Which item is NOT typically part of screening for fit?

• A. Treatment goals
• B. The client's political beliefs
• C. Availability and frequency
• D. Compatibility with service type

Answer: (B)

Screening for fit focuses on practical and clinical alignment between the client’s needs and what the service can provide. The factors that matter are: treatment goals and whether they align with what the therapist offers, the client’s availability and desired frequency of sessions to ensure consistent care, and whether the service type (telehealth or in-person) matches the client’s circumstances and technological readiness. The client’s political beliefs, on the other hand, do not inform the clinical plan or the logistics of delivering care, so they aren’t typically part of fit screening. Including beliefs could raise boundary and confidentiality concerns and doesn’t affect whether therapy can be effectively provided.