AFFIDAVIT OF NEIL GILLESPIE

Consultation with Selina Kassels, Ph.D.

STATE OF FLORIDA )

) SS.:
COUNlY OF MARION )

BEFORE ME, this day personally appeared NEIL GILLESPIE, who upon oath deposes

upon personal knowledge and states:

1. I am over the age of eighteen and am competent to testify as to the facts and matters set
forth herein. I make this affidavit upon personal knowledge unless otherwise expressly stated.

2. My name is Neil Gillespie. My date of birth is March 19, 1956.

3. Psychologist Selina Kassels, Ph.D., License No. PY5229, did an initial psychological
evaluation of me on 09/04/1998 and 9/11/1998 at the Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc.

4. A true and correct copy of Dr. Kassels' four (4) page initial psychological evaluation of
me is attached to this affidavit. (The original evaluation appears on blue paper).

5. Selina Kassels, Ph.D. is now deceased, according to the attached Florida Department of
Health license verification page for Dr. Kassels, License No. PY5229.

6. I wrote to Dr. Kassels on September 19, 1998 about medical records and HMO coverage.

7. I faxed Michael A. Greif, Senior Attorney for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation,
(DVR) on October 8, 1998, RE: Gillespie v. Florida DVR, DOAH Case No. 98-3444, informing
him Dr. Kassels and the Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc. were licensed DVR vendors.

8. I faxed Dr. Kassels on October 8, 1998 in part, "After speaking with Mr. Greif...I believe
we have an understanding that DVR will fund an assessment and possible treatment."

9. I provided Dr. Kassels my previous psychological reports and other information on

October 14,1998 and October 17,1998. Copies of my cover letters to Dr. !<assels are attached.

10. Copies of five (5) co-payment receipts from the Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy,
Inc. are attached for my sessions with Dr. Kassels, each for $20, as follows:

No. 194053 from Neil Gillespie for Dr. Kassels, date September 11, 1998
No. 194058 from Neil Gillespie for Dr. !<assels, date September 18, 1998
No. 28274 from Neil Gillespie for Dr. Kassels, date October 20,1998
No. 194088 from Neil Gillespie for Selina !<assels Ph.D., date October 26, 1998
No. 27968 from Neil Gillespie for Dr. Selina Kassels, date February 1, 1999
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Consultation with Selina Kassels, Ph.D.

11. A Statement for Professional Services dated February 18, 1999 from the Florida Center
For Cognitive Therapy, Inc. for my sessions with Dr. Kassels is attached.

12. I wrote Dr. Kassels on October 30, 1998 about a paper titled "Psychotherapy for Persons
with Craniofacial Deformities: Can We Treat Without Theory?" by Bennett & Stanton.

13. I wrote Michael Greenberg Ph.D. on November 13, 1998 about continuing treatment.

14. I was notified on November 25, 1998 that Dr. Kassels was on a medical leave of absence
by letter ofM. Locascio, office manager at the Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc.

15. On December 28, 1998 Dr. Kassels wrote me in part, "I have returned from medical leave
and am resuming my practice at Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy ..."

16. I received a letter March 31, 2004 from Selina Kassels, Ph.D. in response to my letter on
behalf of "Mary", a lady and mother whom I referred to Dr. Kassels for therapy.

17. I am no longer suicidal as Dr. Kassels wrote in her initial psychological evaluation of me.
Ultimately I resolved that issue when I found my calling as an advocate. I decided it was better
to die in service of a cause, for others, to have a good death, to bear witness, to go out fighting.

18. This affidavit replaces my affidavit made May 4, 2017 after I found another file with
more information for Selina Kassels, Ph.D. and the Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc.

19. I hereby waive confidentiality for Dr. Kassels' psychological evaluation of me on

09/04/1998 and 9/11/1998, and the contents of this affidavit.

FURTHER AFFIANT SAYETH NOT.

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me, this l..2....-

day of June 2{H7,
by Neil Gillespie, who is personally known to me, or who has producedEJDnda DnfeflilCR n~
identification and states that he is the person who made this davit and that its contents are
truthful to the best of his knowledge.

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Michael S. Greenberg, Ph.D. Flora zaken-Greenberg. Ph.D.
Ucensed Psychologist Ucensed Psychologist
Executive Director Clinical Director

Initial Evaluation

Name: Neil Gillespie

DOB: 03/19/1956
Date of Evaluation: 09/04/ and 9/11/1998

Patient presented requesting psychotherapy for "problems with school" and

"indifference" experienced with his HMO regarding his request for coverage
of medical claims.

Patient reports that he is currently attending SPJC, pursuing studies for a legal
assistant and that he is also working as an independent consultant doing legal
research. He has a significant medical history and during the past few years
devoted much of his time and energy to obtaining a complex surgical
restoration and repair for a cleft palate. He is currently frustrated that his
medical insurance is not authorizing his request for replacement of part of his
prosthesis. He is also having some uncertainty about his vocational trainitlg
and was asking the administration at SJCP to address his concerns about ail
ethics course in which he felt the instructor was not teaching the course as
described in the curriculum information.

Patient's current symptoms include exacerbation of chronic depression. He

reports depressed mood, fatigue, lack of restful sleep, overeating, ahedonia,
and difficulties concentrating. He refers frequently to a sense of existential
despair about the pwpose and meaning of existence. He admits to chronic
suicidality, with intermittent thoughts ofjumping off a bridge. He is not
certain what keeps him from acting on his thoughts, except a sense that he is
struggling to make sense of life. Patient also describes himself as having

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anxiety symptoms and panic attacks and ties these symptoms to his life-long
experience of living with a disability, a cleft palate--an experience he
describes as "living Hell...constant verbal and physical abuse."

Patient was raised in Bucks County, Penn. His father was a computer
programmer who eventually was technologically unemployed in that field due
to lack of specialized education. The patient has a younger brother who was
in the military and a younger siser who was married and divorced and now
lives with his parents. He describes himself as having "strained
relationships" with his family while he was growing up. He is currently
alienated from his family of origin citing his pursuit of both higher education
and medical care as the reasons why he no longer can communicate with
them. He believes they are unable to support his goals because no one else in
the family has education beyond high school. Also he believes that his
pursuit of medical care now is perceived as "reflecting poorly" on them for
not advocating previously for corrective care during his childhood.

After graduating from high school, patient worked for US Steel and then in
restaurant maagement and car sales. In 1980 he opened his own dealership
which he owned until 1991. Eventually he became very successful financially
and "sold the business for $2 Million dollars"; but then he reinvested in
another car dealership in Philadelphia where he lost the money. During the
time he was in business he employed/or assisted some of his family, stating
they were there "during the good times." He relocated in May of 1993 to the
Tampa Bay area with other family members. After moving to Florida, he was
evaluated psychologically and vocationally through the Office of Vocational
Rehabilitation and reports he is now receiving disability. Patient moved to
Oregon a few years ago to avail himself of the lengthy restorative surgery
with a specialist in cleft palate repair whom he had consulted with in St.
Petersburg. While in Oregon, he completed a B.A. degree in philosophy and
.after spending some additional time on the West Coast he recognized that the
rain contributed to his depression. He packed his belongings in a van, spent
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time "on the road" in California searching for a cite to relocate and after his
van broke down, he returned to St. Petersburg where he now lives by himself.

Patient reports that he had seen a psychiatrist in Philadephia for two years,
Dr. Wainwright, and found that treatment helpful in mobilizing his energy to
focus on reconstructive surgery. He did not wish to authorize release of
previous psychological evaluation at this time. He also speaks of that therapy
addressing "relationship issues". He reports that he contemplated marriage
and that his fiance's family opposed the match. He has not had a serious
relationship in ten years and no longer thinks about any desire to marry. He
has a very strong conviction that he is not meant to "procreate".

Diagnostic Impressions:
Axis I: 300.4 Dysthymic Disorder
309.81 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Axis IT: Deferred (Rule out Personality Disorder)
Axis III: Cleft patate, surgeries to repair deformity
Axis IV: Moderate stress, educational problems, occupational
problems, social isolation, inadequate finances, inadequate
health insurance, estrangement from family
GAF=60

Fonnulatipn: This patient is experiencing a chronic depression. However,

his goals for ~king therapy go beyond symptom reduction. In two sessions
focu~~d primarily on establishing therapeutic goals, it became clearer that liis
deeper is.suQs are very much connected to a deep existential despair, He
revealed that he is writing a book. In many ways he is currently on a quest t~
heal thesetlse of being wouncied and abandoned in his earlier lif~ "when he
had experienced deep trauma. The patient is highly intelligent ~has read
widely)n :psychological/philosoplPcal writings about the meaning and ,.....
purpo~e.oflife. He described himself as having a sens~ of,ha~~~~ed . aJ
post-traumatic stress disorder because of his deformity; aQp. I: bel,~yj thatiris
s~pton1s do fit- ~t 4i~gnosis. The degree to which he is .usitt~ .' .
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intellectualization; however, leads to excessively abstract thinking and he is

somewhat reluctant to address the immediate problem of occupational goals
that are necessary for survival. He also experiences bureuracratic structures
with their impersonal standards, as an affront to his dignity and a rejection of
his needs, that reopens his earlier wounds. He experiences some relief at
having a therapy situation that would support his goals of self-realization but
also a deep distrust of authority and a sense of entitlement that establishing a
therapeutic relationship will be complicated. He is seriously depressed and
chronically suicidal but is not a candidate for a behavioral contract since he
experiences such a contract as superficial. He can benefit from
psychotherapy but needs to establish a realistic contract with clear goals, and
to balance short-term with longer-te~ ff~A\~1

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Selina K~Sels, Ph.D.
'Ligensed Psyc~olo~st
~icens~ No:. PY 00052~
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SELINA KASSELS

License Number: PY5229

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License PY5229
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License Expiration Date 5/31/2014
License Original Issue Date 05/24/1995
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Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2

St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1432

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu

Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

September 19, 1998

VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.
Florida Center for Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580, Suite 103
Clearwater, FL 33761

Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Dear Dr. Kassels:

Concerning the provision of my medical records, I have decided not to release them at this
time. After considering the matter, I do not believe it would facilitate my current
objectives. In addition, until the HMO approves more sessions, it may be futile.

Regarding the HMO and approval for treatment, I am concerned about scheduling more
appointments until this matter is resolved. What happens ifwe meet, and then the HMO
declines payment? Am I responsible for the full fee? Please advise.

I spoke with Amy on September 17 (the day preceding my last session) inquiring ifmore
sessions had been approved by the HMO. She assumed they did, saying you would have
contacted me otherwise. Because of past problems I encountered with the HMO and its
failure to provide treatment approval, I want to resolve this issue before meeting again.

Please feel free to contact me concerning these matters. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Neil J. Gillespie
 Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1434

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu
Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

October 8, 1998

VIA FAX (850) 414-7510

Michael A. Greif: Senior Attorney
Office ofthe General Counsel
The Hartman Bldg., Suite 307
2012 Capital Circle, SE
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2189

Telephone: (850) 488-9370

RE: Gillespie v. Florida DYR, DOAH Case No. 98-3444

Dear Mr. Greif:

The following is the licensed therapist and DVR vendor whom we discussed:

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.

License # PY0005229

Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc.

2745 State Road 580, Suite 103
Clearwater, FL 33761
Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Thank you for your attention.

Sincerely,

Neil J. Gillespie

cc: Selina Kassels, Ph.D.

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Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2

St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1432

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu

Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

October 8, 1998

VIA FAX (727) 791-4567

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.
Florida Center for Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580, Suite 103

Clearwater, FL 33761

Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Dear Dr. Kassels:

After speaking with Mr. Greif(see accompanying document), I believe we have an

understanding that DVR will fund an assessment and possible treatment.

Mr. Greifwill confer with his client (DVR) and get back to us.

Thanks again for your support.

Sincerely,

attachment

 Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2

St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1432

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu

Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

October 14, 1998

VIA HAND DELIVERY

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.
Florida Center for Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580, Suite 103
Clearwater, FL 33761

Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Dear Dr. Kassels:

Enclosed you will find copies of my previous psychological reports and other information
you may find helpful in assessing/treating me. Here is a list of what is enclosed:

1. Medical history, Neil J. Gillespie

2. Psychology paper: "Psychotherapy for Persons with Craniofacial Deformities: Can

We Treat Without Theory?" by Bennett & Stanton

3. Psychological evaluation by Mark C. Klisch, Ph.D., 6/8/93 and 6/24/93

4. Psychological evaluation by Mark Justice, Ph.D., 1/10/94

5. Psychological consultation by Mark Justice, Ph.D., 3/7/94

6. Psychiatric examination by Timothy Earnest, M.D./PSY, August 3, 1996

7. Vocational screening by DVR, March, 1994

8. Individualized Written Rehabilitation Program (IWRP) by DVR, March 29, 1994.

9. Vocational screening by Boley Centers, July 17, 1997

10. Operation PAR screening, January 13, 1998 (initiated and paid for by me)

11. Florida Department ofLaw Enforcement search (initiated and paid for by me)

12. Written narrative academic transcript, The Evergreen State College

13. Academic transcript, Portland State University

14. Academic transcript, University of Pennsylvania

15. Letter from Florida State Representative Margo Fischer

16. Scholarship letter of recommendation, Professor Susan Demers, St. Petersburg

Junior College, June 2, 1998

17. Letter from Bradley Bridge, April 24, 1997

18. Letter and certificate, volunteer work, Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary

19. Letter from Terry Silver, my former accountant, December 13, 1991

20. Letter from my former lawyer, Mark Kamleiter, to DVR (March 17, 1997) that
provides insight to the issues at hand.

21. Photo of me and friend Dr. L~ taken June 12, 1994. As you can see from the
photo, I gained significant weight (about 100 pounds). Also attached is a letter
from Dr. Li inviting me to work at his hospital in PRC. I want the photos back,
and ask that you return them on October 20 when we meet next.

As you can see, there is quite a bit ofinfonnation here. In addition, I authorized Mr.
Grett: the attorney for DVR, to release the entire DVR file to you. I believe it's over 500
pages. And for a more detailed look at the process, I've included a copy of my Second
Amended Petition for Administrative Hearing, which while not in active litigation (the
Third Amended Petition is, copy enclosed, without exhibits), it should give you a historical
account of events from my perspective.

Ifyou need more time to review this material before our next appointment, perhaps we
should reschedule until after you have had time to reviewed the documents.

Thanks again for your support.

enclosures

cc: Michael A. Grett: attorney for DVR

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 Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1432

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu

Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

October 17, 1998

VIA HAND DELIVERY

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.
Florida Center for Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580, Suite 103
Clearwater, FL 33761

Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Dear Dr. Kassels:

Enclosed you will find some additional information that may be helpful in
assessing/treating me. Here is a list of what is enclosed:

22. Hospital records for head trauma, August 8, 1988, Hahnemann University
Hospita~ Philadelphia. During a mugging, my head was slammed on the sidewalk
and I was knocked out.

23. Communication and related information to Drs. Lewis and Bremner, PTSD. I
initiated these contacts when I was unable to locate appropriate help in Florida.

24. College research paper, "Psychological Implications of Congenital Craniofacial

Anomalies" by Neil Gillespie.

25. College research paper, "Freudian Theory ofInfantile Sexuality and Congenital
Craniofacial Disorders" by Neil Gillespie.

As always, thanks again for your support.

enclosures
 Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580 Suite 103
Clearwater, Florida 33761
(727) 791.,-0886

NEIL_ GILLESPIE Date = 2/18/99

1121 BEACH DRIVE Page : 01
APT C-2 Account .. : 1445201
ST. PETERSBURG, FL 33701-0000 Pt Name ... : NEIL GILLESPIE
Provider.: SELINA KASSELS PHD
Diagnosis: 300.4
S TAT E MEN T F 0 F< PRO F E S S ION A L S E R V ICE S

Charges or Payments after above date will appear on next statement

DATE DESCRIPTION UNITS CHARGES PAYMENTS BY

2/18/99 INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHE 90844 1. 20~00 Pt

PREV. BAL(iNCE NEW CHARGES NEW PYMNTS OTHER CREDITS NEW BALANCE
1.()0 .00 1.20 . 00 20.00 0.00 200.00

Less +--------------+
Pending Ins : PAY THIS AMT :
200.00 : $0 . 00 :
Next Appointment: +-----_._._--_._--+

INSURANCE PATIENTS PLEASE NOTE: If expected insurance payments are denied,

those charges will be added to your patient balance on future statements.
 Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1432

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu

Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

October 30, 1998

VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.
Florida Center for Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580, Suite 103
Clearwater, FL 33761

Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Dear Dr. Kassels:

I would like to pursue additional treatment, and request that you (or me, if
appropriate) contact the HMO for authorization for more sessions.

I believe it would be beneficial ifyou read and were able to discuss during
treatment the psychological paper "Psychotherapy for Persons with Craniofacial
Deformities: Can We Treat Without Theory?" by Bennett & Stanton.

Kindly advise ifwe can proceed on this basis. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Nell J. Gillespie

enclosures
 Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE, Apt. C-2
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-1432

E-mail: neil.gillespie.wh88@wharton.upenn.edu

Telephone and Facsimile: (727) 823-2390

November 13, 1998

VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL

Michael S. Greenberg, Ph.D., Executive Director
Florida Center for Cognitive Therapy, Inc.
2745 State Road 580, Suite 103
Clearwater, FL 33761

Telephone: (727) 791-0886

Dear Dr. Greenberg:

Attempts to contact Dr. Kassels relative to my treatment, both by letter and

telephone, have been unsuccessful. Today Amy informed me that Dr. Kassels is on
"extended medical leave."

In the absence ofproper notice from either Dr. Kassels or the Florida Center for
Cognitive Therapy, Inc., I will take Amy's information as notice that the patient/doctor
relationship is terminated. I will contact my insurer for referral to another provider.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Neil J. Gillespie
 ~ Flor! Center For Cognitive apy; Inc.

Michael S. Greenberg, Ph.D. Flora zaken-Greenberg, Ph.D.

Ucensed Psychologist Ucensed Psychologist
Executive Director Clinical Director

November 25, 1998

Mr. Neil J. Gillespie

1121 Beach Drive, NE -Apt. C-2
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Dear Mr. Gillespie:

With regard to your latest correspondence regarding your continuing

appointments with Dr. Kassels, please be advised that unfortunately Dr.
Kassels is currently on an extended medical leave of absence. We do
anticipate her return, but are unable to speculate as to an exact date. In
an effort to assist you with your therapy needs at this time, we can make
two recommendations: you may call your insurance company and be
assigned to another therapist in this area, or you can call our office and
we will try to suggest one for you. However, please keep in mind that
should you wish to return to Dr. Kassels, we will notify you when she
resumes her practice here at the Center. We are sorry for the interruption
in your therapy. However, you can be assured that we will attempt to
assist you in any way we can with your decision.

Ifyou have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office.

Sincerely, t

M. Locascio
Office Manager

2745 State Road 580, Suite 103, Clearwater, FL 33761 (813) 791-0886 Fax (813) 791-4567

5411 Beaumont Center Blvd., Suite 740, Tampa, FL 33634 (813) 889-9482

3006 U.S. Hwy. 19 South, Holiday, FL 34691 (813) 938-7635

 Florida Center For Cognitive Therapy, Inc.

Michael S. Greenberg, Ph.D. Flora zaken-Greenberg, Ph.D.
Ucensed Psychologist Ucensed Psychologist
Executive Director Clinical Director

December 28, 1998

Neil J. Gillespie
1121 Beach Drive NE., Apt C-2
St. Petersburg, F133701-1432

Dear Mr. Gillespie:

I have returned from medical leave and am resuming my practice at Florida

Center for Cognitive Therapy. I understand that our office manager did notify
you about my leave and that you had decided to request a referral through
your insurance company. I hope that you have been able to get your needs
for therapy met and again want to express my regrets for the interrpution in
our communication.

If I can be of any further assistance, please contact me through my office.

Selina Kassels, Ph.D.

2745 State Road 580, Suite 103, Clearwater, FL 33761 (813) 791-0886 Fax (813) 791-4567

5411 Beaumont Center Blvd., Suite 740, Tampa, FL 33634 (813) 889-9482

3006 U.S. Hwy. 19 South, Holiday, FL 34691 (813) 938-7635

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SELINA KASSELS, Ph. D.

2843 Thaxton Drive, # 40
Palm Harbor, FL 34684

March 31, 2004

Neil Gillespie
301 W. Platt 81. #155
Tampa, FL 33606-2292

Dear Neil,

I am writing in response.to your recent letter. First, I want to thank you for thinking about me and
sending nte such a kind letter. I ~ very grateful to hear that you thought I was a good therapist.
It is always helpful and pleasant for me to get such kind feedback.

Unfortunately, I am unable to be of help to Mary. I have temporarily closed my practice to new

patients while I take some very nluch needed time for myselfto pursue some additional
professional goals. If you are looking for a therapist for Mary, I might suggest that you call the
Help Line at (727) 344-5555, and explain to them the situation.

Since Mary does not drive and needs help it is important that you locate social service agencies that
might be able to send 'someone out to-,her home to help her. Once she is cOlUlected up with the
appropriate social service agency in the area where she lives, it is likely that the social service
agency can help her find a good therapist and possibly arrange for transportation.

I hope things are also coming along for you. Take good care of yourself..

Sincerely,

~({~
Selina Kassels, Ph.D.