I'm applying to grad school right now. I will be starting in the fall, getting my Master of Arts in Counseling dual LPC, LMFT. I'm also excited and scared. I waited to apply until I was very emotionally healthy. I'm not having any problems with anxiety or depression and haven't had any problems for 7 months. Of course, I'm still working through things and still seeing my therapist every two or three weeks. She said that no therapist is perfect...not her or anyone...and that I was ahead of the game by having done my own work. My T also said that she became a counselor because she was helped by a wonderful counselor. She is such a wonderful counselor, really walked alongside me and helped set me free, and has inspired me to do the same with others! i cant wait to help other people and pay it foward. I don't think there is a specific place to be...so long as you know you're in a good enough place for you! Good luck in school!