Finnerty vita updated 1-18-2015_LI_Version

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Peter Sylvester Finnerty, M.S., LPCC-S
Cleveland, OH
Phone (559) 230-7494
pfinnert@kent.edu
Education
Doctor of Philosophy, (PhD) (In progress) (CACREP Accredited)
Counselor Education and Supervision
Kent State University-Kent, Ohio
Doctoral Candidate (Anticipated Graduation-May 2015)
Dissertation: Affectionally Fluid Persons Subjective Attitudes of Wellness
Master of Science (M.S.) (CACREP Accredited) Counseling, 08/08
California State University Fresno-Fresno, California
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, 06/06
California State University Fresno-Fresno, California
Professional Licenses
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor w/Supervisory Designation (LPCC-S),
License # E 1000614SUPV
State of Ohio-Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage & Family Therapist Board
Professional Scholarship
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
Moe, J., Finnerty, P., Sparkman, N., & Yates, C. (2015). Initial assessment and
screening with LGBTQ clients: A critical perspective. : Journal of LGBT Issues
in Counseling, 9(1), 1-34. DOI: 10.1080/15538605.2014.997332
Finnerty, P., Goodrich, K., Brace, A., Pope, A. (2014). Introduction to the special issue:
Charting the course of ally development. Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling,
8(4) 326-330. DOI: 10.1080/15538605.2014.9744385
Moe, J., Perera-Diltz, D., Sepulveda, V., & Finnerty, P. (2014). Salience, valence,
context and integration: Conceptualizing the needs of sexually and gender
diverse youth in P-12 schools. Journal of Homosexuality, 61(3). 435-451. DOI:
10.1080/00918369.2013.842437
Yates, C., Holmes, C.M., Finnerty, P., & Stewart-Yates, K. (2013). Groups for LGBTQ
clients with substance use disorders: Considerations for counselors. The Journal
of Counselor Practice, 5, 64-86.

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Harper, A., Finnerty, P., Martinez, M., Brace, A., Crethar, H., Loos, B., Harper, B.,
Graham, S., Singh, A., Kocet, M., Travis, L. & Lambert, S. (2013). Association
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues in Counseling (ALGBTIC)
Competencies for counseling with lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, questioning,
intersex and ally individuals. Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling, 7(1). 2-43.
DOI: 10.1080/15538605.2013.755444
Manuscripts (Peer-reviewed) in Progress
Moe, J., Perera-Diltz, D., Finnerty, P., Sepulveda,V. (Submission-2014). Delphi study
into applicability of SVCI model project. Target: Journal of LGBT Issues in
Counseling.
Finnerty, P. (Submission-2014). Leadership shared: Building a network of reflexive and
diverse colleagues. Target: Journal of Creativity in Counseling.
Finnerty, P., Jencius, M., Rainey, J., & Brown, S. (Submission-2015). Affectionally
fluid persons subjective attitudes of wellness. Target: Journal of LGBT Issues in
Counseling, Operant Subjectivity
Special Invitations/Editorial Assignments
Finnerty, P. & Goodrich, K. (Eds.) (2014). Special Issue: Charting the course of ally
development across counseling, education, and advocacy. Journal of LGBT Issues in
Counseling, 8(4).
Refereed (Non-Journal) Articles
Finnerty, P. (2013). Message from the president. ALGBTIC News, 37(2).
Finnerty, P. (2013). Understanding the “ALGBTIC Competencies for Counseling
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Questioning, Intersex and Ally Individuals” for
clinical practice. Ohio Counseling Association Guidelines, 39(2).
Finnerty, P. (2013). ALGBTIC responds to current issues facing the LGBTQQIA
community and counselors. ALGBTIC News, 36(3).
Finnerty, P. (2012). President’s message. ALGBTIC News, 36(2).
Finnerty, P. & Jencius, M. (2011). Digital Psyway: Building a personal model of
wellness. Counseling Today, 53(7), 28-29.
Brace, A., Crethar, H., Finnerty, P., Harper, A., Lambert, S. & Loos, B. (2010). An
update from the ALGBTIC Competencies for Counseling Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,

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Queer, Intersex, Questioning, and Ally Individuals Taskforce. ALGBTIC News,
35(3), 12.
Jencius, M. & Finnerty, P. (2009). Digital Psyway: Counselors and social networking.
Counseling Today, 52(2), 26.
Manuscripts (Non-Journal) in Development
Brace, A., Pope, A., & Finnerty, P. (Submission-2014). Ally development in action.
Target: Counseling Today
Invited Book Chapters in Proposal/Development
Ginicola, M. & Fillmore, J. (Eds.) (2015). Counseling for gender, sexual and affectional
orientation and identity issues: Developing multicultural competence with
LGBTQI+ population.
Finnerty, P., Kocet, M. & Lutes, J. (2015). Chapter: General Guidelines for
Counseling the LGBTQI+ Population
Finnerty, P. & Crethar, H. (2015). Chapter: Intersex Populations.
Finnerty, P. & others. (2015). Chapter: Physical and Mental Health Challenges
Found in the LGBTQI+ Population
Professional Presentations
Finnerty, P. & Brace, A. (2014). Utilizing ALGBTIC’s Competencies for Counseling
with LGBQQIA Individuals for ethical and integrative practice. American
Counseling Association (ACA) National Conference. March 29th
. Honolulu, HI.
Finnerty, P., Kriedler, L., Greaser, T., & Cox, J. (2013). Wellness and self-care: Best
practices for counselors and clients. All-Ohio Counselors Conference. Nov. 8th
.
Columbus, OH.
Moe, J., Perera-Diltz, D., Finnerty, P., & Sepulveda, V. (2013). Counselors as allies: An
affirming approach for counseling and supervision with LGBTQ clients. .
Association of Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) National
Conference. Oct. 20th
. Denver, CO.
Finnerty, P. (Discussant), Jackson, K., Paisley, P., Smith, H., Rainey, S., Holmes, C., &
Notestine, L. (2013). LGBTQ Clients & Clinicians Symposium. . Association of
Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) National Conference. Oct. 19th
.
Denver, CO.
Finnerty, P. (2013). Utilizing the “ALGBTIC Competencies for Counseling LGBQQIA
Individuals” in counselor education. Association of Counselor Education and
Supervision (ACES) National Conference. Oct. 18th
. Denver, CO.

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Finnerty, P., Harper, A., Singh, A., Crethar, H., Brace, A., Harper, B. & Kocet, M.
(2013). The ALGBTIC Competencies for Counseling with LGBQQIA Individuals.
American Counseling Association (ACA). March 23rd
. Cincinnati, OH.
Brace, A., Pope, A. & Finnerty, P. (2013). Ally development in action: A panel
discussion. American Counseling Association (ACA). March 23rd
. Cincinnati,
OH.
Finnerty, P. & Brace, A. (2012). The practitioner’s guide to integrating the
Competencies for Counseling with LGBQIQA Individuals into practice. All Ohio
Counselors Conference (AOCC). Nov. 2nd
. Columbus, OH.
Finnerty, P. (2012). Actively teaching the concepts of wellness. North Central
Association of Counselor Education and Supervision (NCACES) Conference.
Oct. 20th
. Kansas City, MO.
Finnerty, P. (2012). Counselor-specific Safe Zone training: Opportunities to safe our
spaces. North Central Association of Counselor Education and Supervision
(NCACES) Conference. Oct. 19th
. Kansas City, MO.
Finnerty, P., Brace, A., Xiong, M. & Branfield, M. (2012). Fostering the development of
LGBT allies through dialogue. American Counseling Association (ACA)
Conference. March 24th
. San Francisco, CA.
Finnerty, P., Brace, A., Lancaster, T., & Downes, S. (2011). Developing an ally: Keys to
LGBTQ ally development in our schools and communities. All-Ohio Counselors
Conference. Nov. 3rd
. Columbus, OH.
Lancaster, T., Finnerty, P., Vitale, R., & Mahon, M. (2011). Changing our spaces:
Providing a Safe Zone project for counselors. . All-Ohio Counselors Conference.
Nov. 3rd
. Columbus, OH.
Cervenik, B., Brace, A. & Finnerty, P. (2011). Social networking sites and the impact on
counseling, education and supervision. ACES National Conference. Oct. 28th
.
Nashville, TN.
Finnerty, P. (2011). Utilizing narrative evaluations in counselor education and
supervision. ACES National Conference. Oct. 27th
. Nashville, TN.
Finnerty, P. Wellness journaling for holistic care. (2010). 3rd
Virtual Conference on
Counseling (Counselor Education in Second Life). Sept. 15th
. Online in Second
Life.
Finnerty, P., Brace, A., Cervenik, B. & Kocet, M. (2010). Working with bisexual, queer
and questioning clients: Navigating supervision & counselor education with
sexually fluid individuals. NCACES Regional Conference. Oct. 18th
. Itasca, IL.

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Brace, A., Finnerty, P. & Cervenik, B. (2010). How do social networking sites impact
best practice and counselor education and supervision? NCACES Regional
Conference. Oct. 14th
. Itasca, IL.
Finnerty, P., Brace, A., & Cervenik, B. (2010). How do social networking sites impact
best practice and counselor education/supervision? ACA National Conference.
March 20th
. Pittsburgh, PA.
Finnerty, P., Brace, A., & Laselle, N. (2009). Connecting the mind and body to develop
self-care strategies for counseling students. ACES National Conference. Oct. 17th
.
San Diego, CA.
Yates, C., Stewart, K. & Finnerty, P. (2008). What counselors should know about
thyroid disorders. All-Ohio Counseling Conference. Nov. 6th
. Columbus, OH.
Sham-Choy, C., Lucey, C., Finnerty, P., Velasquez, L., & Granados, E. (2007).
Department of Counseling, Special Education, and Rehabilitation Program
Demonstration. Renaissance Group National Conference. Fresno, CA.
Lucey, C. & Finnerty, P. (2007). Restoring the learning environment: Hmong suicide.
American Society of Victimology National Conference Poster Session. Fresno,
CA.
Invited Workshop Presentations
Finnerty, P. (2014). Becoming counselor-advocates. Sponsored by Western Region
Pennsylvania Association of Counselor Education and Supervision (Western
Region PACES) Conference. April 11th
.
Finnerty, P. & Brace, A. (2013). Creating effective and ethical allies utilizing the
“ALGBTIC Competencies for Counseling LGBQQIA Individuals” (3
presentations). Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow (ECOT) Conference. Oct. 10th
.
Finnerty, P. (2013). Utilizing the “ALGBTIC Competencies for Counseling with
LGBQQIA Individuals” for ethical practice. Sponsored by Kappa Sigma Upsilon
(Kent State Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota). Kent State University, Kent, OH. April
5th
.
Finnerty, P. (2012). Wellness in counseling. Sponsored by Counselor Education in
Second Life. Online. March 9th
.
Burns, S., Guillot-Miller, L., Finnerty, P., Bruce, A., Brace, A., Bradley, N., Stewart, K.,
Schick, A., Plank, M., Krause, J., Stalker, R. & Hepner, J. (2009). Self-Care in a
giving profession: A counselor wellness workshop. Sponsored by Kappa Sigma
Upsilon (Kent State Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota), the North Central Ohio

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Counseling Association (NCOCA) and the Ohio Counseling Association (OCA).
Kent State University, Kent, OH. Dec. 18th
.
Professional Service
ALGBTIC (Association of LGBT Issues in Counseling)-American Counseling
Association (ACA)
ALGBTIC Past-President 7/13-8/14
∙ Attend, preside over if needed and vote during board meetings, develop initiatives for
ALGBTIC; serve as co-facilitator of division business and leadership, administrative
duties for finance, membership, etc., and develop continuing education opportunities for
members.
∙ Develop initiatives for “Rainbow Run 5k & 1 Mile Walk for Mental Wellness &
Equality” at ACA Conference 2014 and 2015 in which proceeds will be donated to local
LGBTQ and mental health recovery organizations. Handled logistics, fundraising efforts,
event-day coordination and race director duties.
ALGBTIC President, 7/12-7/13
∙ Attend, preside over and vote during board meetings, develop initiatives for ALGBTIC;
serve as program director of division business and leadership, administrative duties for
finance, membership, etc., attend and represent ALGBTIC at ACA Leadership Institute,
and develop continuing education opportunities for members.
∙ Develop new collaborative initiative “Rainbow Run 5k & 1 Mile Walk for Mental
Wellness & Equality” at ACA Conference 2013 in which proceeds will be donated to
local LGBTQ and mental health recovery organizations.
ALGBTIC President-Elect, 7/11-7/12
∙ Attend and vote during board meetings, develop initiatives for President and ALGBTIC,
serve as Chair of ACA Conference, administrative duties for finance, membership, etc.,
attend and represent ALGBTIC at ACA Leadership Institute, develop continuing
education opportunities for members and stand-in for President when needed.
Co-Chair, ALGBTIC Taskforce for LGBTQIQA Competencies.
10/09-Current
∙ Co-chair taskforce to develop new ALGBTIC competencies for counselors working
with LGBTQIQA population (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex,
Questioning, Allies). Work closely with taskforce to develop current competencies by
researching and writing sections of document along with administrative duties as a co-
chair including technology issues, taskforce management and organization, etc.
Chair, ALGBTIC Branch Chapter Committee.
10/09-12/11
∙ Co-chair committee to maintain, develop and assist state association chapters of
ALGBTIC.
ALGBTICO (Association of LGBT Issues in Counseling of Ohio)-Ohio Counselors
Association (OCA)
Immediate Past-President, 7/11-7/12

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∙ Assist President and Board in development of chapter through leading continuing
education efforts, member recruitment, chairing elections committee, developing new
leaders, and standing in for President if and when needed.
President, 11/09-7/11
∙ Oversee and lead development of chapter in inaugural year by managing members,
participating on committees, communication and leading of officers, workshop
development, lead conference calls and handle OCA Executive Board duties.
∙ Chair of Advocacy, Bylaws, and Competency Committees
∙ Member of Youth Committee
Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International
Kappa Sigma Upsilon (Kent State Chapter)-
Treasurer, 05/09-06/10
∙ Oversee financial aspects of organization and assist President and President Elect with
everyday concerns
Chi Sigma Phi (Fresno State Chapter)-
President, 2006-2008
∙ Oversee fundraising, recruitment, website development, treasury and coordinated
program graduation ceremony.
Work Experience in Higher Education
Instructor & Supervisor (Adjunct), 1/15-5/15
CG-592
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Practicum
Department of Education and Allied Studies
Counseling Program
John Carroll University
Extension Program-Lorain County Community College (Elyria, OH)
∙ Lecture, facilitate discussion, and develop practicum curriculum for mental health
counseling students in a CACREP-accredited extension program situated at Lorain
County Community College Center.
∙ Individual, dual and triadic supervision of mental health counseling practicum students
in Master’s counseling program.
Practicum/Internship Coordinator, 1/15-8/15
Counseling Program
Extension Program-Lorain County Community College (Elyria, OH)
∙ Coordinate, organize site placements, develop relationships with practicum/internship
sites for CACREP-accredited Master’s counseling program.
Instructor (Adjunct), 1/15-5/15
CG-570
Psychopathology

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Counseling Program
University Heights, OH
∙ Lecture, facilitate discussion and develop curriculum regarding psychopathology for
mental health counseling students in a CACREP-accredited Master’s counseling
program.
CG-570
Psychopathology
Counseling Program
∙ Lecture, facilitate discussion and develop curriculum regarding psychopathology for
mental health counseling students in a CACREP-accredited extension program situated at
Lorain Community College Center.
COUNS-6968
Research in Counseling
Department of Counseling and Special Education
Beeghly College of Education
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio
∙ Lecture, facilitate discussion and teach school, community and dual-track students
fundamental aspects of research methodology in counseling.
CG-563
Diversity Issues in Counseling
Counseling Program
∙ Lecture and facilitate discussion on diversity issues for both school and mental health
counseling students in a CACREP-accredited program.
ED-535
Group Dynamics, Processing and Counseling
Counseling Program

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∙ Lecture and facilitate discussion on group dynamics, process and counseling concepts
along with facilitate experiential groups for both school and mental health counseling
students in a CACREP-accredited program.
Supervisor, 08/10-08/11
Counseling Program
∙ Provide individual and group supervision to students (under supervision of Dr. Paula
Britton) through feedback on case conceptualization, treatment planning, documentation,
crisis management and counseling technique.
Instructor, 08/09-12/10 (13 courses, taught as needed)
PSYC-105
Psychology
General Education Department
Fortis College (formerly National Institute of Technology)
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
∙ Lecture and facilitate discussion on basic psychology topics including history, theories,
and human development within a state accredited technical education curriculum for
associate’s and certificate level degree students.
Teaching Fellow, 8/08-08/10
Counseling and Human Development Center (CHDC)
Department of Adult, Counseling, Health, & Vocational Education (ACHVE)
College and Graduate School of Education, Health, and Human Services (EHHS)
Counseling and Human Development (CHDS) program
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
∙Supervise Master’s and PhD-level students in crisis intervention, counseling techniques,
and counseling skills.
∙ Assign cases, schedule clients, conduct intakes and crisis management if needed and
coordinate training of counseling students and administration of center during hours of
operation.
Instructor, 07/10-08/10
CHDS 77663 Community Counseling, Co-taught with Dr. John West
Counseling and Human Development Services (CHDS) program
∙ Lecture and facilitate discussion on clinical skills, microskills of counseling, counselor
self-care, and ethics; assisting Dr. John West.
Instructor/Supervisor, 06/09-08/09
CHDS 67636 Practicum I: Community Counseling, Co-taught with Dr. Jane Cox

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∙ Lecture and facilitate discussion on clinical skills, microskills of counseling, counselor
self-care, assessment tools and case conceptualization in beginning practicum course.
∙ Provide two practicum students with clinical supervision (was supervised by Dr. Jane
Cox) as part of teaching duties. This included: with feedback regarding case
conceptualization, counseling technique, treatment planning and crisis mgmt.
Supervisor, 01/09-04/09
∙ Provide two practicum students with clinical supervision (supervised by Dr. Betsy Page
and Dr. Jason McGlothlin) along with feedback regarding case conceptualization,
documentation, counseling technique, treatment planning and crisis management.
Supervision was given as part of CHDS Supervision course.
Co-Instructor, 01/09-05/09
CHDS 6/77531 Individual Counseling Procedures, Co-taught with Dr. Steve Rainey
∙Lecture and facilitate discussion of microskills and counseling procedures in counseling
over the course of a semester, assisting Dr. Steve Rainey.
Presenter (As part of large grant project), 01/09-04/09
State of U College Mental Health Awareness Project
∙Pilot study in concert with Coleman Professional Services and financed by the Margaret
Clark Morgan Foundation of which 15 presentations total were completed at several
Northeast Ohio colleges and universities.
∙Present/facilitate discussion in mental health/suicide awareness with undergraduate
students and academic staff from various backgrounds of student life and organizations.
Teaching Assistant, 08/07-12/07
COUN. 209-Advanced Counseling Supervision, Professor Ron Kiyuna
Kremen School of Education & Human Development
California State University Fresno
Department of Counseling, Special Education, and Rehabilitation
∙Supervise, conduct counseling technique discussions, and provide feedback per session
to beginning and practicum students as part of advanced counseling course.
Professional Experience

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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, 1/14-Present
Jay Berk & Associates, Beachwood, Ohio
∙ Independently conduct intakes and provide counseling, diagnosis and treatment of
mental/emotional disorders for individuals, couples and families at a large private
practice. Incorporate holistic wellness and systematic modalities for work with various
clients.
∙ Primary client populations include families, LGBTQ populations, adolescent boys, men,
persons diagnosed with Asperger’s, ADHD, depression, anxiety and academic
issues/concerns.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, 10/13-Present
Counseling for Wellness, Kent, Ohio
∙ Independently conduct intakes and provide counseling, diagnosis and treatment of
mental/emotional disorders for individuals, couples and families at a large private
clients.
∙ Primary client populations include families, couples, LGBTQ populations, college
students, adolescent boys, working mothers, men and persons with diagnoses of
depression, anxiety, Asperger’s and grief issues.
Consultant, 10/13-Present
Pete Finnerty Counseling & Consulting LLC
∙ Provide professional consultation services to schools, counselors, educators and
communities regarding mental health, advocacy, LGBTQQIA populations, diversity
training, wellness, and other issues.
Licensed Professional Counselor, 12/10-10/13
∙ Conduct intakes and provide counseling, diagnosis and treatment of mental/emotional
disorders for individuals, couples and families under supervision at a large private
clients.
Emergency Mental Health Therapist, 5/11-11/11
Coleman Professional Services, Ravenna, Ohio
∙ Conduct intakes, crisis intervention, diagnostics, treatment planning and referrals for
individuals at a large, multi-county crisis center.
Intake Specialist/Intern, 05/09-12/10
∙ Conduct intakes, assess client care needs, and develop possible referral plans at a large
private practice.
Advanced Counseling Practicum Student, 08/09-12/09
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∙ Conduct intakes, individual, career, couples and family counseling with appropriate
casework, treatment planning and crisis intervention at a college counseling center as part
of a PhD level advanced practicum course.
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling Intern, 01/08-08/08
Community Behavioral Center, Fresno, California
∙ Conduct individual, family, career, couples and group therapy along with appropriate
casework, treatment planning, crisis intervention and intake assessments at an inpatient,
acute mental health care facility that serves clients presenting with severe mental health
problems.
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling Student, 08/07-12/07
Fresno Family Counseling Center, Fresno, California
∙ Conduct individual, career, couples and family therapy; assessments, treatment planning
and casework at this community, non-profit counseling center.
Committees/Other Experience in Higher Education
CACREP Self-Study Team Member
Counseling Program
∙ Develop appropriate forms for student, site supervisor and site placement.
∙ Develop and oversee social and cultural diversity section; assisting in writing report on
how CACREP standards are incorporated into curriculum.
Graduate Student Senate, 08/09-08/10
Kent State University, Counseling and Human Development Services Senator
∙ Attend monthly meetings, debate and vote upon initiatives.
Counseling Advisory Board, 08/07-08/08
California State University Fresno, Student Representative
∙ Consult with faculty and counseling professionals upon program initiatives, standards
and community outreach.
Professional Associations
American Counseling Association
Member, 2006-Present
-Current Division Member of ACES, ALGBTIC, AMCD, CSJ
Ohio Counselors Association (OCA)
Executive Board Member (Pres. of ALGBTIC-Ohio), 11/09-7/11
Current Division Member of: Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Issues
in Counseling of Ohio (ALGBTICO).

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Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International
Member, 2006-Present
California Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
Member, 2006-2009

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