leah it might be a case of other things having to improve before the SI improves fully. Maybe your doctor knows that SI is a symptom of other things, like depression, and so he didn't think it was necessary to go into the SI (in that session) just yet because other things can be improved first.
I don't know, but I'm sure if he brushed over it it's either because he didn't understand how upset you were over it and how much it affects you, or just that he has another method of helping you with that.
I think it's worth sticking with him. If you think he's brushed over it you can bring it up again. Let him know how you feel. You can even ask him about his response.

I used to cut, and do 'occassionally' as a response usually to anger/extreme emotion. It's never been daily for me, perhaps for you it's a kind of... habit? Or an addiction of some sort? You could try intentionally not doing it. Resist the urges. You won't always manage but you can try. I think in time, with effort, you would do it less.
With me I was going through a phase of SI not long ago and my bf's reaction to it made me stop. It was a new relationship and his reaction made me see it in a different way. I said it's not a big deal but he was really worried about it. I didn't want him to keep seeing my cuts so I just sort of stopped. I'm not saying it would be that easy for you, though. But if you WANT to stop, I do believe that you can.

I think you'd benefit from regular therapy so you can talk about your feelings. Perhaps that would help you to not have to release the emotions via self harm? If you're venting your frustrations with a therapist, it MIGHT help with the rest. It's worth a try.
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