I'm in the same boat as you my friend. I read your stitch and feel your pain. I also feel the need to get counciling, for the first time also, and have made an appointment. As far as seeing the right one you have to ask them questions and get as much info on them. Thats what I did. Go down the phonebook and call. I'm hoping to get my head straight and make the changes I need to make permament. Also have you read DR, I think she talks about things to ask the counselor and what to expect from a good one.