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KAREN WESTBROOKS, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Education Ph.D. Counselor Ed/ Marriage & Family Therapy
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO 1990
Dissertation: A Different Kind of Healthy?
Family Process Characteristics in Low-Income Families
M.A. Religious Studies
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO 1985
B.A. Theology/Chemistry
Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN 1983
Visitation Academy of St. Louis 1979
High School Diploma
Licensure Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist KY #105087
Licensed Professional Counselor MO #001422
AWARDS/ HONORS
Outstanding Contributions and Leadership
as Member Board of Directors, Jan 2015 – Dec 2017
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Distinguished Service Award as President, 2000 – 2002
Kentucky Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
College Award for Excellence in Teaching 1998
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences with a community of 200+
faculty, recognizes one teacher as “winner” Western Kentucky University
University Award for Teaching Excellence 1998
Western Kentucky University (WKU) with a community of 800+ faculty,
awards “one winner” among college award winners.
Membership in Honor Societies
Pi Lambda Theta – Outstanding Graduate Student Inductee
National Honor Society in Education
Membership signifies a commitment to academic
excellence and the teaching profession
Phi Upsilon Omicron – Distinguished Faculty Inductee
National Honor Society in Family & Consumer
Sciences
Membership signifies promotion of lifelong learning,
leadership building and ethical and scholastic excellence
Phi Kappa Phi – Distinguished Faculty Inductee
National Honor Society of Academic Excellence in All
Fields of Higher Education
Membership signifies community engagement and service
Post Graduate Clinical Fellow 1993
Clinical Training American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
AAMFT Approved Supervisor Designation 2001
American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
State
Leadership At the Appointment of the Governor 2014 – 18
Kentucky Board of Licensing for MFTs
Licensure Enforcement and Regulation Training
Promoting Regulatory Excellence to enhance public
protection through the Council on Licensure Enforcement
and Regulation – CLEARhq.org
President-Elect, President 1998 – 03
Kentucky Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
National Board of Directors 2015 – 17
Leadership American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
This is a professional organization of 26,000+ members
AAMFT Elections Council 2016 – 2017
Journal of Marital and Family Therapy
Editor Search Committee Member 2016 – 2017
JMFT Editorial Review Board 2017 – Pres
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AAMFT 2017 Awards Chair,
AAMFT Awards Committee 2015 – 2017
AAMFT Queer Affirmative Caucus Task Force 2017
AAMFT Ethics Code Revision Task Force 2013 – 2014
American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
AAMFT Elections Council 2002 – 2005
American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
Editorial Review Board, JCD 1998 – 2001
Journal of Counseling & Development
American Counseling Association
Online Academic Roles Adjunct Faculty, Kent School of Social Work
University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
SW 603 Social Justice Practice Fall 2017 – Present
Field Placement Community Mentor 2016 – 2017
Adjunct Faculty, MFT May 2016 – Present
Northcentral University, CA
DMFT 7201 Program Development for MFTs
MFT6104 Family Therapy with Children
MFT 8206 Early Childhood and Parenting Interventions
MFT 8205 Child & Adolescent Assessment Diagnosis
Dissertation Committee/ Content Expert
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ Aug 2014 – Pres
Adjunct Faculty, Asbury Seminary Sept 2014 – Pres
Wilmore KY
CO 627 Family Counseling Theory and Interventions
Adjunct Faculty, Human Diversity 2010 – 2011
Forest Institute of Psychology, St. Louis, MO
Adjunct Faculty, Spiritual Care of Women
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO 2006 – 2007
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On Campus Academic Roles Director and Associate Professor 2012 – 2015
Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy
Campbellsville University, Louisville, KY
COAMFTE Accreditation granted in 2016
Coordinate all facets of the program and teach:
COU 523 Counseling Skills
COU 515 Introduction to Family Studies
COU 516 Marriage and Family Counseling II
COU 517 Marriage and Family Counseling III
COU 550 Counseling Theories I
COU 551 Counseling Theories II
COU 581 Ethical, Legal & Professional Issues
Professor of Counseling & MFT 1993 – 2003
Department of Counseling & Student Affairs,
Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
2003 Promoted to Graduate Full Professor
1999 Tenured
1998 Promoted Graduate Associate Professor
1993 Graduate Assistant Professor
WKU Courses Taught CNS 550 Introduction to Counseling
CNS 554 Group Counseling
CNS 555 Socio-Cultural Diversity in Counseling
CNS 558 Theories of Counseling
CNS 559 Techniques of Counseling
CNS 580 Family Life Studies
CNS 588 Family Systems Counseling
CNS 591 Practicum in Counseling
CNS 596 Internship in Counseling
CNS 666 Legal & Ethical Issues in Counseling
WKU Appointments University Budget Advisory Council
University Diversity Advisory Council
University Ethnic Relations Task Force,
University Subcommittee on Diversity Graduate Certificate
University Curriculum Committee for Undergraduate Minor
in Women’s Studies
University Initiative to Increase Assistantship Stipends
Graduate Programs Review Task Force
Committee on Writing Competencies
College of Education Administrative Council (Elected)
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Entrepreneurial Skills Jeffersontown Counseling Services, Owner 2015 - Pres
In the summer of 2015, I built a practice from the ground up creating partnerships with EAP
programs and “big business” such as Ford Motor Company, General Electric and Baptist Health
Louisville. I applied for and was awarded provider contracts by MEDICAID, Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield, AETNA, Cigna, Magellan, United Health Care, and most recently Tricare Humana
Military. Through an online subscription with Psychology Today’s tracking system, I know that
279 new clients phoned the practice in 2017 and there have been 6497 views to my profile
since January 2016.
Consultation Consultant to Superintendent 2010 – 2012
St. Louis County, MO Ritenour District:
Offered mental health consultations to teachers, staff and
administration
Direct Service Private Practice/ Group Practice 2009 – 2012
Hawk Behavioral Health, Ferguson, MO
Multi-Systemic Family Therapist, 2008 – 2010
Missouri Children’s Division Intensive In-Home Unit
Full Time Caregiver 2004 – 2009
Cared for catastrophically ill parent in crucible of medical
emergencies and high stress decision-making
Therapist and Director of Clinical Services 1990 – 93
Progressive Youth Center, St. Louis, MO
Supervised caseloads of 14 pre-licensed therapists; Had
contracts with Kirkwood and Ritenour School Districts
Community Services Programs Manager, 1987 – 90
Lutheran Family & Children’s Services of MO
I supervised 20+ staff in the areas of crisis intervention,
homeless resettlement, pre-employment coaching; served
a multicultural, urban, battle-tested population;
Collaborated with area agencies on annual drive for 100
neediest cases as well as homeless resettlement and
emergency housing assistance (rent and utilities)
.
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Acting Director of Pastoral Care and Chaplain 1986 – 87
Full-Time Chaplain 1983 – 86
Lutheran Medical Center, St. Louis, MO
Provided chaplaincy services to patients and families who
sought personal healing and wholeness during a period of
uncertainty and fear; networked with local pastors and
priests daily; supplied ‘on-call’ services in distressing family
situations
SELECTED COMMUNITY SERVICE
Appointed to Hospital Board of Directors 2001 -2003
Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital for Children and
Adolescents, Bowling Green, KY
Hope Harbor Sexual Trauma Recovery Center,
Trained staff on “Addressing Unbelieving Mothers”
Serving KY residents in Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson,
Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, and Warren
Counties
PUBLICATIONS: BOOKS
1. Ward, C. & Westbrooks, K. (2000). Oral histories and analyses of non-traditional women
students: A study of unconventional strengths. NY: Edwin Mellen Research Press. 245pp.
2. Westbrooks, K. (1995). Functional low-income families: Activating strengths.
New York: Vantage Press. 220 pp.
PUBLICATIONS: BOOK CHAPTERS
3. Westbrooks, K. (2015). Standard VIII: Financial Arrangements. In User’s Guide to the
2015 AAMFT Code of Ethics. Caldwell, B. (Ed). VA: AAMFT, p. 95 - 102
4. Westbrooks, K. (2003). African Americans: A Remarkable People. In Experiencing and
Counseling Multicultural and Diverse Populations. Eds. Vacc, Brendel and DeVaney. New York:
Brunner-Routledge
5. Westbrooks, K. & Starks, S. (2001). Strengths perspectives inherent in cultural
empowerment. In Culturally Competent Practice: Skills, Interventions and Evaluations.
Fong, L. & Furuto, S. (Eds). Boston: Allyn & Bacon. pp. 101-118.
6. Westbrooks, K. (1998). Spirituality as a form of functional diversity: Activating
unconventional strengths. In The family, spirituality and social work. Becvar, D. (Ed.)
New York: The Haworth Press, Inc., p. 77- 87
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SELECTED ARTICLES
7. Westbrooks, K. (2003). Spirituality and therapy: Insights from intimate conversations.
Family Therapy Magazine 2 (3), 20-25.
8. Westbrooks, K. (2001). A response to contemporary ethical issues. The Cresset: A
Review of Literature, Arts and Public Affairs, 64(5) 25-26. A publication of Valparaiso University
9. Westbrooks, K. (1999). Helping children deal with grief. Teacher’s Interaction. 40 (3).
St. Louis: Concordia Publishing House.
10. Westbrooks, K. (1997). Spirituality as a form of functional diversity: Activating
unconventional strengths. Journal of Family Social Work 2(4) 77-87.
PUBLISHED RESOURCES
11. Westbrooks, K. (2001). Relationship building studies for youth in High School Bible
Studies. St. Louis: Concordia Publishing House.
12. Westbrooks, K. (1999). Relationship building studies for youth in High School Bible
Studies. St. Louis: Concordia Publishing House.
13. Westbrooks, K. (1995). Relationship building studies for youth in High School Bible
Studies. St. Louis: Concordia Publishing House.
14. Westbrooks, K. (1994). Overcoming Dysfunction: An Adult Bible Study Series.
St. Louis: Concordia Publishing House. 80 pp.
SELECTED DIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS - PROFESSIONAL
1. Westbrooks, K. (2005). Lions, tigers and barely a mention: Low-income families.
American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy Conference, Kansas City, MO.
2. Westbrooks, K. (2004). Perception of family strengths as a dynamic of culture.
Ohio Head Start Association Social Work Conference, Columbus, OH
3. Aponte, H. and Westbrooks, K. (2004). Spirituality of therapists and their therapy.
American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy Conference, Atlanta, GA.
4. Westbrooks, K. (2003). Deep culture, self-care and care of the soul. Facilitator in a
round table discussion. KAMFT Annual Conference, Louisville, KY
5. Westbrooks, K. (2001). Linking family processes to cultural empowerment: A Focus on
the multi-dimensionality of unconventional strengths. Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
6. Westbrooks, K. (2000). Deep culture, self-care and care of the soul. Facilitator in a
round table discussion. KAMFT Annual Conference, Louisville, KY
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SELECTED DIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS CONT. - PROFESSIONAL
7. Westbrooks, K. (2000). Rigor and Soul. Biennial Conference of Phi Upsilon Omicron:
National Honor Society of Family and Consumer Sciences. Conclave 2000, Bowling Green, KY
8. Westbrooks, K. (2000). Forming young people in American Culture: After Littleton
Participant in Panel Presentation. Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN
9. Westbrooks, K. (2000). The deep culture of scholarship. Outstanding Graduate Student
Award Ceremony. Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
10. Westbrooks, K. (1998). Winning the Clash: Christian values versus Street values.
Presentation at 1998 National Youth Gathering, Atlanta, GA.
11. Westbrooks, K. (1997). It’s on A, It’s on B, It’s on A, B & C (Accepting, Belonging,
Connecting). Head Start Regional In-Service Training. Western Kentucky University, Bowling
Green, KY
12. Westbrooks, K. (1997) Healthy relationships. Presented to Residence Life Staff of
Western Kentucky University
13. Westbrooks, K. (1996). Functional diversity: Keys to empowerment. State Conference
of Consumer & Family Sciences; Bardstown, KY
14. Westbrooks, K. (1995). Winning the Clash: Christian values versus Street values.
Presentation at 1995 National Youth Gathering, San Antonio, TX.
15. Westbrooks, K. (1995). Empowering students: Conventional challenges and
Unconventional strengths. Southern Counseling Association of Kentucky.
16. Westbrooks, K. (1993). Spirited Servants. National Conference of Youth Counselors.
SELECTED DIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS - CHURCH
17. Westbrooks, K. (1996). It’s on! Faith, Love and Power of God Above. Keynote Speaker
for International Single’s Conference, Cleveland, OH
18. Westbrooks, K. (1996). On the places where we belong. Facilitated a retreat and family
enrichment weekend for Redeemer Church, Louisville, KY.
19. Westbrooks, K. (1996). It’s on! Building family. Facilitated a retreat and family
enrichment weekend for St. John’s Church, Lexington, KY.
20. Westbrooks, K. (1994). With all your heart. Northern Illinois District Youth Gathering;
Chicago, IL
21. Westbrooks, K. (1994). Winning the clash: Street values vs. Christian values. Youth
Segment of National Family Conference; Chicago, IL
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SELECTED DIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS CONT. - CHURCH
22. Westbrooks, K. (1993). Winning the clash: Street values vs. Christian values. State
Urban Ministry Conference; Cleveland, OH
23. Westbrooks, K. (1993). Winning the clash: Street values vs. Christian values. Youth
Leadership weekend retreat for the Ohio District; Cleveland, OH
SELECTED DIVERSITY CONSULTATIONS - SCHOOL
Missouri
24. Coping Power Interventions (2012) Staff Development presentation for Jewish Family
and Children’s Services. St. Louis, MO
25. Mental Health Consultant Ritenour Senior High School (2010 – 2012). In addition to
individual therapeutic assessments, I run groups for students identified by administration
as “the mean girls.” Together we are created an intervention that might be duplicated at
other high schools.
26. Mental Health Consultant Solomon Schechter Jewish Day School (2010 – 2012).
Committed to the school at least twice a week, I provided psycho-education for K - 8,
conducted individual and parent-child counseling when requested and lead all-school
assemblies on hot topics. I also provided Teacher Professional Development
presentations on reports of bullying and effective interventions.
27. Mental Health Consultant Keysor Elementary (2010 - 2011). On particularly difficult
cases, the school counselor requested my participation in possible interventions
28. Mental Health Consultant North Glendale Elementary (2010 – 2011). I served on
“code-red” interventions; that is, intense situations that might require Missouri Children’s
Division involvement
29. Mental Health Consultant Robinson Elementary (2010 - 2011). On particularly difficult
cases, the school counselor may speak with me in person or by phone
30. Retreat Co-Facilitator (2004). Led faculty/ staff/ administration community retreat for
Visitation Academy, St. Louis. Theme: Beyond Measure Astonished
31. VISTORY 2000 Lead Team Builder for Visitation Invests in Service to Others through
Responsive Youth with the Visitation Academies of St. Paul, MN; Georgetown, MD and
St. Louis, MO
32. Therapist/ Mental Health Consultant (1990 -1993) to Kirkwood and Ritenour School
Districts through contract with Progressive Youth Center
33. Pathfinders (1992). Participated as presenter, teacher, motivator in career workshop
series for freshmen in Riverview Gardens School District in greater St. Louis, MO
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Kentucky
34. Activating strengths: Keys for increasing student achievement and improving discipline.
(1995). Parker-Bennett Goals 2000 Parent Night. Bowling Green, KY
35. A different twist: Student behavior and behavioral change (1994). KY School Counselor
Conference; Convington, KY
Indiana
36. With McRoy, C. Group processes (1994). Presented at Helfrich Middle School;
Evansville, IN Participants were classroom teachers and professional staff
SELECTED DIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS - COMMUNITY
Minnesota
37. Owning Our History and Harnessing Hope (2017). Women’s Retreat sponsored by
“Nuns in the Hood of North Minneapolis
38. Deep Culture and Community Service (2004). Presented to Visitation seniors in service
work with North Minneapolis “Nuns in the Hood.”
39. Unconventional Family Strength (2001). Presented to Visitation seniors in service work
with North Minneapolis Neighborhood “Nuns in the Hood.”
40. Deep Culture and Family Strength. (2000). Presented to Visitation seniors in service
work with North Minneapolis “Nuns in the Hood.”
41. Low-Income Families: Unconventional Strength (1999). Presented to Visitation seniors
doing service work for the North Minneapolis “Nuns in the Hood.”
Maryland
42. The Upside-Down Kingdom (1992) Presented at Urban Ministry Conference in Baltimore
SERVICE TO YOUTH
Kentucky
43. Adult Leader at YOUTH QUAKE 2016 (youth conference for middle schoolers),
Cincinnati, OH
44. Led retreats for congregations in six Kentucky cities Bardstown, Bowling Green,
Covington, E-town, Lexington and Louisville (1996 – 1998)
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Georgia
45. A Lead Community Life Builder and Hotline Volunteer for 1998 LCMS National Youth
Gathering: Called to Be. Atlanta, GA: 30,000 youth participants
46. On becoming a solid self (1998). Featured speaker at Spelman College, a designated
“Interest Center” at Youth Gathering of 30,000 in Atlanta, GA
Illinois
47. Invited a number of times to Chicago (1994 – 1999) to entertain youth through a
combination of music, activities and video in teaching the push-pull of loyalty and the
challenges of a Christian commitment.
Indiana
48. Valparaiso University. Simple Truths of Service (2016). Two-day Renewal Event for
Church Professionals.
49. Valparaiso University. Member of panel discussion on Race and Social Justice (2016).
50. Valparaiso University. Servant ministry and sound decision-making (1998).
51. Valparaiso University (alma mater) Member of panel to discuss the ethical challenges of
today’s youth as part of Founder’s Day celebration (2000).
Louisiana
52. Take Home Ministries Team Member for 1992 LCMS National Youth Gathering: A Time
for Joy. New Orleans, LA – 22,000 participants.
Maryland
53. In both Baltimore and Bethesda, MD, I was invited to present a message of
empowerment to youth and youth leaders numbering 200+ persons. 1990’s.
Minnesota
54 - 65. Annual seminar for high school seniors at private school in Minneapolis-St. Paul.
Topics included spiritual things (love, mercy, grace, strength, peace, higher ground (1996
- 2007).
Missouri
66. National Conference of Youth Counselors (1993). In Kansas City, MO I was invited to be
a keynote speaker to a national conference of youth leaders on spirited service and
being spirited servants
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Ohio
67. Invited five times to Cleveland Ohio to present at Leadership and Urban Ministry retreats
intended to assist young people in recognizing their gifts and talents for the ministry.
Tennessee
68. In Nashville, TN, I hosted a conference for family life professionals and presented a
workshop on the strengths and challenges of today’s youth.
Texas
69. Community Life Builder (Inclusion Specialist) for 1995 National Youth Gathering:
River of Light. San Antonio, TX.
70. Winning the Clash: Street Values vs. Christian Values (1995), A Designated Interest
Center Presenter at national gathering of 25,000 in San Antonio, TX.
SELECTED SERVICE TO STUDENTS AND LICENSEES
Kentucky 2016 -17 MFT Mentor for Master’s level student CFT Program,
Kent School of Social Work, University of Louisville
2015 Hosted new state mandated training on “Assessing and
Managing Suicide Risk” effective January 2015
2015 26 of 48 MFT students volunteered to serve at annual
conference Kentucky Association for Marriage and Family
Therapy
2014 Corralled over 20 MFT students to serve as volunteers for
the KAMFT Conference
2013 Inspired 19 students to serve as volunteers for KAMFT
Conference
2013 Took team of nine students to assist with state-mandated
suicide screenings at Highland Middle School – Louisville,
KY
2013 Hosted DSM-5 Workshop: Campbellsville University-
Louisville 14 students volunteered as registrants, greeters
and parking attendants
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Kentucky Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (KAMFT)
Served 1998 – 2003
President-Elect 1998 - 1999, President 2000 - 2002, Past President 2003
The President is the Chair of the Board of Directors, the official Division representative for the
profession and a member of the AAMFT National Council of Division Presidents. When elected
the president commits to a minimum of five years of service: president-elect for two years,
president for two years, past-president for one year. The president serves a multi-disciplinary
membership of 400+ mental health professionals all having licensure as MFTs.
Responsibilities:
• Manage the Leadership: governing board, lobbyist, administrative assistant
• Provide “on-the-job training” for President-Elect
• Facilitate the administration of by-laws, policies and other governing rules
• Assist nine active committee chairs with planning and resource allocation
• Assist committee chairs to work collaboratively with communications
• Assist treasurer in preparation of annual budget for the professional association
• Encourage working partnerships with legislators and other professional boards
• Help create, sustain and support the successful passage of bills that specifically
have a pro-children, pro-family, advance the profession agenda that strengthens
Kentucky’s families and allows equitable competition in the open market place
• Serve as a Division Liaison to the national organization (AAMFT)
• Represent Kentucky Division at AAMFT Council of Presidents
• Obtain grant support for the association’s legislative agenda
• Write regular monthly columns for KAMFT Newsletter
Board Accomplishments
• Revised By Laws which govern the professional organization
• Approved recommendation for annual staggered elections that would provide bal-
ance between new and experienced officers and board members.
• Created, drafted and obtained bipartisan sponsorship on Senate Bill 90 which has
successfully and unanimously passed through the KY legislature. The law effective
April 1, 2002 did the following:
• (a) Advanced family therapists, professional counselors and master’s level psychologists
and fee-based pastoral counselors by updating the definition of Qualified Mental
Health Professional to include all licensed mental health professionals.
(b) Increased opportunities for employment and insurance reimbursement in both public
and private mental health agencies.
The national leadership of AAMFT was enthusiastic and gave KAMFT top priority for
competitive grant dollars in support of our “unheard of” but “boldly doable” legislative
agenda. After securing the services of a former Kentucky Fried Chicken lobbyist, the
association’s Senate Bill for mental health parity passed the House and the Senate!
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Academic References for Karen Westbrooks, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Barbara Burch, EdD, Provost Emeritus
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 791 - 0439 (cell)
Christopher M. Habben AAMFT President 2017 & 2018 MSFT Lenexa Site Director Friends University 6300 Glenwood St. Overland Park, KS 66202
Phone: (913) 233-8706 [email protected]
Dale Bertram, PhD, LMFT
Director Marriage and Family Institute
Department Chair Marriage and Family Therapy
Abilene Christian University
PO Box 8444 Abilene, TX 79699
Phone: (325) 674-3778 Cell (859) 760-6138
Online COAMFTE Program:
Darren Adamson, Chair
Department of Marriage and Family Sciences
Northcentral University
San Diego, CA 92106
(801) 243-8410 (cell)
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