Self-mutilation isn't a proper coping skill for a mental health professional, but it quiets the voice inside Starr's mind, blurring the image she doesn't want to see - for a little while at least. Then Starr's boyfriend embarks on a mission trip in southwest Alaska with goals to seek and save. Back at home one of Starr's clients plots to run away. Another twists his therapy sessions into a drama that prevents Starr from seeing the delusions he can hardly control. Starr's wounded inner child envisions a party, complete with princess dress and chocolate cupcakes. She pictures a clean, white coffin with a satin pillow to rest her weary head. She beckons Starr to see it too.