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There are a number of variables that have been identified to affect therapist selection.

• Choice of approach
• Client attitudes
• Countertransference
• Fee for service and cost
• Therapist characteristics
• Treatment options

See alsoEdit

• Choice behavior
• Decision making
• Patient selection
• Therapeutic process

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