Therapists in New York, NY
Katelyn Zhinin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021 (Online Only)
Katelyn supports journeys to emotional clarity, trauma healing and self discovery. As a first gen queer Latina graduate from Columbia University, she is passionate about providing unconditional positive regard to adults to help them understand their struggles with anxious symptoms, trauma experiences and tough life changes. Her approach is person centered and non judgmental, meeting you where you are in this moment in time to elevate your best self. Finding space to exist is difficult, Katelyn can provide a welcoming space where you will feel heard and accepted
Katelyn supports journeys to emotional clarity, trauma healing and self discovery. As a first gen queer Latina graduate from Columbia University, she is passionate about providing unconditional positive regard to adults to help them understand their struggles with anxious symptoms, trauma experiences and tough life changes. Her approach is person centered and non judgmental, meeting you where you are in this moment in time to elevate your best self. Finding space to exist is difficult, Katelyn can provide a welcoming space where you will feel heard and accepted
Andrew Triska, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
Have you struggled to find a therapist who affirms your identity, respects your history, -and- challenges you to face your fears? Whether you’re coping with anxiety or OCD, exploring your gender, or looking to strengthen your relationships, you deserve specialized care with an experienced, queer- and trans-identified, trauma-informed psychotherapist. My practice focuses on anxiety and related disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding, especially in queer/trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.
Have you struggled to find a therapist who affirms your identity, respects your history, -and- challenges you to face your fears? Whether you’re coping with anxiety or OCD, exploring your gender, or looking to strengthen your relationships, you deserve specialized care with an experienced, queer- and trans-identified, trauma-informed psychotherapist. My practice focuses on anxiety and related disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding, especially in queer/trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.
Ayda Akbelen
Counselor, MA, MSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Are you feeling unhappy at work or overwhelmed with life demands? You may be in a stressful situation dealing with difficult work relationship and too many responsibilities. Although achievement may be important to you, if things don't change you may be facing burnout. Would you like to explore options to achieve your personal and professional goals with less stress and anxiety? I specialize in working with individuals in demanding fields to figure out creative solutions to life's challenges. I can also help you to make the right career moves, position yourself for career advancement and work towards life/work balance.
Are you feeling unhappy at work or overwhelmed with life demands? You may be in a stressful situation dealing with difficult work relationship and too many responsibilities. Although achievement may be important to you, if things don't change you may be facing burnout. Would you like to explore options to achieve your personal and professional goals with less stress and anxiety? I specialize in working with individuals in demanding fields to figure out creative solutions to life's challenges. I can also help you to make the right career moves, position yourself for career advancement and work towards life/work balance.
Adam Stern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
Our species is unique: we’re storytellers. Some write novels or films, others are great raconteurs. But we all create stories about our lives, filtered through the lens of experience. These stories affect how we relate to others and the choices we make. At the core of my practice is the intention to help you recognize the stories you tell yourself. Through a collaborative process you’ll gain an understanding of why you create counter-productive or harmful narratives. Being able to identify these tendencies will enable you to change your perceptions of yourself and others and guide you to make more fulfilling choices.
Our species is unique: we’re storytellers. Some write novels or films, others are great raconteurs. But we all create stories about our lives, filtered through the lens of experience. These stories affect how we relate to others and the choices we make. At the core of my practice is the intention to help you recognize the stories you tell yourself. Through a collaborative process you’ll gain an understanding of why you create counter-productive or harmful narratives. Being able to identify these tendencies will enable you to change your perceptions of yourself and others and guide you to make more fulfilling choices.
Marina Lenderman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Are you experiencing new emotional distress - like the discovery of a mood disorder, career transition or relationships stressors? Are you interested in learning about your response to these changes and developing tools to help you cope? My goal is to provide a collaborative atmosphere in which people can openly explore their feelings, better understand their personalities, and reach new resolutions. Using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches, I can help you identify solutions that will help you lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Are you experiencing new emotional distress - like the discovery of a mood disorder, career transition or relationships stressors? Are you interested in learning about your response to these changes and developing tools to help you cope? My goal is to provide a collaborative atmosphere in which people can openly explore their feelings, better understand their personalities, and reach new resolutions. Using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches, I can help you identify solutions that will help you lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Dan Tarplin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
Our internal narratives about who we want to be, and how we want to live our lives, too often do not align with our real, lived experiences. If things are not feeling right to you, and you are struggling in any aspect of your life, a skilled empathetic therapist can help. By gaining insight and understanding into what is keeping you stuck and struggling, you can begin to lead a life that feels more true to who you want to be.. With a commitment to helping people live better lives, I create a caring, challenging space for you to start making real and significant change.
Our internal narratives about who we want to be, and how we want to live our lives, too often do not align with our real, lived experiences. If things are not feeling right to you, and you are struggling in any aspect of your life, a skilled empathetic therapist can help. By gaining insight and understanding into what is keeping you stuck and struggling, you can begin to lead a life that feels more true to who you want to be.. With a commitment to helping people live better lives, I create a caring, challenging space for you to start making real and significant change.
Mina Khan
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10023
I work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship issues. I have a special interest in the area of transitions- starting or graduating from highs school/college, getting engaged, getting married, dealing with divorce, beginning a new job, moving and adjusting to a new environment or experiencing a health issue. I use a relational psychodynamic approach along with the behavioral approach of DBT as needed. I am committed to helping clients fully process change, build resilience and implement strategies to successfully navigate life transitions.
I work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship issues. I have a special interest in the area of transitions- starting or graduating from highs school/college, getting engaged, getting married, dealing with divorce, beginning a new job, moving and adjusting to a new environment or experiencing a health issue. I use a relational psychodynamic approach along with the behavioral approach of DBT as needed. I am committed to helping clients fully process change, build resilience and implement strategies to successfully navigate life transitions.
Valentina Zuric, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Your thoughts are racing, stuck on replay. Your inner critic is winning. Life feels meaningless and exhausting. You want to escape reality. Feeling scared of vulnerability and hiding who you really are is wearing on you. Your relationships are draining. It feels like you're carrying around a body bag full of fears and insecurities. Feeling like a prisoner to your past is exhausting, too. Let’s face it: feeling confused, lost, and stuck has gotten old. Fortunately, you've come to the right place. Therapy can help. Life can be hard and feel overwhelming at times, but you don't have to live in pain.
Your thoughts are racing, stuck on replay. Your inner critic is winning. Life feels meaningless and exhausting. You want to escape reality. Feeling scared of vulnerability and hiding who you really are is wearing on you. Your relationships are draining. It feels like you're carrying around a body bag full of fears and insecurities. Feeling like a prisoner to your past is exhausting, too. Let’s face it: feeling confused, lost, and stuck has gotten old. Fortunately, you've come to the right place. Therapy can help. Life can be hard and feel overwhelming at times, but you don't have to live in pain.
Jenifer Foote
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Quite simply, I understand the radical value of therapy. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community with a background in the performing arts and a life devoted to mindfulness practice, I recognize how the healing tools cultivated in therapy can sustainably impact your resiliency. Just as you might strengthen and maintain your physical body through time devoted to exercise, consistent focus on your attitudinal muscles can strengthen your connection to yourself and others; this is the key to a holistic and balanced lifestyle.
Quite simply, I understand the radical value of therapy. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community with a background in the performing arts and a life devoted to mindfulness practice, I recognize how the healing tools cultivated in therapy can sustainably impact your resiliency. Just as you might strengthen and maintain your physical body through time devoted to exercise, consistent focus on your attitudinal muscles can strengthen your connection to yourself and others; this is the key to a holistic and balanced lifestyle.
Victoria Blumberg
Licensed Psychoanalyst, RDT, LCAT, LP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
You’re here! Perhaps it’s your intuition saying you’re ready to get to know yourself more. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stuck, confused, and lonely, trying to break old cycles, yet finding yourself repeating the loop again and again. Whatever brings you to this page, welcome! As a trauma-informed therapist and psychoanalyst, I offer a safe space to explore all the parts of you, building awareness around where your unhealthy patterns were born, why they continue, and work towards breaking them.
You’re here! Perhaps it’s your intuition saying you’re ready to get to know yourself more. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stuck, confused, and lonely, trying to break old cycles, yet finding yourself repeating the loop again and again. Whatever brings you to this page, welcome! As a trauma-informed therapist and psychoanalyst, I offer a safe space to explore all the parts of you, building awareness around where your unhealthy patterns were born, why they continue, and work towards breaking them.
Bryan Batista-Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I often work with individuals who do not know themselves, experience feelings of emptiness and dread, suffer with fears and phobias, have difficulties around their sexuality and/or gender, and suffer with physical ailments not otherwise explained by medicine. My work and style is marked by a deep openness to experience and a revisiting of emotions and memories in a nonjudgmental and collaborative environment. In this jointly created space, we’ll work toward possible goals such as: stopping repetitive destructive behaviors, achieving satisfying relationships, and reaching your creative, emotional and professional potential.
I often work with individuals who do not know themselves, experience feelings of emptiness and dread, suffer with fears and phobias, have difficulties around their sexuality and/or gender, and suffer with physical ailments not otherwise explained by medicine. My work and style is marked by a deep openness to experience and a revisiting of emotions and memories in a nonjudgmental and collaborative environment. In this jointly created space, we’ll work toward possible goals such as: stopping repetitive destructive behaviors, achieving satisfying relationships, and reaching your creative, emotional and professional potential.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10014 (Online Only)
Do you have feelings of anxiety, depression, instability, or codependency within your relationships? Do you want to find the right partner(s) or improve your current relationship but are stuck in dating cycles that aren't working? Are you grieving a breakup and wanting to find ways of healing and finding yourself again? Have you experienced negative dynamics in previous relationships or with family? Are you feeling disconnected and frustrated in your marriage but don't know if change is possible? Are you tired of having the same fights over and over again? Something has to change and you want to find the right way to move forward.
Do you have feelings of anxiety, depression, instability, or codependency within your relationships? Do you want to find the right partner(s) or improve your current relationship but are stuck in dating cycles that aren't working? Are you grieving a breakup and wanting to find ways of healing and finding yourself again? Have you experienced negative dynamics in previous relationships or with family? Are you feeling disconnected and frustrated in your marriage but don't know if change is possible? Are you tired of having the same fights over and over again? Something has to change and you want to find the right way to move forward.
Dr. Olivia Mora-Lett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
I am a private psychotherapist that utilizes a holistic, person centered, strength-based approach to help you heal from inside-out, at your own pace, and own comfort level. I will help you resolve inner conflicts that affect your life and help you achieve life balance. I draw from various treatment approaches such as attachment based, CBT, Object Relations, and Psychodynamic psychotherapy. With over 16 years of clinical experience, my main goal is to offer you a consistent and predictable therapeutic space to help you achieve a more balanced life.
I am a private psychotherapist that utilizes a holistic, person centered, strength-based approach to help you heal from inside-out, at your own pace, and own comfort level. I will help you resolve inner conflicts that affect your life and help you achieve life balance. I draw from various treatment approaches such as attachment based, CBT, Object Relations, and Psychodynamic psychotherapy. With over 16 years of clinical experience, my main goal is to offer you a consistent and predictable therapeutic space to help you achieve a more balanced life.
Lenore H Migdal
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
Not accepting new clients
Do you want to feel good about yourself in the world; find joys of partnership, love, marriage? Are you in pain due to loss of loved ones; struggling with separation or divorce? Perhaps you need more confidence. Or you need some help with your children. As people age, they often need help with fears of illness, or death for themselves and their loved ones. If any of these issues speak to you, I'm here for you. I work with people of all races, religious affiliations and with the LGBTQ community. I have been referred to as a healing presence.
Do you want to feel good about yourself in the world; find joys of partnership, love, marriage? Are you in pain due to loss of loved ones; struggling with separation or divorce? Perhaps you need more confidence. Or you need some help with your children. As people age, they often need help with fears of illness, or death for themselves and their loved ones. If any of these issues speak to you, I'm here for you. I work with people of all races, religious affiliations and with the LGBTQ community. I have been referred to as a healing presence.
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MA, MHC-LP, MBA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
Lauren is a highly skilled Mental Health Counselor (Limited Permit) who obtained a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from New York University and a Masters of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins. Lauren approaches her work with warmth, compassion, and a results driven style. Lauren especially enjoys working with individuals struggling with life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, family dynamics, phase-of-life issues, trauma, and self-worth and she finds immense joy in helping people gain greater insights into one another to unlock deeper levels of connection in their relationships.
Lauren is a highly skilled Mental Health Counselor (Limited Permit) who obtained a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from New York University and a Masters of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins. Lauren approaches her work with warmth, compassion, and a results driven style. Lauren especially enjoys working with individuals struggling with life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, family dynamics, phase-of-life issues, trauma, and self-worth and she finds immense joy in helping people gain greater insights into one another to unlock deeper levels of connection in their relationships.
Kendra Ganley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
“-I am a Resilience Lab therapist-” No one should have to suffer in isolation. I invite you to a non-judgmental, explorative and trauma-informed space to explore the root causes of your distress. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults experiencing mood disorders, substance use, trauma, psychosis, co-occurring disorders and criminal legal involvement. I ground my work in a social justice framework that investigates the ways in which oppressive systems impact mental health and relationships.
“-I am a Resilience Lab therapist-” No one should have to suffer in isolation. I invite you to a non-judgmental, explorative and trauma-informed space to explore the root causes of your distress. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults experiencing mood disorders, substance use, trauma, psychosis, co-occurring disorders and criminal legal involvement. I ground my work in a social justice framework that investigates the ways in which oppressive systems impact mental health and relationships.
Sarah Sayres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Many of the clients who I have had the privilege to work with in the past had been experiencing a wide scope of diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, various personality disorders, neurodevelopment disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. With all my clients I have been able to form strong rapport which has turned into a strong therapeutic relationship and alliance. I have watched my clients make incredible strides and create and maintain a positive change within their lives.
Hello and welcome! Many of the clients who I have had the privilege to work with in the past had been experiencing a wide scope of diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, various personality disorders, neurodevelopment disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. With all my clients I have been able to form strong rapport which has turned into a strong therapeutic relationship and alliance. I have watched my clients make incredible strides and create and maintain a positive change within their lives.
Jasmin Kwok
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011 (Online Only)
There are times when we feel blocked and feel unsatisfied with ourselves or with our relationships. I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual therapy to young adults and adults. I work with clients with various concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, relationship issues, and navigating identity. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship and space that is built on openness, authenticity, and empathy. Together then, we work to bridge the past and present, and we develop intentional choices and behaviors that allow you to be the best version of yourself.
There are times when we feel blocked and feel unsatisfied with ourselves or with our relationships. I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual therapy to young adults and adults. I work with clients with various concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, relationship issues, and navigating identity. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship and space that is built on openness, authenticity, and empathy. Together then, we work to bridge the past and present, and we develop intentional choices and behaviors that allow you to be the best version of yourself.
Nina Rapaport
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011 (Online Only)
My belief is that if we can change the way we think, we can change the way we feel. As a relatable and intuitive therapist, my primary goal of treatment is to provide you with an exploratory environment that will facilitate you in understanding your current thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and how they affect your daily life and general sense of self. Some values that I bring to each session are transparency, exploration, curiosity, humor and novel insight. In working with me, you will be challenged, appropriately guided, and sometimes even laugh while you learn some new and interesting things about yourself.
My belief is that if we can change the way we think, we can change the way we feel. As a relatable and intuitive therapist, my primary goal of treatment is to provide you with an exploratory environment that will facilitate you in understanding your current thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and how they affect your daily life and general sense of self. Some values that I bring to each session are transparency, exploration, curiosity, humor and novel insight. In working with me, you will be challenged, appropriately guided, and sometimes even laugh while you learn some new and interesting things about yourself.
Abrille Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times. I create a safe and affirming space. I believe in using a strength-based approach to assist you in overcoming challenging thoughts, feelings and actions. I have years of experience as a psychotherapist working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma-related symptoms. I know how difficult it can be to find a Black therapist who feels like a good fit! I have worked with marginalized populations who face struggles related to microaggressions, discrimination in the workplace, and various other trauma.
Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times. I create a safe and affirming space. I believe in using a strength-based approach to assist you in overcoming challenging thoughts, feelings and actions. I have years of experience as a psychotherapist working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma-related symptoms. I know how difficult it can be to find a Black therapist who feels like a good fit! I have worked with marginalized populations who face struggles related to microaggressions, discrimination in the workplace, and various other trauma.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in New York, NY
3,000+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in New York, NY who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
85% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Stress |
64% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | Aetna |
62% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
60% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in New York, NY see their clients
59% | In Person and Online | |
41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in New York?
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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.