@Isittll It certainly can be a surprise to find out something like this in a potential member of your health team! A criminal history can be defined as many things, even traffic tickets can be part of that. Unless you know for certain what level of crimes makes up this person's history, my thought is to give them the benefit of the doubt. You could inquire at your first meeting, what is involved. If you are very uncomfortable with even a first meeting, check with your HMO about your co-pay if you go out of network.

All states have a regulating body that oversees people that are licensed as an LCSW. You might want to check with that organization in your state regarding their qualifications.

Will you let me know what you decide to do?
Ginger