I've had to deal with a fair number of cancellations, some of them last-minute, with my marriage counselor, partly due to a situation going on in personal life (wife's health condition). It's been especially difficult at times if he cancelled at the last minute when I was in a really bad place or if he's taken a long time to reschedule (this is less of an issue now that we have a regular time slot). So I get how hard it can be, and I'm sorry you had to deal with it. I agree that you should see if you can get in earlier than your usual session. If not, texting or a phone call may not be the same, but if they can help you get through, then are worth pursuing. Hugs...