, aim to meet you where you are at, and adjust my approach as needed so that each client feels safe & heard in my presence. In therapy, I address issues such as: social dynamics (social anxiety, interpersonal communication, social skills), life transitions (grief, divorce, relocating), symptom management (reduced stress, decreased worry, improved mood), & academic challenges (IEPs/504 Plans, attention/distraction, behavior).
Accepting New Clients - Immediate Availability! Now booking ADHD Assessments w/ openings beginning in September (please email for more info!). In my person-centered approach, I focus on you as a unique individual, aim to meet you where you are at, and adjust my approach as needed so that each client feels safe & heard in my presence. In therapy, I address issues such as: social dynamics (social anxiety, interpersonal communication, social skills), life transitions (grief, divorce, relocating), symptom management (reduced stress, decreased worry, improved mood), & academic challenges (IEPs/504 Plans, attention/distraction, behavior).
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Dick Mattila
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226
Do you want a fresh outlook? Are you looking for a new perspective? Do you want change that offers realistic hope? I have been privileged over the past 20 plus years of helping people address change. We all want to avoid addressing personal change. In many ways it is like musical chairs: We cling as long as possible to the perceived "safe" place that we already know, refusing to loosen our grip until we feel sure another safe place awaits. Together we will work to establish attainable goals that are best suited for your life.
Do you want a fresh outlook? Are you looking for a new perspective? Do you want change that offers realistic hope? I have been privileged over the past 20 plus years of helping people address change. We all want to avoid addressing personal change. In many ways it is like musical chairs: We cling as long as possible to the perceived "safe" place that we already know, refusing to loosen our grip until we feel sure another safe place awaits. Together we will work to establish attainable goals that are best suited for your life.
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Brittney Jones
Counselor, MS, LMHC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
Trauma & abuse can cause us to feel isolated, out-of-control, and lost in our own lives. The resultant suffering & mental illnesses significantly disrupt our relationships, life satisfaction, and sense of self. These painful experiences can cause a disconnect between the four aspects of our being – mind, body, emotion, and spirit. Therapy offers a space in which you can understand this disconnection, re-story your experience, reintegrate these parts of yourself, and heal. In our work together, we will honor your experiences and help you find what you need to live a more authentic, empowered, and enriching life.
Trauma & abuse can cause us to feel isolated, out-of-control, and lost in our own lives. The resultant suffering & mental illnesses significantly disrupt our relationships, life satisfaction, and sense of self. These painful experiences can cause a disconnect between the four aspects of our being – mind, body, emotion, and spirit. Therapy offers a space in which you can understand this disconnection, re-story your experience, reintegrate these parts of yourself, and heal. In our work together, we will honor your experiences and help you find what you need to live a more authentic, empowered, and enriching life.
Jonathan M Boudin
Counselor, LMHC, RCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
Welcome! Counseling begins with safety, support, empathy, and trust. Perhaps we seek a non-judgmental ear that will listen, connection to our personal strengths, or an approach such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, or coping skills. I draw from multiple approaches so that therapy is collaborative and customized to meet your unique needs, hopes, and goals. I am trained in EMDR, an effective approach in healing from trauma. Helping youth of all genders is one of my specialties and I dedicate part of my practice to kids, tweens, and teens. I happily work with adults too. I am a LGBTQIA+ ally and cultural awareness is important to me.
Welcome! Counseling begins with safety, support, empathy, and trust. Perhaps we seek a non-judgmental ear that will listen, connection to our personal strengths, or an approach such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, or coping skills. I draw from multiple approaches so that therapy is collaborative and customized to meet your unique needs, hopes, and goals. I am trained in EMDR, an effective approach in healing from trauma. Helping youth of all genders is one of my specialties and I dedicate part of my practice to kids, tweens, and teens. I happily work with adults too. I am a LGBTQIA+ ally and cultural awareness is important to me.
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Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
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Bellingham Neurodevelopmental Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226
Dr. Reagan is a neuropsychologist who works with children and adolescents from ages four through nineteen who are struggling at home, at school, or in the community due to challenges with attention, learning, social skills, or emotions. Her evaluations typically include recommendations on academic supports and interventions, developmental and mental health treatments, and community supports to address challenges with functioning.
Dr. Reagan is a neuropsychologist who works with children and adolescents from ages four through nineteen who are struggling at home, at school, or in the community due to challenges with attention, learning, social skills, or emotions. Her evaluations typically include recommendations on academic supports and interventions, developmental and mental health treatments, and community supports to address challenges with functioning.
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Dr. Isabel E. Kaufman Forensic Expert/Therapist
Counselor, DR, LMHCC, CFC, Forensi, Expert
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98229
Through Life Stages: offers an array of services including but not limited to individual, children, couples and group counseling, crisis intervention, grief and loss therapy and conflict resolution. Dr Kaufman uses state of the art Mental Health Assessments. The Assessment includes a comprehensive social history, referral information, diagnostic impression, significant findings, and recommendations for treatment. A thorough Mental Health Evaluation like this is the best way to help yourself, your child, and your family. As a Professional Counselor Isabel E. Kaufman is experienced, knowledgeable and able to help!
Through Life Stages: offers an array of services including but not limited to individual, children, couples and group counseling, crisis intervention, grief and loss therapy and conflict resolution. Dr Kaufman uses state of the art Mental Health Assessments. The Assessment includes a comprehensive social history, referral information, diagnostic impression, significant findings, and recommendations for treatment. A thorough Mental Health Evaluation like this is the best way to help yourself, your child, and your family. As a Professional Counselor Isabel E. Kaufman is experienced, knowledgeable and able to help!
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Jeremy Moot (Doors Open Therapy)
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with both individuals and couples and in either case take the approach of discussing what it means to walk through this world in relation to others. Whether that's a committed relationship to a loved one or the relationship you've developed with a casual co-worker or the relationship you have with your parents or the relationship you have with yourself (how you view and think of yourself); all of these carry deep complexity. And all relationships take work. Finding someone who can help you navigate why you feel stuck in these relationships sometimes, can be relieving, healing, and even life altering.
I love working with both individuals and couples and in either case take the approach of discussing what it means to walk through this world in relation to others. Whether that's a committed relationship to a loved one or the relationship you've developed with a casual co-worker or the relationship you have with your parents or the relationship you have with yourself (how you view and think of yourself); all of these carry deep complexity. And all relationships take work. Finding someone who can help you navigate why you feel stuck in these relationships sometimes, can be relieving, healing, and even life altering.
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My clients come from a variety of experiences including anxious feelings, dark periods of life, intrusive thoughts, and traumatic exposure, to those people who are transitioning in life or working through grief and sorrow. I work with people who have had years of counseling but don't seem to be getting any better and keep going through repetitive cycles. The main factor that connects them all is the desire to heal. There is no need to be aggressive with healing and having to force ourselves to “get over” trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, etc. There is another avenue which encompasses compassion for ourselves and for others.
My clients come from a variety of experiences including anxious feelings, dark periods of life, intrusive thoughts, and traumatic exposure, to those people who are transitioning in life or working through grief and sorrow. I work with people who have had years of counseling but don't seem to be getting any better and keep going through repetitive cycles. The main factor that connects them all is the desire to heal. There is no need to be aggressive with healing and having to force ourselves to “get over” trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, etc. There is another avenue which encompasses compassion for ourselves and for others.
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Marlene Bowman Sexton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226
Feeling better about yourself, your life and others around you are all big steps toward getting healthier. Helping patients get past life-disrupting issues and get back on track to living happier, more fulfilling lives.
Feeling better about yourself, your life and others around you are all big steps toward getting healthier. Helping patients get past life-disrupting issues and get back on track to living happier, more fulfilling lives.
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Courtney Shrum
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA 98226 (Online Only)
From the outside you’ve got your shit together, but inside you are exhausted. You show up and do what needs to be done to the best of your ability but all while feeling this internal dread you can’t quite shake. You constantly feel like you are having to adjust to fit into everyone else’s expectations of you. No seriously, you probably feel like a chameleon of some sort always changing to fit in. And the higher your stress climbs the more you reach for coping skills that don’t bring you any real sense of relief. You feel like you are going crazy and may have even googled your symptoms to try to figure what’s wrong with you.
From the outside you’ve got your shit together, but inside you are exhausted. You show up and do what needs to be done to the best of your ability but all while feeling this internal dread you can’t quite shake. You constantly feel like you are having to adjust to fit into everyone else’s expectations of you. No seriously, you probably feel like a chameleon of some sort always changing to fit in. And the higher your stress climbs the more you reach for coping skills that don’t bring you any real sense of relief. You feel like you are going crazy and may have even googled your symptoms to try to figure what’s wrong with you.
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Number of Therapists in Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA
20+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA who prioritize treating:
92% | Stress |
88% | Depression |
88% | Anxiety |
79% | Coping Skills |
75% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | Premera Blue Cross |
78% | Aetna |
67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Mount Baker, Bellingham, WA see their clients
58% | Online Only | |
42% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
27% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.