To the first question I answered reliability and out of session contact when I needed it.and things are better now in that aspect- he acknowledges all emails and replies within 48 hours.

I defiantly don't think she'd be annoyed with you. I didn't used to like silences either when i first started, but now I find it comforting. I don't need him to say anything just be there with me, when I don't have any words.