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About Karin Taifour & ACCS

Links to Forms and Counselor Disclosure Statement at bottom of page

Counselor Name and Practice:  
Karin E. Taifour, MA LMHC GMHS
Owner and Principal, Aging Care Consultation Services PLLC
Washington and City of Seattle Business Licenses


Licensure:
 
Washington State Licensed Mental Health Counselor, # LH00010799
Licensed in good standing since 2006 


Specialty Credentials:
 
• Geriatric Mental Health Specialist (DSHS certified)  
• Approved Counseling Supervisor (DSHS certified)


Education:
 
• Certificate in Geriatric Mental Health, University of Washington
• Master of Arts in Applied Behavioral Sciences -- Systems Counseling, Bastyr University/LIOS
• Master of Arts in Latin American Studies, Georgetown University
• Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Oregon State University

Certified MoCA Assessor

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) is one of the most widely respected and used tools to assess thinking and memory. Official MoCA training and certification is required, and Karin is certified. 

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Karin is a facilitator for the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program, a series of classes focused on taking care of themselves while caring for a loved one. 

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Powerful Tools for Caregivers

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If you or someone you know (age 60+) has been a victim of fraud, call the National Elder Fraud Hotline toll-free at 1-833-372-8311. 

Messages and Emergencies

Messages

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Emergencies

Due to the nature of my work, I may not receive your message immediately or be able to respond quickly, but I try to call back by the next business day.  


If you haven't heard back,
please call me again! 

Sometimes messages don't get through, but I will never ignore you, so try me again. 

Emergencies

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Emergencies

Please understand that I do not provide 24-hour services. If you are experiencing an emergency situation, please call 9-1-1. 


For a mental health crisis, call 9-8-8 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, or the Crisis Line at 206-461-3222 (King County) or 425-258-4357 (Snohomish County), or go to your nearest hospital emergency room. 

Security / Privacy

Security / Privacy

Security / Privacy

Please be aware that email and text messages are not considered to be secure or guaranteed confidential.

 

There are inherent risks and limitations involved in electronic communication.  
 

If you email or text me, I will reply to your message, unless you tell me not to do so.

ACCS Forms to Download

ACCS Counselor Disclosure (pdf)Download
ACCS Release of Info Form (pdf)Download
ACCS recommended workup list (pdf)Download
ACCS No Surprises Act Notice (pdf)Download
ACCS Counselor Disclosure - large print (pdf)Download

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