Technically you're going out on a medical disability or leave and technically it would be illegal to fire you. Doesn't mean it hasn't happened, just that they can't actually do that.

I guess it really depends on how safe you feel. Do you think you can wait a whole two weeks for a pdoc? Then three weeks after that? If you feel pretty bad (and you must for your t to suggest this) I would do the day program. They can help you a lot faster than outpatient pdoc can. You'll see the doc once a week at least. And you'll be in a safe place where you can express your feelings. It's a great option.