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Index of Therapy Groups


Abuse--Circle of Healing

ADHD Adults

AMH Men's Therapy Group

Anxiety Management for Children

Co-ed psychotherapy group in Bellevue (ongoing, continuous)

Co-ed psychotherapy group in Seattle (ongoing, continuous)

Co-Ed Personal Development Groups (Men & Women)

Diabetic Women in Menopause

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Group - Bellevue, WA

Healing Relationships

Men's Therapy and Support Group and Intensive Weekend Retreats

Motherless Daughters--Reclaim Your Life

Parents Dealing with Chemically Addicted Adult Children

Questioning Your Sexuality? Coming Out?

Rape Survivors Support Group

Sexual Assault--Healing after having been Drugged

Social Skills for Children, Youth and Teens

Support Group for Women with Children

Survivors of Suicide (SOS) Grief Group

Wellness Support Group

Women Over Forty

Women's Mindfulness Group

Women's Sexuality Support Group
  

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 Circle Of Healing from Abuse

Who Should Participate: Tuesday: Circle of Healing is a group in Seattle for Healing from chronic Verbal & other Emotional abuse. Did you grow up in a family where there was chronic Verbal Abuse? Have you been in a partnership with someone who was Emotionally Abusive? The chronic stress of living with an Emotionally Abusive Parent, Partner, or Boss can lead to mental and physical health problems. Like many others, you may be experiencing some of the following PTSD symptoms: depression and/or anxiety (maybe mild and recurrent), flashbacks, marked distress or phobia of stimuli related to the abuse, intrusive thoughts of abuse, numbing, isolation, anger management or other behavioral control issues, difficulties concentrating, exaggerated startle response, and sense of diminished future. Group therapy provides support for survivors of abusive relationships, who often feel isolated in their distress. The Circle of Healing provides members with a ToolKit for managing and alleviating symptoms of abuse. The symptoms require a specific set of skills. The most efficient way of learning these skills is in a group setting. Without the skills needed to alleviate PTSD symptoms, progress is very slow and uneven. See Group Therapy at http://www.CircleOfHealing.us

Dates/Times Offered: Tuesday Evening Group
Screening Fee: $100
Fee: $50 per week
Facilitator qualifications: Noreen Wedman, M.S., L.M.H.C.A.
Contact: Noreen Wedman (206) 428-8512
[ Email Noreen Wedman ]


Co-Ed Personal Development Groups

Who Should Participate: We are a longtime, well-married, highly experienced co-therapist team. Our groups can help with “emotional and social intelligence” both critical to personal and career success. These high functioning co-ed groups ideally consist of four men and four women, matched to life stage and educational level & the two of us as co-leaders. They are exciting, challenging and fun. Each person learns from everyone else, and the opportunities to acquire the art of intimate, authentic communication are unrivaled. We work hard to achieve an atmosphere of safety, caring, intimacy, acceptance, introspection, and interpersonal transparency and honesty. These groups are for people seriously interested in improving their personal lives AND their interpersonal relationships. Additionally they can help with: • Building the true foundations of your self-esteem • Establishing appropriate boundaries • Forming a clear and confident identity • Living your deepest values & principles • Developing the skills of healthy and happy living • Creating intimacy and independence in your romantic relationships • Establishing meaning & integrity in your work life • Managing your thinking, moods, & behavior • Learning excellent communication skills • Solving problems of daily living • Alleviating social anxiety Free initial get acquainted interview. Please call 206-367-0756

Dates/Times Offered: Bi-Monthly
Screening Fee: Sliding Scale
Fee: $Sliding Scale
Facilitator qualifications: S. John McDonald, M.A.,LMHC & Agnés J. Forrás, LMHC
Contact: S. John McDonald (206) 367-0756
Contact: Agnés J. Forrás (206) 367-0756 forrasmcdonald@comcast.net
[ Email John McDonald ]


 Co-ed psychotherapy group in Bellevue (ongoing, continuous)

Who Should Participate: Groups members vary in age, gender and issues. Some of the issues that bring people to therapy are depression, anger, anxiety, codependency, victimization, poor self esteem, addictions, boundary issues, relationship issues, trauma, and loss. Through the therapy process clients learn to let go of the past and stop worrying about the future. They form new healthy beliefs about themselves and the world and learn to stop self sabotaging behaviors. Clients will do preparatory work with one of us prior to starting group.

Dates/Times Offered:
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Fee: $320/month
Facilitator qualifications: Karuna Poole, MN, ARNP Kathleen Lawrence, MA
Contact: Karuna Poole (206) 722-0878
Contact: Kathleen Lawrence (425) 445-1462 katslaw@comcast.net
[ Email Karuna Poole ]

 Co-ed psychotherapy group in Seattle (ongoing, continuous)

Who Should Participate: Groups members vary in age, gender and issues. Some of the issues that bring people to therapy are depression, anger, anxiety, codependency, victimization, poor self esteem, addictions, boundary issues, relationship issues, trauma, and loss. Through the therapy process clients learn to let go of the past and stop worrying about the future. They form new healthy beliefs about themselves and the world and learn to stop self-sabotaging behaviors. Clients will do preparatory work with one of the group leaders prior to starting group.

Dates/Times Offered:
Wednesday's 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Fee: $320.00
Facilitator qualifications: Karuna Poole, MN, ARNP Vince Horan, MA, D.Min
Contact: Karuna Poole (206) 722-0878
Contact: Vince Horan (253) 536-9161 vhoran@qwestoffice.net
[ Email Karuna Poole ]


 Womens Mindfulness Group

Who Should Participate: This is an on-going therapy group that combines 'mindfulness' training and instruction in meditation techniques within a supportive group environment. The group is open to women who have been in individual therapy for at least a year and wish to enter a reflective, in-depth group process. Women attend the group to address a variety of issues including life changes, anxiety, post-trauma/PTSD, relational issues, physio-emotional stress, creative blocks, addiction recovery, and various other issues having to do with one's 'sense of self'. The group protects each woman's individual process while encouraging her capacity to be more 'present' and relational. The goal is to increase self-confidence and trust while building a stronger, more flexible, and integrated sense of self. Vipassana (also called Insight) meditation technique is used as a structure for individual self-awareness. A screening is required to determine if the group is appropriate for you at this time. Beginners to meditation practice are welcome.

Dates/Times Offered: This group meets twice per month for two hours and is on-going. Wednesday evening openings.
Fee: $150/month
Facilitator qualifications: Teri Nielsen - MA, LMHC
Contact: Teri (425) 882-0444
[ Email Teri Nielsen ]


 Healing Relationships

Who Should Participate: This group is for individuals who value their significant relationships, but all too often find themselves in unproductive and painful patterns. (UPCOMMING SIX WEEK TRAINING GROUP - Dates to be announced - Please see website). Approach is educational and interactive. Participants will gain new skills in how to identify and work with potential problem areas such as differences in communication styles, mismatched agendas, ways in which we impact one another, boundary issues, and sharing personal issues such as depression, anxiety, loss, anger, shame, low self esteem and family of origin issues. In a safe, facilitated setting, participants learn to listen to others and express themselves in new ways that enhance empathy, reciprocity, personal meaningfulness, and healing of old wounds. TELEPHONE: (425) 771-6025 or (206) 306-9030. MY WEBSITE: www.hcurtistherapy.com

Dates/Times Offered:
Tuesday Evenings, Dates to be announced, from 7:00 to 8:15
Fee: $120 for 6 sessions
Facilitator qualifications: Harland Curtis, MS,LMHC
Contact: Harland Curtis (425) 771-6025
[ Email Harland Curtis ]



Reclaiming Your Life As A Motherless Daughter

Who Should Participate: This 12 week group is designed for motherless daughters. Using Hope Edelman's book as a guide participants explore who their mothers were as women, how mother loss has affected their lives and how to bring their mother's presence back into their lives.

Dates/Times Offered: Thursday Evenings 7:30 -8:30 and Monday Evenings 7:30-8:30
Screening Fee: $25.00
Fee: $25.00 per session
Facilitator qualifications: Paige Tangney M.Ed. LMHCA
Contact: Paige Tangney (206) 227-6294  [ Email Paige Tangney ]


Healing from sexual assault after being drugged

Who Should Participate: How can I face what I can't remember? This group is specifically for those who have been unknowingly drugged and have woken up the next day confused and unsure whether they were assaulted. As time passes you still can’t remember all of what happened but small flashbacks and pain to your body makes you more certain you were assaulted. Meeting weekly this group will provide a safe place to talk with others who have experienced your unique trauma and together we will discover healing through discussions and community. A pre-screening session is required to see if this group is right for you and the timing of your healing process. Groups will be run in 6 week sessions.

Dates/Times Offered: Tuesday's 7-8:30pm
Screening Fee: $50.00
Fee: $50.00
Facilitator qualifications: LICSW
Contact: Doris Bartel, LICSW (206) 683-2742  [ Email Doris Bartel ]


Social Skills for Children, Youth and Teens

Who Should Participate: This group is designed to provide children, youth and teens with the social skills they need to be successful at developing friendships, succeeding at school and improving relationships with their family. Using curricula based on the work of Michele Garcia Winner, participants learn how to "think social" which is easily generalizable to every aspect of their lives. Group is co-led by an experienced school psychologist and a licensed mental health counselor. Parent education and support is built into the program and school consultation is also available.

Dates/Times Offered: Saturdays, 9a.m.-10 a.m. for 1st and 2nd grade, 10 a.m. -11 a.m. for 3rd through 5th grade , 1p.m. -2p.m. for middle school and 2p.m.-3p.m. for teens.
Screening Fee: $75.00
Fee: $60.00
Facilitator qualifications: Paige Tangney M.Ed. LMHCA.and Patricia Dawson LMHC
Contact: Paige Tangney (206) 227-6294  [ Email Paige Tangney ]


Anxiety Management for Children

Who Should Participate: Children ages 8-12 with anxiety issues. Participants will learn to identify their anxious thought patterns and understand the connection between thoughts and feelings. Children participating will also learn how to recognize when they are anxious and learn relaxation techniques and coping strategies. Sessions will include a short parent education session at the end of each session with written materials included.

Dates/Times Offered: 5:30 on Mondays
Screening Fee: $25.00
Fee: $25.00
Facilitator qualifications: Paige Tangney M.Ed. LMHCA
Contact: Paige Tangney (206) 227-6294  [ Email Paige Tangney ]


ADHD Adults

Who Should Participate: Treatment would assist adults with ADHD on dealing with boredom, simplifying day to day life, evaluating their decision making strategies, getting their environments organized and dealing with overcommitment.

Dates/Times Offered: Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Screening Fee: $25.00
Fee: $25.00
Facilitator qualifications: Paige Tangney M.Ed. LMHCA
Contact: Paige Tangney (206) 227-6294  [ Email Paige Tangney ]


Men's Therapy and Support Group and Intensive Weekend Retreats

Who Should Participate: I conduct an ongoing "Men's Support and Therapy Group," and also hold "Men's Intensive Weekend Retreats."  If you are a man who has lost or is losing confidence in yourself, struggling with your personal and professional relationships, unhappy in your life choices, and longing for a life full of joy, relaxation, abundance, and fulfillment, then consider my men's groups and retreats.

My Ongoing Men's Group meets twice per month on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The cost is $135 per month, and may be covered by your health insurance. The group covers a variety of issues and is open ended - men join and leave when they wish. Call me at 206-232-9474 for more information.

My next Men's Weekend Retreat begins Friday November 20, 2009 at 7:00 PM and ends Sunday Sunday November 22, 2009 at 4:00 PM. We will spend the weekend exploring our experience of "need shock" and "need shame" and releasing need denial and unhealthy need expression. We will practice meditation exercises, hypnotherapy processes, and breath work to open ourselves to our basic male needs learning Gentle Ferocity in having our needs met, while opening our hearts to others with Fierce Gentleness. The cost is $275 tuition. If you bring a friend or relative, you can both register for $225 each. Fees for room and board are $250 (plus $25 gratuity for the cooks) and will be collected two weeks prior to the event. Please go to www.speigeltherapy.com/Event.html to download a flier or to register.

Dates/Times Offered: Group--Twice per month Wednesday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Next Retreat November 20-22, 2009
Fee: $135.00 per month
Facilitator qualifications: Robert Speigel, LiCSW
Contact: Rob Speigel (206) 232-9474  [ Email Robert Speigel ]


 Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Skills Groups - Bellevue, WA

Who Should Participate: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a method of treatment that has been shown to be very helpful for persons who have difficulty with unhealthy behavior patterns and mood regulation issues. The effectiveness of DBT has been demonstrated in many controlled studies across different research groups. Practical DBT exercises for learning Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation and Distress Tolerance. All groups have open registration and are limited to a maximum of 8 persons at any given time. These groups are provided by Kelley Nay, MS and DBT therapist Janette Howarth, Ph.D., who trained with Marsha Linehan, Ph.D. Take home materials are provided. We offer 2 differnt groups. (1) DBT Skills Group: Wednesdays 5-7pm, 16 weekly sessions, $70 per 2 hour session; (2) Advanced DBT Skills Group: Wednesdays 10am-11am, open to individuals who have already completed a DBT Skills Group, $70 per 2 hour session; For more information or to schedule a free, in-person pre-screening session, please call Dr. Howarth at 206-383-2524 or Kelley Nay at 425-681-9272.

Dates/Times Offered:
Skills Group:Wednesdays 5-7pm; Advanced Skills Group:Wednesdays 10am-11am;
Fee: $70/session
Facilitator qualifications: Janette Howarth, Ph.D. Kelley Nay, M.S., LMFT-A
Contact: Dr. Janette Howarth (206) 383-2524
Contact: Kelley Nay (425) 681-9272 kelley@lifematterscounseling.com
[ Email Kelley Nay ]

Survivors of Suicide (SOS) Grief Group

Who Should Participate: Any adult (18+) who has lost someone to suicide. When a person commits suicide--or even attempts suicide--friends and loved ones  are often left feeling confused and guilty.  They may, suffer from depression and unexpressed grief, and may experience increase dependence on alcohol and drugs to help cope with their feelings.  This group is designed to provide a safe, sane way for friends and loved ones to deal with their feelings.  You are welcome here.

Dates/Times Offered:
2nd & 4th Monday of the month 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Fee: $20.00
Facilitator qualifications: James Bederaux-Cayne, MA, LMHC
Contact: James Bederaux-Cayne, MA, LMHC (206) 898-9366
[ Email James Bederaux-Cayne ]



Parent's dealing with Chemically
Addicted Adult Children

Who Should Participate: Dealing with a chemically dependent adult child is difficult. It is normal for a parent to want to help their child but tend to have difficulty knowing when helping is actually hurting. This group is a combination of education and group process. It will help you to set healthy boundaries, learn to stop doing things that are not effective, and give you a place where others understand and will support you.

Dates/Times Offered: Tuesdays's 6:30 to 8:00.
Fee: $50.00
Facilitator qualifications: Debbie Bayer LMFT
Contact: Debbie Bayer (425) 822-3425
[ Email Debbie Bayer ]



Questioning Your Sexuality? Coming Out?

Who Should Participate: Wish you had a safe, supportive environment to talk abut the unique challanges that face those who don't feel heterosexual? Thinking about coming out? Feeling alone? Come join a small, confidential, supportive group of people who are going through similar struggles. Led by two experienced, licensed therapists whose main goals are to help you love and accept yourself more freely and deeply. Don't face 2010 alone! Start the New Year off right by getting the support you need! Space is limited-only two spots left, so contact us today! Starts January 6th, 2010

Dates/Times Offered: Meets Weekly for 12 weeks on Wednesday's @ 7-830pm
Fee: $50/per group
Facilitator qualifications: Jessica Richter, MA, LMHCDan Woodard, MA, LMHC
Contact: Jesica Richter (206) 818-6318
[ Email Jessica Richter ]



Women over 40 who never had children

Who Should Participate: Come join a community of women in a 6 week exploration group. The purpose of this group is to support women to explore what it means to not follow the path usually chosen by women in this society. While grief can be a part of this journey, the freedom we have, and what we chose to do with that freedom, is a major characteristic of this group. The 6 weeks cover: • Who am I as a woman who never had kids? • Lost & found: Dreams, roles & relationships • Body image and menopause • How do I care for myself when I become an elder? • Do I need to grieve? • What will I leave this world? The group is led by Jane B.G. Tornatore, PhD, (www.doctortornatore.com) who is committed to helping people shift old patterns so they can lead a freer life. “Thanks once again for creating a nurturing environment for our support group. I received so much insight and awareness from the sharing, and I especially enjoyed the exercises and rituals. You are fabulous at creating room for exploration and possibility within a safe, structured environment.” “I would recommend Jane’s group to every woman. She brings up very deep issues that are worth looking at and sharing in a supportive group. I felt very safe in this group because of the skill Jane brought to it. I would even take this class again.” “Jane is warm, brave, insightful and funny—a great combination for a deep, meaningful conversation for you or women you know.” Sheila Bixler, M.A., C.Ht, Counselor, Hypnotherapist

Dates/Times Offered:
6 sessions, Mondays, Tuesday, or Thursday evenings from 6:15-8:45pm.
Fee: $295
Facilitator qualifications: Jane B.G. Tornatore, PhD
Contact: Jane B.G. Tornatore (206) 769-8108
[ Email Jane Tornatore ]


 Women's Sexuality Support Group

Who Should Participate: This group meets monthly to reflect, write, share, and read as we grow our individual understanding of our sexuality as women. This group is specifically designed for women who are experiencing sexual dysfunction or discomfort and is open to women of any sexual identity and is kept confidential due to its sensitive nature. Limited sliding sale spaces are avaiable. Please contact our facilitator, Gina Senarighi (www.gmsenarighi.com) for more information.

Dates/Times Offered:
Monthly
Fee: $100
Facilitator qualifications: Gina Senarighi, MA, MS, LMCHA, ACC
Contact: Gina Senarighi (206) 799-2339
[ Email Gina Senarighi ]



Support Group for Women With Children

Who Should Participate: Since you became a mom have you wondered where YOU went? This support group is about offering a place to step away from family responsibility for a couple of hours and into a supportive group of women. Some of the topics we'll explore include: the role of mom and our relationship to it; feelings about responsibility; personal, family, societal expectations; who we are other than “mom”; the balance of personal time with all our other demands, and time to explore the unique concerns that each mom brings to the group.

Dates/Times Offered: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30pm for 6 weeks
Fee: $40/session for 6 weeks or $200 in advance
Facilitator qualifications: Gila Fein, M.A., LMHCA
Contact: Gila Fein (425) 941-0190
[ Email Gila Fein ]


 AMH Men's Therapy Group

Who Should Participate: AMH Men's Group is designed for men who seeking support in a group therapy setting. Members with various symptoms are welcome, including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, transitions, separation, bipolar disorder, and others. Groups are facilitated by a masters-level counselor, and are held in SODO/Georgetown/next to Old Rainier Brewery. Sessions include discussion topics, free-form support, and exercises. This group is on-going, and you are welcome to discontinue membership anytime. Please visit www.SeattleGroupTherapy.com for more information, email info@SeattleGroupTherapy.com, or call 877.228.1526.

Dates/Times Offered:
Group meets Tuesday evenings from 7:00 until 8:30pm
Fee: $20 p/session
Facilitator qualifications: Deanna Waters, MA, LMHCA
Contact: Aubra Taylor (877) 228-1526
[ Email Aubra Taylor ]


Rape Survivors Support Group

Who Should Participate: If you are an adult woman who has experienced sexual assault and you are interested in support and ideas for healing from the after-effects, this 10-week group may be right for you! Facilitated by two experienced, licensed therapists who will promote a positive group environment where everyone can participate and benefit.

Dates/Times Offered:
Tuesdays from 6:30-8pm starting in October, 2010.
Fee: $25 per session ($250 total)
Facilitator qualifications: Janet Brodsky, LICSW Jenia Kaplan, LICSW
Contact: Janet (206) 328-4130
[ Email Janet Brodsky ]


 
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Diabetic Women in Menopause

Who Should Participate: In this group, you will find support around changes that come with aging, menopause and managing diabetes.  It is important to get outside of your own world, to connect with others and find support for this daily, sometimes minute-to-minute challenge.  I have been diabetic for 31 years and have had few symptoms from diabetes until pre-menopause and menopause came into my life.  This group will help you track symptoms and make some sense of them.  We will cover stress reduction and learn techniques to decrease stress.  We will also work with improving our approach to life using proven brain techniques that create new neural pathways, so that we may remove traumas, obstacles and create a healthier body.  Verbal and art expression will also be used.  Through this group, you will find a better balance within yourself with intention, focus, and creating the courage to work with your body.  Let's move toward whole health, mind, body and spirit!   Groups will be a 4 week at a time commitment.

Dates/Times Offered: This group will meet weekly (daytime and early evening available – depending on members' schedule.
Fee: $35 per group - insurance accepted. 
Facilitator qualifications: Elizabeth Polasek, MA, LMHC, Group Facilitator for 20 years
Contact: Elizabeth Polasek   (360) 420-2654   [ Email Elizabeth Polasek
]
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 Wellness Support Group

Who Should Participate: Wellness Support Groups are educational support groups for anyone with an ongoing health challenge. Individuals who have benefited from the groups have had a wide range of illnesses or chronic pain. In addition to emotional support, the groups provide practical health and wellness information, stress management, as well as mindfulness relaxation. We also have fun. Chronic illness creates many challenges and can leave you feeling isolated and alone. In a supportive group, you can explore your concerns, build on your strengths, and improve the health you have. See my website for more info: http://SuzanneFoxMSWWellnessGroups.com

Dates/Times Offered:
Tuesdays, 1 pm to 2:30 pm. Next 8 week group starts 9/21/10. There is also a monthly group meeting the first Tuesdays of the month.
Location: Edmonds/Lynnwood area.
Fee: $30/group, $25/prepay. Sliding fee scale available.
Facilitator qualifications: Suzanne A. Fox, MSW, ACSW, LICSW
Contact: Suzanne Fox (425) 773-6902
[ Email Suzanne Fox ]


 
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Olympia WA. Lacey WA. Tumwater WA. Yelm WA.
 
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Cathlamet WA.
 
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Pullman WA. Colfax WA. Palouse WA.
 
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Groups designated as "ongoing and continuous" groups admit new members periodically and members leave when they feel they've accomplished their therapy goals. Groups designated as "educational" or " closed' meet for a indicated time period. This site offers information regarding groups, group therapy, and group therapy professionals throughout the State of Washington. Nothing here should be construed as a suggestion regarding treatment nor as an endorsement of a professional or therapeutic method. Contact the provider regarding their professional qualifications, fees, theoretical orientation, and the appropriateness of the process for the treatment you are seeking.


On Telephone Calls to Therapists

As a webmaster, I frequently call counselors and I am caught off balance when I don't get an answering machine.  I say, "Excuse me, I was expecting to talk to a e and wasn't expecting to talk to a real person!"

Counselors in private practice are small business people--often really small--and usually have no employees.  Counselors usually handle the telephone, counsel individual clients and groups, get the mail, write the letters, do the bookkeeping, market their practices, do the taxes and everything else that needs to be done to stay in business.  Counselors in private practice often see clients in the evening, so it is usually better to call during the day.

All this to explain that when you finally decide to call a counselor and see about joining a therapy group, you will probably get an answering machine.  It may take a couple of days for the counselor to get back to you.  Even if they call you back immediately, if there is another voice on your answering machine they may be afraid that they will be violating your confidentiality if they leave a message for you where someone else may hear them.  So they may have to hang up without leaving a message.  Be sure when you leave your message that you tell the counselor whether it's all right to leave a message when he or she calls back.

And finally, if you don't hear back--please call again.  Leave your name and telephone number.  Say the number slowly and distinctly and say it twice.  I can remember listening to messages as many as twelve times trying to identify all the numbers; Counselors really try, but you've got to do your part too.  Thanks.

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