Less than 8 years formal education

Illiterate or non-English speaking

Active systemic diseases that would interfere with participation

Current alcohol or substance dependence

Planned change in HIV medication in the next 6 months, or recent change in past 2 months

Introduction of antidepressant medication within 30 days of study start

Current psychological counseling, cognitive behavior therapy, support group or other psychological therapy, or plans to start any of the above

Diagnosis of PTSD or major depression

Unable to attend at least 4 treatment sessions

Emotional Disclosure in HIV