Hello NeverNeverLand87: I don't see a therapist at this point. I do still have a psychiatrist I see occasionally. My problem has pretty-much always been that no matter how desperate I feel inside, when I get into my pdoc's or a therapist's office, I slap a smile on my face & say everything is okay.

I just never have been able to get past it.

I'm glad you plan to stick with counseling. It's a process that takes time & effort.
I see this is your first post here on PC. So... welcome to PsychCentral… from the Skeezyks!

I hope you find the time you spend here to be of benefit.
PsychCentral is a great place to get information as well as support for mental health issues. There are many knowledgeable & caring members here. The more you post, & reply to other members’ posts, the more a part of the community you will become.

Plus there are social groups you can join & chat rooms where you’ll be able to connect with other PC members in real time (once your first 5 posts have been reviewed & approved.) Lots of great stuff! So please keep posting!