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The importance of making a good introduction to an assessment session can sometimes be overlooked. However, getting off to the right start means it is important to establish realistic patient expectations about the competency of the LICBT practitioner and potential benefits of LICBT. This helps the LICBT practitioner gauge the potential practitioner–patient interaction and determine appropriate common factors (Chapter 5). The benefits of establishing a good introduction is further enhanced given the importance of establishing a relationship with patients that represent some form of diversity (Chapters 18 and 19). For example, when assessing a patient who needs an interpreter, it is important to establish the ground rule that everything that everyone says in the room will be translated. This statement makes it clear that everyone will be included in all communication at all times. This is important so that patients do not ever feel excluded.