Dane,
Something my therapist told me: YOU are your own best advocate.
Only you know how you feel, what your mood is, can begin to 'feel' the changes in mood coming on etc.
It's hard when you can't afford professional help and need to resort to other means. I think you are on the right path (it's the same one I took

).
Keep it up and if you ever need help, feel free to ask any one of us. My PM's are always open.
Hugz,
Dolfin