I scheduled an appointment with a therapist. In a little over a week I've had two SI episodes...it's pretty obvious I DO NOT have control like I thought I did. On top of that I've been drinking way more then I should. I'm hoping this is the right step...I'm just nervous the therapist I chose won't be the right fit...idk.

And I'm concerned. When you schedule an appointment, they ask you why you are coming in. I just had to say something general, depression and anxiety over finding a job. But the real reason is my self harm. I don't want to tell the receptionist that who takes my information...you know? Plus, I read all these profiles about therapists, and they never say anything about self injury. I wish the subject would be brought out in the light more. It's a symptom for something deeper, just like an eating disorder or drug abuse. Why don't we get the same recognition?