I agree with Payne, that sites like PC are a valuable tool in the toolbox. It can't replace professional help, medications or book knowledge, but it certainly has an important role. I have had significant insights about myself just by interacting with people here that therapy has not given me, and so I now have more information I can bring to professional counselors who can help me process it all with the skills and knowledge THEY have. I think of PC as a virtual group therapy environment, but the T has temporarily stepped outside and sooner or later needs to be consulted.