The Washington Statement for Crime Victim Mental Health Services is a set of principles and standards developed by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSS) to ensure that victims of crime have access to mental health services that meet their needs. The statement outlines seven basic principles: 1. Respect for victims: Mental health services should respect the needs, rights, and wishes of victims. 2. Access to services: Mental health services should be accessible to all victims of crime regardless of their ability to pay. 3. Compassion: Mental health services should be provided with compassion and empathy. 4. Collaboration: Mental health services should be provided in collaboration with other victim services providers. 5. Trauma-informed: Mental health services should be trauma-informed and culturally competent. 6. Confidentiality: Mental health services should respect the confidentiality and privacy of victims. 7. Continuity: Mental health services should be provided in a consistent and coordinated manner. The Washington Statement for Crime Victim Mental Health Services is divided into two types: The Core Statement and the Extended Statement. The Core Statement covers all seven principles, while the Extended Statement adds guidelines and standards for specific populations, such as victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.