what the goals of this intitial session:In the introduction, the focus is on interpersonal skills and building a therapeutic alliance through rapport, collaboration and equality as suggested by Digiuseppe (2014). 
Speak casually and allow Lilly to ask questions at any time to model the egalitarian relationship (PsychotherapyNet, 2012).
Gather an overview of the client's background, experiences, and current challenges, validating. 
Avoid assuming the therapist role of an all-knowing expert to not replicate the societal power imbalances (Corey, 2016, Capuzzi & Stauffer, 2022). Show respect for Lilly’s knowledge of self.
Explain the principles and techniques of Feminist Therapy.
Informed consent: explain likely benefits and potential risks (Sommers-Flanagan & Sommers-Flanagan, 2018).
Employ self-disclosure to cultivate a relationship based on equality and trust (Corey, 2016) using the basic listening sequence (BLS) (Ivey et al., 2018). 
Conduct a How I Think Questionnaire (HIT-Q) to assess the individual's subjective well-being and quality of life to identify the client's core beliefs and understand their impact (Digiuseppe, 2014). 
Conduct The Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression, (HAM-D), measures depression in individuals before, during and after treatment (Hamilton, 1960). Results are shared and discussed with Lilly (Sommers-Flanagan & Sommers-Flanagan, 2018).
Do not pathologise, as her symptoms are considered coping mechanisms (Capuzzi & Stauffer, 2022). 
Use the results to explore issues regarding the impact of social, cultural, and political concerning Lilly's specific presenting problems around relationship dynamics, and feelings of isolation. Collaboratively discuss achievable and enriching therapeutic goals with the client (Corey, 2016). 
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