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ISSMP Information Systems Security Management Professional Length of test : 3 hours Questions : 125 Question format : Multiple choice Passing grade : 700 out of 1000 points Exam availability : English Testing center : Pearson VUE Testing Center The Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) is a CISSP who specializes in designing security solutions and providing management with risk-based guidance to meet organizational goals. ISSAPs facilitate the alignment of security solutions within the organizational context (e.g., vision, mission, strategy, policies, requirements, change, and external factors). The broad spectrum of syllabus included in the ISSAP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) ensure its relevancy across all disciplines in the field of information security. Successful candidates are competent in the following six domains: • Identity and Access Management Architecture • Security Operations Architecture • Infrastructure Security • Architect for Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management • Security Architecture Modeling • Architect for Application Security 1. Identity and Access Management Architecture 19% 2. Security Operations Architecture 17% 3. Infrastructure Security 19% 4. Architect for Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management 16% 5. Security Architecture Modeling 14% 6. Architect for Application Security 15% Total: 100% Domain 1: Identity and Access Management Architecture Design Identity Management and Lifecycle » Identification and Authentication » Centralized Identity and Access Management Architecture » Decentralized Identity and Access Management Architecture » Identity Provisioning Lifecycle (e.g., registration, issuance, revocation, validation) » Authentication Protocols and Technologies (e.g., SAML, RADIUS, Kerberos, OATH) Design Access Control Management and Lifecycle » Application of Control Concepts and Principles (e.g., discretionary/mandatory, segregation/ separation of duties, rule of least privilege) » Access Control Governance » Access Control Configurations (e.g., physical, logical, administrative) » Authorization Process and Workflow (e.g., issuance, periodic review, revocation) » Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities Related to System, Application, and Data Access Control (e.g., groups, Digital Rights Management (DRM), trust relationships) » Authorization (e.g., single sign-on, rule-based, role-based, attribute-based) » Accounting (e.g., logging, tracking, auditing) » Access Control Protocols and Technologies (e.g., XACML, LDAP) » Network Access Control Domain 2: Security Operations Architecture Determine Security Operation Capability Requirements and Strategy » Determine Legal Imperatives » Determine Organizational Drivers and Strategy » Determine Organizational Constraints » Map Current Capabilities to Organization Strategy » Design Security Operations Strategy 2.2 Design Continuous Security Monitoring (e.g., SIEM, insider threat, enterprise log management, cyber crime, advanced persistent threat) » Detection and Response » Content Monitoring, Inspection, and Filtering (e.g., email, web, data, social media) » Anomoly Detection (e.g., baseline, analytics, false positive reduction) 2.3 Design Continuity, Availability, and Recovery Solutions » Incorporate Business Impact Analysis (BIA) Information (e.g., legal, financial, stakeholders) » Determine Security Strategies for Availability and Recovery » Design Continuity and Recovery Solution 2.4 Define Security Operations (e.g., interoperability, scalability, availability, supportability) 2.5 Integrate Physical Security Controls » Assess Physical Security Requirements » Integrate Physical Security Products and Systems » Evaluate Physical Security Solutions (e.g., test, evaluate, implement) 2.6 Design Incident Management Capabilities 2.7 Secure Communications and Networks » Design the Maintenance Plan for the Communication and Network Architecture » Determine Communications Architecture » Determine Network Architecture » Communication and Network Policies » Remote Access Domain 3: Infrastructure Security 3.1 Determine Infrastructure Security Capability Requirements and Strategy 3.2 Design Layer 2/3 Architecture (e.g., access control segmentation, out-of-band management, OSI layers) 3.3 Secure Common Services (e.g., wireless, e-mail, VoIP, unified communications) 3.4 Architect Detective, Deterrent, Preventative, and Control Systems » Design Boundary Protection (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, airgaps, BYOD, software defined perimeters) » Secure Device Management (e.g., BYOD, mobile, server, endpoint) 3.5 Architect Infrastructure Monitoring » Monitor Integration (e.g., sensor placement, time reconciliation, span of control, record compatibility) » Active/Passive Solutions (e.g., span port, port mirroring, tap, inline) 3.6 Design Integrated Cryptographic Solutions (e.g., Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), identity system integration) » Determine Usage (i.e., in transit, at rest) » Define Key Management Lifecycle » Identify Cryptographic Design Considerations and Constraints Domain 4: Architect for Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management 4.1 Architect for Governance and Compliance » Auditability (e.g., regulatory, legislative, forensic requirements, segregation, verifiability of high assurance systems) » Secure Sourcing Strategy » Apply Existing Information Security Standards and Guidelines (e.g., ISO/IEC, PCI, SOX, SOC2) » Governing the Organizational Security Portfolio 4.2 Design Threat and Risk Management Capabilities » Identify Security Design Considerations and Associated Risks » Design for Compliance » Assess Third Parties (e.g., auditing and risk registry) 4.3 Architect Security Solutions for Off-Site Data Use and Storage » Cloud Service Providers » Third Party » Network Solutions Service Providers (NSSP) 4.4 Operating Environment (e.g., virtualization, cloud computing) Domain 5: Security Architecture Modeling 5.1 Identify Security Architecture Approach (e.g., reference architectures, build guides, blueprints, patterns) » Types and Scope (e.g., enterprise, network, SOA) » Frameworks (e.g., Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture (SABSA), Service-Oriented Modeling Framework (SOMF)) » Industrial Control Systems (ICS) (e.g., process automation networks, work interdependencies, monitoring requirements) » Security Configuration (e.g., baselines) » Network Configuration (e.g., physical, logical, high availability) » Reference Architectures 5.2 Verify and Validate Design (e.g., POT, FAT, regression) » Validate Threat Model (e.g., access control attacks, cryptanalytic attacks, network) » Identification of Gaps and Alternative Solutions » Independent Verification and Validation » Evaluate Controls Against Threats and Vulnerabilities » Validation of Design Against Reference Architectures Domain 6: Architect for Application Security 6.1 Review Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Integration of Application Security Architecture (e.g., requirements traceability matrix, security architecture documentation, secure coding) » Assess When to Use Automated vs. Manual vs. Static Secure Code Reviews Based on Risk » Assess the Need for Web Application Firewalls (e.g., REST, API, SAML) » Review the Need for Encryption between Identity Providers at the Transport and Content Layers » Assess the Need for Secure Communications between Applications and Databases or other Endpoints » Leverage Secure Code Repository 6.2 Review Application Security (e.g., custom, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), in-house cloud) 6.3 Determine Application Security Capability Requirements and Strategy (e.g., open source, cloud service providers, SaaS/IaaS providers) 6.4 Design Application Cryptographic Solutions (e.g., cryptographic API selection, PRNG selection, software-based key management) 6.5 Evaluate Application Controls Against Existing Threats and Vulnerabilities 6.6 Determine and Establish Application Security Approaches for all System Components (mobile, web, and thick client applications; proxy, application, and database services) | ||||||||||||||||||
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ISC2 ISSMP Information Systems Security Management(R) Professional https://killexams.com/pass4sure/exam-detail/ISSMP of time. It does not cover ideas or facts. Copyright laws protect intellectual property from misuse by other individuals. Answer option D is incorrect. A patent is a set of exclusive rights granted to anyone who invents any new and useful machine, process, composition of matter, etc. A patent enables the inventor to legally enforce his right to exclude others from using his invention. Reference: "http.//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trademark" Question: 216 An organization monitors the hard disks of its employees' computers from time to time. Which policy does this pertain to? A. Network security policy B. Backup policy C. Privacy policy D. User password policy Answer: C Explanation: Monitoring the computer hard disks or e-mails of employees pertains to the privacy policy of an organization. Answer option B is incorrect. The backup policy of a company is related to the backup of its data. Answer option A is incorrect. The network security policy is related to the security of a company's network. Answer option D is incorrect. The user password policy is related to passwords that users provide to log on to the network. Question: 217 Sarah has created a site on which she publishes a copyrighted material. She is ignorant that she is infringing copyright. Is she guilty under copyright laws? A. No B. Yes Answer: B Explanation: 152 Sarah is guilty under copyright laws because pleading ignorance of copyright infringement is not an excuse.What is copyright? A copyright is a form of intellectual property, which secures to its holder the exclusive right to produce copies of his or her works of original expression, such as a literary work, movie, musical work or sound recording, painting, photograph, computer program, or industrial design, for a defined, yet extendable, period of time. It does not cover ideas or facts. Copyright laws protect intellectual property from misuse by other individuals. Reference: "http.//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copyright" Question: 218 Which of the following models uses a directed graph to specify the rights that a subject can transfer to an object or that a subject can take from another subject? A. Take-Grant Protection Model B. Bell-LaPadula Model C. Biba Integrity Model D. Access Matrix Answer: A Explanation: The take-grant protection model is a formal model used in the field of computer security to establish or disprove the safety of a given computer system that follows specific rules. It shows that for specific systems the question of safety is decidable in linear time, which is in general undecidable. The model represents a system as directed graph, where vertices are either subjects or objects. The edges between them are labeled and the label indicates the rights that the source of the edge has over the destination. Two rights occur in every instance of the model. take and grant. They play a special role in the graph rewriting rules describing admissible changes of the graph. Answer option D is incorrect. The access matrix is a straightforward approach that provides access rights to subjects for objects. Answer option B is incorrect. The Bell-LaPadula model deals only with the confidentiality of classified material. It does not address integrity or availability. Question: 219 Which of the following plans is designed to protect critical business processes from natural or man- made failures or disasters and the resultant loss of capital due to the unavailability of normal business processes? A. Business continuity plan 153 B. Crisis communication plan C. Contingency plan D. Disaster recovery plan Answer: A Explanation: The business continuity plan is designed to protect critical business processes from natural or man- made failures or disasters and the resultant loss of capital due to the unavailability of normal business processes.Business Continuity Planning (BCP) is the creation and validation of a practiced logistical plan for how an organization will recover and restore partially or completely interrupted critical (urgent) functions within a predetermined time after a disaster or extended disruption. The logistical plan is called a business continuity plan. Answer option B is incorrect. The crisis communication plan can be broadly defined as the plan for the exchange of information before, during, or after a crisis event. It is considered as a sub-specialty of the public relations profession that is designed to protect and defend an individual, company, or organization facing a public challenge to its reputation. The aim of crisis communication plan is to assist organizations to achieve continuity of critical business processes and information flows under crisis, disaster or event driven circumstances. Answer option C is incorrect. A contingency plan is a plan devised for a specific situation when things could go wrong. Contingency plans are often devised by governments or businesses who want to be prepared for anything that could happen. Contingency plans include specific strategies and actions to deal with specific variances to assumptions resulting in a particular problem, emergency, or state of affairs. They also include a monitoring process and "triggers" for initiating planned actions. They are required to help governments, businesses, or individuals to recover from serious incidents in the minimum time with minimum cost and disruption. Answer option D is incorrect. A disaster recovery plan should contain data, hardware, and software that can be critical for a business. It should also include the plan for sudden loss such as hard disc crash. The business should use backup and data recovery utilities to limit the loss of data. Reference: CISM Review Manual 2010, Contents. "Incident Management and Response" Question: 220 Which of the following concepts represent the three fundamental principles of information security?Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose three. A. Confidentiality B. Integrity C. Availability 154 D. Privacy Answer: A, B, C Explanation: The following concepts represent the three fundamental principles of information security. 1.Confidentiality 2.Integrity 3.Availability Answer option C is incorrect. Privacy, authentication, accountability, authorization and identification are also concepts related to information security, but they do not represent the fundamental principles of information security. Reference: "http.//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Information_security" Question: 221 Which of the following can be done over telephone lines, e-mail, instant messaging, and any other method of communication considered private. A. Shielding B. Spoofing C. Eavesdropping D. Packaging Answer: C Explanation: Eavesdropping is the process of listening in private conversations. It also includes attackers listening in on the network traffic. For example, it can be done over telephone lines (wiretapping), e-mail, instant messaging, and any other method of communication considered private. Answer option B is incorrect. Spoofing is a technique that makes a transmission appear to have come from an authentic source by forging the IP address, email address, caller ID, etc. In IP spoofing, a hacker modifies packet headers by using someone else's IP address to hide his identity. However, spoofing cannot be used while surfing the Internet, chatting on-line, etc. because forging the source IP address causes the responses to be misdirected. Answer option A is incorrect. Shielding cannot be done over e-mail and instant messaging. Shielding is a way of preventing electronic emissions that are generated from a computer or network from being used by unauthorized users for gathering confidential information. It minimizes the chances of eavesdropping within a network. Shielding can be provided by surrounding a computer room with a Farady cage. A Farady cage is a device that prevents 155 electromagnetic signal emissions from going outside the computer room. Shielding can also protect wireless networks from denial of service (DoS) attacks.Answer option D is incorrect. Packaging is a process in which goods are differentiated on the basis of the container in which they are stored, such as bottles, boxes, bags, etc. Reference: "http.//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eavesdropping" Question: 222 You work as the Senior Project manager in Dotcoiss Inc. Your company has started a software project using configuration management and has completed 70% of it. You need to ensure that the network infrastructure devices and networking standards used in this project are installed in accordance with the requirements of its detailed project design documentation. Which of the following procedures will you employ to accomplish the task? A. Configuration identification B. Physical configuration audit C. Configuration control D. Functional configuration audit Answer: B Explanation: Physical Configuration Audit (PCA) is one of the practices used in Software Configuration Management for Software Configuration Auditing. The purpose of the software PCA is to ensure that the design and reference documentation is consistent with the as-built software product. PCA checks and matches the really implemented layout with the documented layout. Answer option D is incorrect. Functional Configuration Audit or FCA is one of the practices used in Software Configuration Management for Software Configuration Auditing. FCA occurs either at delivery or at the moment of effecting the change. A Functional Configuration Audit ensures that functional and performance attributes of a configuration item are achieved. Answer option C is incorrect. Configuration control is a procedure of the Configuration management. Configuration control is a set of processes and approval stages required to change a configuration item's attributes and to re-baseline them. It supports the change of the functional and physical attributes of software at various points in time, and performs systematic control of changes to the identified attributes. Answer option A is incorrect. Configuration identification is the process of identifying the attributes that define every aspect of a configuration item. A configuration item is a product (hardware and/or software) that has an end-user purpose. These attributes are recorded in configuration documentation and baselined. Baselining an attribute forces formal configuration change control processes to be effected in the event that these attributes are changed. 156 Question: 223 In which of the following mechanisms does an authority, within limitations, specify what objects can be accessed by a subject? A. Role-Based Access Control B. Discretionary Access Control C. Task-based Access Control D. Mandatory Access Control Answer: B Explanation: In the discretionary access control, an authority, within limitations, specifies what objects can be accessed by a subject. Answer option D is incorrect. In the mandatory access control, a subject's access to an object is dependent on labels. Answer option A is incorrect. In the role-based access control, a central authority determines what individuals can have access to which objects based on the individual's role or title in the organization. Answer option C is incorrect. The task-based access control is similar to role-based access control, but the controls are based on the subject's responsibilities and duties. Reference: CISM Review Manual 2010, Contents. "Information Security Governance" Question: 224 Which of the following access control models are used in the commercial sector? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose two. A. Clark-Biba model B. Clark-Wilson model C. Bell-LaPadula model D. Biba model Answer: D, B Explanation: The Biba and Clark-Wilson access control models are used in the commercial sector. The Biba model is a formal state transition system of computer security policy that describes a set of access control rules designed to ensure data integrity. Data and subjects are grouped 157 into ordered levels of integrity. The model is designed so that subjects may not corrupt data in a level ranked higher than the subject, or be corrupted by data from a lower level than the subject.The Clark-Wilson security model provides a foundation for specifying and analyzing an integrity policy for a computing system. Answer option C is incorrect. The Bell-LaPadula access control model is mainly used in military systems. Answer option A is incorrect. There is no such access control model as Clark-Biba. 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As all facets of society rely more on technology, information security has become paramount. With information readily available online, businesses must do everything possible to prevent data breaches and cyberattacks while safeguarding critical systems and data. With so much at risk, businesses need qualified people to manage their information systems. CISSP certification indicates professional excellence, assuring hiring managers that candidates have the in-demand career skills necessary to manage IT security. We’ll explore what it takes to become a CISSP when navigating your career path in the IT industry. What is a CISSP?CISSP stands for Certified Information Systems Security Professional. It’s a globally recognized certification offered by the International System Security Certification Consortium, also known as (ISC)². CISSP is considered one of the best infosec and cybersecurity certifications around. Individuals seek CISSP certification to answer the call for experienced, highly capable IT professionals who can effectively manage an enterprise’s cybersecurity by applying IT security-related concepts and theories. After passing the certification test (which usually takes around six hours), CISSPs can take on various job titles, including the following:
No matter the job title, a CISSP always focuses on upholding a top-notch IT security system. Earning the best IT certifications, including CISSP certification, is an excellent career advancement asset that validates your skills and knowledge. How much does a CISSP make?There are relatively few CISSPs in the industry, so those who pass the certification test and meet the requirements are well-compensated. Reports differ regarding how much CISSPs earn. For example, the Global Knowledge 2020 IT Skills and Salary Report said CISSPs are the third-highest earners in the IT industry worldwide while ranking fifth in the North America Region. An (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce study shows that the global average security manager’s salary is $92,639. Below are the figures for different regions based on the latest available information.
On the other hand, according to the Certification Magazine-Salary Survey 75 report, average salaries are as follows:
The average global salaries from (ISC)² and CertMag differ; CertMag’s values combined U.S. and non-U.S. salaries. Additionally, while CertMag’s values were based on a study of only 55 respondents, (ISC)²’s statistics are derived from an industry-wide study and may be more representative of actual averages. A CISSP certification is an excellent springboard into an information security career and a path toward helping to prevent network security threats and vulnerabilities via unified threat management. What experience do you need to become a CISSP?Despite the increasing demand for CISSPs, the (ISC)² imposes strict qualifications to ensure that only the most capable and experienced professionals earn the title. The industry is lucrative, but the requirements CISSPs must fulfill are extensive. First, CISSP applicants must have at least five years of valid working experience relevant to the IT security field. The (ISC)² requires that work experience falls under the eight domains of the (ISC)² CISSP CBK:
Additionally, to satisfy these domains, the (ISC)² requires experience in any of the following positions:
Work experience can come from full-time employment, part-time employment, or an internship. (Requirements may vary depending on your employment terms.)
The CISSP certification is considered an evergreen IT certification; it demonstrates excellent longevity, desirability, popularity, and compensation. What does the CISSP test entail?Work experience is only part of what you need to become a CISSP. To be certified, you’ll also need to prepare for and pass the CISSP exam, which costs $699 and requires a minimum score of 700 out of 1,000 points. Besides passing the certification exam, you must also undergo an endorsement process to become a CISSP. You can do this by subscribing to the (ISC)² Code of Ethics. The endorsement form must be completed within nine months after passing the test to fully certify your status as a CISSP. What are other paths toward achieving the CISSP title?Not everyone meets CISSP certification requirements – in fact, very few do. However, there are ways to bypass or fast-track your way into the industry. 1. Become an (ISC)² Associate to help meet CISSP requirements.One of the biggest challenges to becoming a CISSP is acquiring the relevant qualifying experience. However, you can remedy your lack of experience by applying for a job as an (ISC)² Associate. Becoming an (ISC)² Associate helps you fast-track your cybersecurity career. Additionally, because you’ll work closely with the consortium, you can learn more about the industry and grow as a cybersecurity expert. 2. Get CompTIA certifications to help your cybersecurity career.You can also jump-start your cybersecurity career by looking into certifications offered by CompTIA. CompTIA helps IT professionals acquire specific certifications to fortify their credentials. Some certifications you can apply for include the entry-level A+, Security+, and Network+ certifications. Entry-level cybersecurity certifications can help jump-start your cybersecurity career by verifying your skills and knowledge and getting your resume noticed. 3. SSCP certification can help you meet CISSP requirements.Another way to meet the required CISSP qualifications if you have relevant but insufficient work experience is to work on your credential as a Systems Security Certified Professional or SSCP, also under the (ISC)². Following this path will help you prepare for CISSP certification. It’s like a walk-through toward fulfilling your primary goal with the added perk of gaining an extensive understanding and mastery of the job ahead of time. Should you pursue a career as a CISSP?Becoming a CISSP is challenging, and the necessary qualifications require extensive time and effort. However, compared to almost any other employment type – even in the IT sector – CISSP certification is profitable and affords many opportunities. If you have what it takes to become a CISSP – drive, credentials, time, and money – and feel confident, you should consider taking the exam. The CISSP job market has high demand across all industries and organizations. Aside from its considerable earning opportunities, you can become an indispensable asset for any company because of your IT security expertise. The 2022 tax year has ended and tax professionals everywhere are encouraging their small business clients to close their books and start thinking about their tax returns. In a perfect world these clients have worked with their tax and accounting professionals throughout the year to optimize their small business taxes. Of course, we don’t live in a perfect world and clients are often surprised at how much their small business made (and how much tax they owe) come tax time. The good news is that there are a few tax optimization strategies that are available to small business owners after the tax year ends. David Levi, CPA and Managing Director at CBIZ MHM, says that funding your (or your company’s) retirement plan is one of the best ways to “use Uncle Sam’s help to move money from your left pocket to your right pocket.” For example, sole proprietors (and others) have until the unextended due date of their tax return (April 17 this year) to fund their traditional IRA accounts. Of course, there are income thresholds that limit the deductibility of IRA contributions so it’s best to check with a tax professional before simply making the contribution and counting on it to be deductible. Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRAs offer higher contribution limits and can be set up and funded by the unextended due date of your tax return. The second recommendation Levi has is to work with your tax professional to optimize your businesses depreciation and fixed assets both for the tax year that just ended and for the future. He notes that this is one area where a qualified professional “can really provide return on investment” (i.e., earn the money you’re paying them) because they know all of the rules and can use them to adjust the deductibility or capitalization of your specific purchases to your current and expected profit/loss situation. Clearly your business must have purchased fixed assets (equipment, furniture, etc.) to use this strategy. Levi reminds taxpayers (and tax professionals) that “this is one of those times that constructive receipt isn’t a thing.” When it comes to depreciating equipment it’s the date the equipment was placed in service (think plugged in) not the date it was received or delivered that matters. Small businesses can actually move a deduction into the future by waiting to place a piece of equipment in service. This strategy can be helpful depending on the business’ current and projected profit. Your tax pro can help you determine whether it’s best to “write it off” (to take the entire deduction in the current year using bonus depreciation, the Section 179 expensing election, or the $2500 per item de minimis safe harbor election) or to capitalize the expense (take the deduction over the property’s class life). Many tax professionals will use a combination of both capitalization and immediate write offs (of one or more types) to create a balance between current and future deductions. The choices can affect other items on the tax returns such as your Qualified Business Income Deduction (QBID) so it is important to use someone who is fully versed in all of the moving parts of the depreciation puzzle. Levi’s third recommendation is for those with LLCs who file a Schedule C with their annual Form 1040 to consider making a late election to be taxed as a Subchapter S Corporation instead of as a sole proprietorship. This option won’t work for everyone but, depending on how profitable the business is and the owner’s threshold for administrative compliance (proper payroll is required), it provides owner-operators with the opportunity to separate profit from compensation. This strategy means that while all the income is subject to income tax, only the compensation component is subject to FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare). Making a late entity selection may also have state-level benefits. Specifically, 30 states are offering special pass-through entity taxation (PTET) that allows taxpayers with S-corporations (and partnerships) to deduct certain state income taxes as business expenses. States have implemented these new laws to provide taxpayers with a workaround to the federal $10,000 state and local tax (SALT) cap that was implemented as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act back in 2017. Levi notes that there could be benefits even for taxpayers who take the standard deduction (the SALT cap only affects those who itemize deductions on Schedule A). Taxpayers considering this strategy should definitely consult a tax professional to run the numbers to determine if the additional costs associated with the strategy (payroll and payroll taxes, filing an additional entity-level tax return, etc.) are justified by the tax savings. Don’t let the tax tail wag the dog. Additionally, the rules for making the late S-corporation election are complex and failure to abide by them can result in the election being rejected by the IRS. The rules surrounding PTET/SALT benefits also are different for almost every state that offers them. In other words, there are many ways to make expensive mistakes with this strategy and money spent to hire a qualified professional to help will be well spent. Levi counsels business owners to put some time and energy into organizing their financial information whether they are doing it themselves or using a professional helper. “The more promptly you are on top of this [your income and expenses] the more impactful your ability to use the information will be.” In other words, if you are wanting to use any of these strategies you need to gather the necessary accounting information yesterday! If you have an accounting professional who also prepares your tax returns, let them know that you are interested in exploring these options—yesterday! In the heat of tax season it is difficult for accounting and tax professionals to focus on anything other than closing client books, providing year end reports, and getting tax and information returns (W2s, 1099s) filed. If you want your tax pro to help you with after the fact planning it’s best to let them know and get them the information they need to prepare your returns and evaluate these tax planning options as early as possible. Addie B Jones
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Hines & Associates offers comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help individuals who are seeking to Build Life Experiences Worth Living. We are here to help adolescents and adults who are looking for help in regulating their emotions, improving their lives, and learning skills to effectively address each moment. We work with individuals who are suffering from suicidal thoughts, self harm, anxiety, depression and a variety of additional life-threatening behaviors. Comprehensive DBT consists of individual therapy, skills training group, phone coaching, and therapist consultation team. Hines & Associates offers comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help individuals who are seeking to Build Life Experiences Worth Living. We are here to help adolescents and adults who are looking for help in regulating their emotions, improving their lives, and learning skills to effectively address each moment. We work with individuals who are suffering from suicidal thoughts, self harm, anxiety, depression and a variety of additional life-threatening behaviors. Comprehensive DBT consists of individual therapy, skills training group, phone coaching, and therapist consultation team. Kelly L. Camp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA-MFT, LMFT, CCTP Sometimes in life we need a helping hand, someone to come alongside us to help navigate the hurt in our lives and relationships. It took courage today for you to be here and its a first step toward making changes. I would be honored to come alongside you in this journey. Whether a new couple starting life together, a couple who is wounded, struggling or feeling disconnected, or an individual in need, I can help! I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental, safe and secure place for you to grow and heal from the things impacting your life. So often our problems can seem insurmountable but I am here to tell you there is hope & healing! Sometimes in life we need a helping hand, someone to come alongside us to help navigate the hurt in our lives and relationships. It took courage today for you to be here and its a first step toward making changes. I would be honored to come alongside you in this journey. Whether a new couple starting life together, a couple who is wounded, struggling or feeling disconnected, or an individual in need, I can help! I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental, safe and secure place for you to grow and heal from the things impacting your life. So often our problems can seem insurmountable but I am here to tell you there is hope & healing! Marcie Fairbanks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, APHSW-C Verified Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping individuals from adolescents and older to live healthy, balanced lives. My work focuses on the impact that life experiences across our lifespan have on our sense of well-being and purpose. I believe in working collaboratively with clients to reach their self-identified goals. I use a person-centered, empathic approach to assist individuals in creating a path forward for themselves. If you're interested in becoming a better version of yourself then don't delay- schedule an appointment with me today! Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping individuals from adolescents and older to live healthy, balanced lives. My work focuses on the impact that life experiences across our lifespan have on our sense of well-being and purpose. I believe in working collaboratively with clients to reach their self-identified goals. I use a person-centered, empathic approach to assist individuals in creating a path forward for themselves. If you're interested in becoming a better version of yourself then don't delay- schedule an appointment with me today! Lauren McCauley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP Immediate Openings! Life is an extraordinary thing but it can also be full of challenges, especially when situations occur that can seem out of our control. Sometimes life stressors can seem so overwhelming that it can be hard to imagine that light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it can feel like we are just surviving instead of thriving. My goal is to help you reverse that and really begin thriving in the life you deserve. I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered, collaborative, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that considers the person’s mind, body, spirit and worldview. Immediate Openings! Life is an extraordinary thing but it can also be full of challenges, especially when situations occur that can seem out of our control. Sometimes life stressors can seem so overwhelming that it can be hard to imagine that light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it can feel like we are just surviving instead of thriving. My goal is to help you reverse that and really begin thriving in the life you deserve. I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered, collaborative, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that considers the person’s mind, body, spirit and worldview. Peace of Mind: Therapeutic Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC Verified Not accepting new clients
Personal growth and a life fulfilled is what most people strive to achieve in this lifetime. But personal growth is NOT with out challenge.... Have you experienced a major life event such as the death of a loved one, loss of employment, divorce or retirement? Are you thinking...how do I create a "New Normal"? .... Are you feeling overwhelmed... don't know where to begin? Are you pondering if your emotional responses could be hindering a better life choice or change? When exploring your values and priorities...are they truly YOUR choices or are you trying to fulfill a role and please others? Personal growth and a life fulfilled is what most people strive to achieve in this lifetime. But personal growth is NOT with out challenge.... Have you experienced a major life event such as the death of a loved one, loss of employment, divorce or retirement? Are you thinking...how do I create a "New Normal"? .... Are you feeling overwhelmed... don't know where to begin? Are you pondering if your emotional responses could be hindering a better life choice or change? When exploring your values and priorities...are they truly YOUR choices or are you trying to fulfill a role and please others? Pamela Haefner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging jobs that exists. I specialize in helping families thrive. I understand that this happens when parents and children enjoy strong, supportive and nurturing relationships. Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging jobs that exists. I specialize in helping families thrive. I understand that this happens when parents and children enjoy strong, supportive and nurturing relationships. Buffie M Kulton
Psychologist, Ed S Verified Life can be so hard! And, as humans, we tend to only make it more complicated. We often overthink, fail to set boundaries, take things personally, prioritize incorrectly and allow others to define us. As a psychologist, I aim to guide you in making life less complicated and a lot more joyous! Together we can address concerns related to depression, anxiety, coping skills, relationship issues, learning disabilities, ADHD, executive function, etc. This can be done through therapy, psychological / educational evaluations, or a combination of both, depending on your need. All done in a caring, empathetic, yet real, environment. Life can be so hard! And, as humans, we tend to only make it more complicated. We often overthink, fail to set boundaries, take things personally, prioritize incorrectly and allow others to define us. As a psychologist, I aim to guide you in making life less complicated and a lot more joyous! Together we can address concerns related to depression, anxiety, coping skills, relationship issues, learning disabilities, ADHD, executive function, etc. This can be done through therapy, psychological / educational evaluations, or a combination of both, depending on your need. All done in a caring, empathetic, yet real, environment. Nell Kushlak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified Are you experiencing difficulty setting boundaries in relationships, understanding your feelings or needs, or coping with life changes or stressors? Are you concerned that you may be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma or bipolar disorder? Are you a parent concerned about your child or adolescent's behaviors or mood or wish to develop a new relationship with your child? Are you finding yourself in dissatisfying patterns at work, in relationships or in your lifestyle? Do you struggle with mood, thoughts or behaviors and wish to break the cycle? Are you experiencing difficulty setting boundaries in relationships, understanding your feelings or needs, or coping with life changes or stressors? Are you concerned that you may be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma or bipolar disorder? Are you a parent concerned about your child or adolescent's behaviors or mood or wish to develop a new relationship with your child? Are you finding yourself in dissatisfying patterns at work, in relationships or in your lifestyle? Do you struggle with mood, thoughts or behaviors and wish to break the cycle? Matthew V Bruffey
Psychologist, PsyD Verified I believe that therapy should be an active process, where clients work not only to reduce symptoms, but also to lead more fulfilling and meaningful lives. I enjoy helping clients examine their approach to their problems, face their fears and identify what really matters to them. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, which focuses on helping clients change their perspective and take action to Improve their lives. I believe that therapy should be an active process, where clients work not only to reduce symptoms, but also to lead more fulfilling and meaningful lives. I enjoy helping clients examine their approach to their problems, face their fears and identify what really matters to them. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, which focuses on helping clients change their perspective and take action to Improve their lives. Rebecca Beckwith Counseling Services, PLLC Limulus Life Solutions LLC Mary Anne Alderfer, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC Verified I bring 30 years of counseling experience to our time together. My orientation can best be described as eclectic, drawing from rogerian, cognitive behavioral and family systems theory and techniques. Our first session provides the opportunity to decide together whether I am best able to help you accomplish your goals. If you are unsure of who/what would best suit your needs, I will be glad to offer my help in finding the resources you ay need. I bring 30 years of counseling experience to our time together. My orientation can best be described as eclectic, drawing from rogerian, cognitive behavioral and family systems theory and techniques. Our first session provides the opportunity to decide together whether I am best able to help you accomplish your goals. If you are unsure of who/what would best suit your needs, I will be glad to offer my help in finding the resources you ay need. Tina M Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC Verified I use an array of counseling theories and techniques along with play therapy, expressive art, therapeutic yoga, guided relaxation and other holistic approaches to help provide healing, wellness and integrated wholeness to my clients. Working collaboratively with other providers, I offer my clients a complete support system to promote self-growth, recovery, serenity and balance. I employ a full spectrum of cognitive behavioral and psycho-dynamic therapies; along with small group and individualized yoga, meditation, hypnosis and progressive relaxation to treat stress, depression, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, phobias, family changes, school issues, ADHD, self growth, and the navigation of life transitions and challenges. I use an array of counseling theories and techniques along with play therapy, expressive art, therapeutic yoga, guided relaxation and other holistic approaches to help provide healing, wellness and integrated wholeness to my clients. Working collaboratively with other providers, I offer my clients a complete support system to promote self-growth, recovery, serenity and balance. I employ a full spectrum of cognitive behavioral and psycho-dynamic therapies; along with small group and individualized yoga, meditation, hypnosis and progressive relaxation to treat stress, depression, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, phobias, family changes, school issues, ADHD, self growth, and the navigation of life transitions and challenges. Geoff Byrd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, AMHCA Verified When calling and you hear "You have reached the offices of Counseling Associates" my confidential voice mail is #2. Visit the WebSite to your left for further information about all services offered. See the information tab for an archive of mental health and relationship articles, handouts, assessment questionnaires, genograms, courses, exercises, & a reference bibliography. There are links for essential oils and supplements. When calling and you hear "You have reached the offices of Counseling Associates" my confidential voice mail is #2. Visit the WebSite to your left for further information about all services offered. See the information tab for an archive of mental health and relationship articles, handouts, assessment questionnaires, genograms, courses, exercises, & a reference bibliography. There are links for essential oils and supplements. Joyce Pace Byrd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCMHC Verified Not accepting new clients
Throughout life most of us experience transitions that challenge and transform us. Many of these passages can be navigated more effectively with the knowledge and compassion of an experienced professional. Combining Jungian psychology, family systems, humanistic psychology, modern neuroscience and mindfulness, I bring my full attention and presence to the sacred work of healing mind, body and heart with each client. In addition to traditional therapy, dream-work and creative expressions such as art, poetry, music and dance facilitate healing and growth. Relaxation and meditation techniques assist with grounding and centering. Throughout life most of us experience transitions that challenge and transform us. Many of these passages can be navigated more effectively with the knowledge and compassion of an experienced professional. Combining Jungian psychology, family systems, humanistic psychology, modern neuroscience and mindfulness, I bring my full attention and presence to the sacred work of healing mind, body and heart with each client. In addition to traditional therapy, dream-work and creative expressions such as art, poetry, music and dance facilitate healing and growth. Relaxation and meditation techniques assist with grounding and centering. Valor Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC IL Verified Valor Wellness was born out of a need to create a safe and confidential place for first responders and their families to get help. Civilians working within public safety are welcome as well. Founder, Lesley Lawson is an experienced, culturally competent life coach within law enforcement, the fire service, dispatch and corrections with over six years of experience in those areas. Valor Wellness was born out of a need to create a safe and confidential place for first responders and their families to get help. Civilians working within public safety are welcome as well. Founder, Lesley Lawson is an experienced, culturally competent life coach within law enforcement, the fire service, dispatch and corrections with over six years of experience in those areas. Abbie Stonelake
Resident in Counseling, LMHP-R Verified Currently accepting adolescents, young adults, and adults seeking short term therapy to create a better version of themselves. I work with clients who have a history of trauma and wish to overcome past issues to focus on the present. I specialize in therapy for those who are struggling with a exact stressor/traumatic event(s), such as an unexpected pregnancy, transition into a new role (parent/promotion), loss of a loved one, serious car accident, loss of job, exact move, diagnosis of a chronic illness, change in family dynamic, etc. My priority for individuals is to promote healing in a safe place where their story can be told. Currently accepting adolescents, young adults, and adults seeking short term therapy to create a better version of themselves. I work with clients who have a history of trauma and wish to overcome past issues to focus on the present. I specialize in therapy for those who are struggling with a exact stressor/traumatic event(s), such as an unexpected pregnancy, transition into a new role (parent/promotion), loss of a loved one, serious car accident, loss of job, exact move, diagnosis of a chronic illness, change in family dynamic, etc. My priority for individuals is to promote healing in a safe place where their story can be told. Center for Counseling and Growth, PLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC We enjoy working with clients who are motivated to grow, change, and seek overall emotional health and wellness through the counseling process. We will create a safe and supportive environment so that our clients are able to set and meet their goals without feeling judged or criticized. Our clients "drive" the counseling process, while we gently support them on their road to personal growth. We enjoy working with clients who are motivated to grow, change, and seek overall emotional health and wellness through the counseling process. We will create a safe and supportive environment so that our clients are able to set and meet their goals without feeling judged or criticized. Our clients "drive" the counseling process, while we gently support them on their road to personal growth. Rachel Bollinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC Verified Do you find yourself overthinking? Are you a people pleaser who feels their needs are unimportant? Maybe you are having a hard time processing a traumatic event. This can be exhausting and may be impacting your current relationships, job functioning, or daily mood. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to trust and be vulnerable with others. My goal in our work together is that you can be yourself, while feeling supported and cared for. Do you find yourself overthinking? Are you a people pleaser who feels their needs are unimportant? Maybe you are having a hard time processing a traumatic event. This can be exhausting and may be impacting your current relationships, job functioning, or daily mood. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to trust and be vulnerable with others. My goal in our work together is that you can be yourself, while feeling supported and cared for. Rebecca Beckwith Counseling Services, PLLC
Resident in Counseling Verified I am Licensed Resident Counselor who strives to provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for individuals to best navigate concerns that can often times be all-consuming. Through the use of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), my goal as a counselor is to help clients decrease harmful symptoms and boost their well-being and overall quality of life! I am Licensed Resident Counselor who strives to provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for individuals to best navigate concerns that can often times be all-consuming. Through the use of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), my goal as a counselor is to help clients decrease harmful symptoms and boost their well-being and overall quality of life! See more therapy options for 22601 Nearby Searches for 22601How can I find a therapist in 22601?Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
Learn more about how to find a therapist. Is online therapy a good option?Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support. Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance. Managed by Octave. Your call or email may go to a representative. As a professional helper and healer, I have had the remarkable opportunity to be a witness to people’s stories and to guide their journeys. Over the last few years, my approach has evolved beyond exploring thoughts and feelings because those that seek mental health services want to feel better and not just manage their symptoms. I am passionate about empowering individuals around their health and healing process. I help my clients using a holistic approach focusing on the importance and role of self-care. I utilize mind-body skills, activities (mindfulness, meditation, yoga, etc.) and one’s own strengths to guide goals of mental wellness and personal growth. I am also a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling. Managed by Octave. Your call or email may go to a representative.
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