I'm really, really struggling right now, and this week is going to be super hard. I appreciate that you've scheduled a phone call with me for this Friday, but I really needed an appointment with you sooner. I know you're booked up, and I know it's not an emergency for me yet, but it feels like I'm getting closer and closer to a crisis situation. My major source of support will be unavailable the first three days next week. I have to deal with stuff I'm not sure I can handle. You may be getting bombarded with emails from me. I try so hard to respect your time and not email more than once or twice a week...but I may have to make an exception. I hope you'll understand and can support me.